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Improving the Maritime Cybersecurity in Malaysia With the advancement of technology, the maritime industry has become increasingly digitalised and relies on an Internet connection for information technology (IT) and operational techno-logy (OT) systems. The IT and OT systems are also converging due to the emergence of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). As a result, cybersecurity threats within the maritime sector have been on the rise.
The international cast of authors in this important book explore how internationalizing small and medium sized enterprises (iSMEs) face major crises, such as COVID-19, and have managed them to reach a stable and desired state post-crisis. Chapter orientations vary from theoretical to empirical. Each focuses on issues related to a major crisis, and present already-deployed success strategies in 14 different country environments. The rich diversity of chapters offers a highly significant and timely contribution to the field.
· Why is Malaysia far behind in the bunkering industry? · What is the economic potential of the bunkering industry? · Who should play the role of governing the industry? There is a dire need to facilitate the bunkering industry in Malaysia, seeing as how 95% of world trade is seaborne. This book highlights five issues from the ground to illustrate the industry's behind-the-scenes, complete with perspective from Malaysian industry players.
Dyes and pigments have been utilized since ancient times. They play an important role in everyday life and their use is interwoven with human culture. Even though numerous dyes and pigments have been synthesized to date, and a lot of knowledge has been gained regarding their production and properties, scientific research is pushing the boundaries towards novel dyes and pigments for high-tech applications. At the same time, the accumulation of dyes and pigments in natural environments and pollution of water resources due to their massive use are important consequences to consider. New methods for the degradation and removal of dyes and pigments from affected areas are highly sought after. As such, this book examines new trends in smart and functional dyes and pigments and their uses as well as novel treatment approaches to dye and pigment waste.
MIMA strives to provide the best reads on a multitude of maritime subjects, and this issue proves our range. We hope you enjoy reading them!
Hosting Track Two Forums is one of MIMA’s regular activities – we gather experts, policymakers, and think-tank analysts to discuss matters concerning maritime affairs including strategic, security, economic, environmental issues as well as regional affairs such as the Indo-Pacific region. The objective is to share ideas and to promote exchange among experts as well as to share updates about their respective think-tank’s forays.