Remote Control and Reduced Manning in Shipping Using 5G and ROC

• Short overview of Remote Operating Centres – benefits and potential use-cases of the technology. Technological challenges of establishing Remote Operating Centres.
• Regulatory considerations in establishing Remote Operating Centres. What kind of regulatory frameworks are there already and what should regulatory agencies be working on in the future?
• The role of 5G and high-speed connectivity in enabling remote control and reduced manning capabilities in the maritime industry.
• Overview and plans of the joint research project between the Riga Freeport (Latvia), St. John’s Port (Canada) and Plymouth Port (United Kingdom) in establishing a joint testbed environment for Remote Operating Centres.

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