This book presents the proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Maritime Education and Development. The conference exchanges knowledge, experiences and ideas in the domain of maritime education and development, with the ultimate goal of generating new knowledge and implementing smart strategies and actions. Topics include the 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR); unmanned air/sea surface/underwater vehicles (UxV); the digital divide and Internet accessibility; digital infrastructure; IMO E-navigation strategy; smart-ship concept; automation and digitalization; cyber security; and maritime future. This proceedings pertains to researchers, academics, students, and professionals in the realm of maritime education and development.

• Presents the proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Maritime Education and Development, Durban University of Technology, Durban, South Africa, November 23-24, 2020;
• Provides a comprehensive view of maritime education and development in the 4^th Industrial Revolution (4IR);
• Pertinent to researchers, academics, professionals and students across maritime education and development.

Presents the proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Maritime Education and Development, Durban University of Technology, Durban, South Africa, November 23-24, 2020 Provides a comprehensive view of maritime education and development in the 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) Pertinent to researchers, academics, professionals and students across maritime education and development

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