1、Global Maritime Issues Monitor 2022Global Maritime Issues Monitor 2022Table of contentsForewordGlobal Maritime Issues 8Methodology28Glossary of terms327Deep dive into human sustainability 22Survey population29Global Maritime Issues Monitor 20227 ForewordWelcome to the fifth annual Global Maritime Is

2、sues Monitor.Based on a survey of maritime industry decision makers from six continents and commentary from more than a dozen leaders and experts,the report looks at some of the critical issues facing the maritime industry.As in past editions,the 2022 report looks at the top global issues identified

3、 by survey respondents in terms of likelihood,impact,and preparedness.Once again,the survey asked:Which events are seen as the most likely to occur?Which could have the most impact on the maritime sector?And how prepared is the industry should these events unfold?In 2022,several issues that have bee

4、n top of the news feature prominently in our discussion,including the war in Ukraine,fuel price increases,and issues related to the environment and digitalization.Workforce and skill shortages are also once again prominent concerns.The global pandemic,of course,continues to affect the maritime secto

5、r,including its impact on seafarers unable to get off-board for shore leave or after the completion of their contracts.However,as in other industries,the focus on pandemic issues has declined in the maritime industry as other issues take precedence and the worst of COVID-19 appears to be behind us.T

6、his year we also take a deeper look at human sustainability,which encompasses dignity and respect for every human being within our organizations and across our supply chains.Human sustainability is achieved by adopting policies and practices that ensure human well-being and ethical practices.We hope