The maritime sector is experiencing the introduction of advanced technologies that have and will have a revolutionary impact comparable to that of radar and satellite navigation. Causally, doubts about the medium-term reliability of these systems, especially in areas of intense traffic, that often coincide with war zones or instability, are giving rise to innovations in navigation technology, such as the return of ground-based aids, but also highly sophisticated inertial systems and the secondary use of low-altitude satellite constellations. Automation is transforming into robotics, and with the advent of AI and digital twins, the number of seafarers required to operate a merchant vessel could be further reduced. It is important to note that a self-defense component, including human-based ones, will likely become increasingly widespread, as well as dedicated, highly persistent platforms for maritime surveillance.

Main topics:

• Are GNSSes still reliable? Remedies and alternatives
• Maritime autonomous systems, not only navigation and cruise control
• Ship Digital twins
• Anti-drone and self-defense systems for merchant vessels
• Space and near-space and the sea: telecoms, surveillance, control

Chairperson
Marco Fermi, Advisory Board, GEOmedia

Governing the sea in the age of artificial intelligence
Adm. Sergio Liardo, General Commander, Corps of the Port Captaincies – Coast Guard

Are GNSS still reliable? Countermeasures and alternatives
Leonardo Quattrocchi, Vice President, Istituto Italiano di Navigazione

Innovation, Ports and AI – The RAISE Ecosystem (Spoke 4)
Laura Ghio, Planning and Innovation Manager, Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority

Shipping between AI and MASS: the future is now. Where do the rules stand?
Francesco Munari, Partner, Deloitte

5GMASS Project: Designing the Future of Assisted Navigation with Innovative Technologies
Andrea D’Ambra, Energy Saving Manager, Grimaldi Group

TIC 4.0: Protocols and Specifications for a Connected Port Ecosystem
Marco Fehmer, Ambassador, TIC 4.0

Container wireless networks
Giordano Bruno Guerrini, General Secretary, Centro Internazionale Studi Containers – C.I.S.Co.

Impact of automation and technological development on maritime work
Leonardo Piliego, Head of Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Ports and Infrastructure, Confitarma

Advance simulation tools for integrated ship propulsion systems
Stefano Furlan, General Manager System Integration, Wärtsilä Italia

Intelligent Shipping and Regulatory Compliance: Enhancing Vessel Efficiency
Hamid Loghmani, Marine Software Business Analyst, RINA

Ship Digital Twins, a new design frontier for more efficient ships
Simone Parizzi, Ship technology, Maritime security and Environment Officer, Assarmatori