Topic: Shipping Regulations

As marine traffic continues to grow along Canada’s West Coast, understanding how communities access and experience marine emergency response services is becoming increasingly important. Through a research internship with Clear Seas, Isabelle Pebernat examined the effectiveness of marine emergency reporting systems and government response resources available to Coastal First Nations communities.

“Maritime shipping is exactly the kind of situation decision analysis was developed for—it’s complex, uncertain, high-stakes, and deeply interconnected.” -Dr. Simone Philpot

Researchers find speed cuts don’t always protect belugas from ferry noise, as unique hull designs can complicate sound levels.

While vessel design is important, immediate noise reduction is best achieved through operational changes