Maritime Risk & System Safety Group

at the World Maritime University

Simulator Lab

Dear Readers,

Many thanks for taking the time to learn more about our lab and the services that we

can offer.

Maritime simulation started in the 1970s. Today, it is a key tool in maritime safety

research and development. Thanks to modern IT, powerful simulations can be

carried out, which— if done right— can significantly reduce the resources required

to solve real world maritime problems.

Training is no longer the sole purpose of simulators. In fact, simulator application

goes far beyond bridge or engine room operations; for instance, simulation can also

be used as a tool in research and development. Valuable data can be obtained about

the crew behaviour in different situations. Such data can then be used for the design

of equipment and optimization of arrangements on board ships.

Modern simulators can also be used in marine spatial planning processes and

navigational risk assessments. A user may even test emergency plans with various

stakeholders—who can all be physically distant from each other.

Our MaRiSa lab has a number of simulation capabilities to offer. Various simulators

in our lab can be linked to simulate various scenarios— from complex emergencies

to design and testing of shipboard equipment.

The services we offer include bespoke training measures, contract or joint research.

I would like to invite you to learn more about our facilities, our research and the ser-

vices we offer on the next few pages. We look forward to collaborating with you!

Happy Reading!

Jens-Uwe Schröder-Hinrichs

Head, MaRiSa Research Group

Welcome Note 2

Who Are We? 3

MaRiSa—Maritime Risk & System Safety Group

MaRiSa was established by Jens-Uwe Schro der-Hinrichs, Kevin Thomas Girxi, Michael Manuel and

Michael Baldauf at the World Maritime University in 2009.

The main aims of the foundation of the group were, and still are—

to form a powerful international interdisciplinary team of researchers

to bring together competencies and expertise from diverse fields of knowledge

to concentrate research activities in the global field of maritime safety and security

to better coordinate formerly separated individual activities

to realize benefits by ensuring synergies between interdisciplinary researchers and,

to build and strengthen the profile of research at WMU

We are MaRiSa— contemporary leaders in cutting edge maritime safety research. Find out more about us at marisa.wmu.se.

Our Host Institution 4

The World Maritime University— Educating the maritime leaders of tomorrow

Founded in 1983 by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), a specialized agency of the United Nations, the World Maritime University (WMU) is a centre of excellence for maritime post-graduate education and research. Headquartered in Malmo , Sweden with additional M.Sc. programs in Shanghai and Dalian, China, WMU promotes the international exchange and transfer of maritime ideas and knowledge.

WMU’s mission is to serve the global maritime community through education, research and capacity building to ensure safe, secure and efficient shipping on clean oceans. WMU:

contributes to maritime capacity building and the development of effective policies for the global maritime community

helps build a sustainable world through maritime education and research

educates future global maritime leaders, experts and professionals

provides a forum for international collaboration on maritime transportation

Find out more about us on wmu.se.

Facilities in Our Lab 5

Ship Handling Simulator (SHS)

Rheinmetall state-of-the-art navigation simulator

Simulate multiple ship-types

Simulate various maritime regions

Modify scenarios and ship traffic in real time

Record & replay simulation runs

Provides simple ship navigation environment

7 parallel CPUs + 3 Viewing Channels

Standard Bridge Equipment & Controls

Ship Safety & Security Trainer (SST)

Rheinmetall state-of-the-art virtual simulator

Avatar-based 3D simulation

Simulate on board emergencies

Various safety & security simulations possible

Can couple with SHS for realistic scenarios

Modify scenarios in real time

Record & replay simulation runs

3 trainee stations currently installed

DNV certified

Futureshape SensFloor ® & Eye Tracking

Goggles

Sensors embedded in floor & bridge chairs

Record simulation participants’ movements

Study sitting patterns on bridge

Correlate physical motion data with eye-

movements

State-of-the-art Computational Modelling

Systems

HECSALV & SAMMON

Perform intact & damage stability calculations

with HECSALV

Predict manoeuvres with SAMMON

Fast-time simulations

Potential applications include quick, accurate risk

assessments

Current Use of Facilities 6

Research

Since its installation in July 2012 our lab has been used extensively in numerous research projects of the

MaRiSa research group. Following is a list of some of the research activities that involved the use of our

simulation laboratory:

Testing the impact of ergonomics and user-centred design on seafarers (CyClaDes 2014 & 2015)

Developing and testing enhanced e-navigation services and tactical route exchange suggestions

(ACCSEAS 2013)

Developing and promoting environmentally –friendly ship operation regimes (ProGreenShip 2012)

Optimising harbour basin manoeuvres through dynamic predictions (ACCSEAS 2013)

Developing algorithms to plan and monitor ship return manoeuvres for man-overboard

situations (ADOPTMAN 2012)

Developing innovative training courses for cruise ship crews to prepare for emergency scenarios

(TeamSafety 2012 & 2013)

Teaching & Training

We encourage our students with a seafaring background to participate in our research activities. Our lab

has also been integrated into various MSc. courses offered at WMU. Most recently, the lab was used for the

following teaching activities:

Demonstrating fundamental maritime technology on board modern ships

Discussing the importance of the human element, and IMO conventions related to the subject

Exploring how shore-side maritime standards influence ship-board systems and operations

Technology Upgrades

To maintain our place at the forefront of maritime risk and safety research, we plan to update our

facilities in the near future. Some of our planned upgrades are listed below:

Increasing the number of viewing channels for the SHS

Adding multi-equipment screens to simulate realistic multi-layer INS/IBS (Integrated Navigation/

Bridge Systems)

Adding further trainee stations for the SST (Safety & Security Trainer)

Implementing a ‘simulator network’ to simulate complex multi-stakeholder scenarios

Adding an engine room simulator, coupled with existing simulators

Developing further fast-time simulation programmes for risk assessment of maritime operations

Below is an image depicting what a layout for our lab might look like.

Dedicated Simulator Instructor

In addition to our planned technological updates, we are also planning to hire a dedicated Simulator

Instructor to cope with an increasing demand for simulation exercises. The Instructor will be the main

point of contact for internal and external collaborators, and will ensure that the needs of all users are

met—before, during, and even after simulation studies.

Looking Ahead 7

What We Can Do For You 8

Collaborating on Common Goals

In MaRiSa, we are always eager to collaborate and cooperate with you. We continually aim to broaden our

research scope, while staying true to our maritime risk and safety roots. Whatever your affiliation—

industry or academia, maritime or non-maritime —we are happy to hear you out, and work with you on

mutually beneficial research.

To give you an overview of the types of the future research and work we are interested in, we have com-

piled a non-exhaustive list below:

Human Performance simulation studies

Case studies of accidents and near misses with a focus on emergency management (aftermath of col-

lisions, grounding, fire, evacuation )

Testing new equipment, and its influence on human operators on board

Training users to adapt to new bridge equipment

Human Centred /User Centred Design Studies

Simulator-based Navigational Risk Assessments

Simulator network for maritime emergencies

Simulation of specialized maritime operations

Education, Training & Courses Including PDCs

We understand, of course, that each project is unique in its own way. Our lab can offer you an immense

advantage over other simulator labs—purely through the level of flexibility that is available to our users.

If your particular area of interest is not listed above, worry not! Get in touch with us, and we will be glad

to discuss potential solutions (find out how to contact us on page 10)!

The MaRiSa Team 9

MaRiSa, the Maritime Risk & System Safety Group was set up at the World Maritime University in 2009.

Since then, the group has gone from strength to strength , and is widely acknowledged for excellence in

maritime research. As of 2014, the group consists of 12 members— 4 teaching faculty, and 4 research staff

based at the University— and 4 affiliate members . Our people are our core asset; the diverse background

of the various MaRiSa members allows a broad, yet well-defined scope of research for the group within the

maritime domain.

Professor Jens-Uwe Schröder-Hinrichs

Dr—Ing. Safety Science

Head of MaRiSa

Maritime Safety & Risk Management

Maritime Accident Investigations

IMO Member State Auditing Scheme

Research Associate Aditi Kataria

Dipl. Social Science Research

MaRiSa Member

Maritime Human Factors

Language & Communication

VTS & Ship-Shore Communication

Associate Professor Michael Baldauf

Dr—Ing. Safety Science

Head of Maritime Simulation

Transport Engineering

VTS Traffic Monitoring

Collision Risk Detection

Research Associate Gesa Praetorius

PhD.

MaRiSa Member

Maritime Human Factors

Cognitive Systems Engineering

Human-Centred Design

Research Assistant Armando Graziano

MSc. Science & Technology of Navigation

MaRiSa Member

Risk Based Inspections & Port State Control

Maritime Safety & Risk Management

Implementation of Maritime Legislation

Research Assistant Raza Ali Mehdi

MSc. Engineering Dynamics & Control

BEng. (Hons.) Aerospace Engineering

MaRiSa Member

Risk, Safety & Reliability Assessment

Maritime Accident Investigations

Offshore Renewable Energy

Assistant Professor Dimitrios Dalaklis

PhD. Maritime Sciences

MaRiSa Member

e-Navigation

Navigation Simulators

Maritime Security

jush@wmu.se

mbf@wmu.se

dd@wmu.se

ak@wmu.se

gp@wmu.se

agr@wmu.se

rm@wmu.se

Lecturer Jarrod DeWitz

MBA—Specialization in Intl. Management

USCG Representative

MaRiSa Member

Maritime Safety & Risk Management

Implementation & Enforcement

Contingency Planning & Emergency Response jd@wmu.se

Current affiliate members include:

Michael Manuel (WMU), Kevin T. Ghirxi (Transport Malta), Lisa Froholdt (WMU), and Erik-Styhr Petersen

(Lyngsoe Marine)

Getting in Touch 10

The MaRiSa lab is proudly sponsored by the following partners.

Queries & Comments

Get in touch with us if you have any questions about us, our lab, or the work that we do! For general

queries, you can send us an email at marisa@wmu.se. For specific queries regarding:

The MaRiSa Research Group, contact:

Dr Jens-Uwe Schröder-Hinrichs —T. 0046 40 356 306 | E. jus@wmu.se

Our simulators, contact:

Dr Michael Baldauf —T. 0046 40 356 390 | E. mbf@wmu.se

Raza Mehdi —T. 0046 734 964 280 | E. rm@wmu.se

If you would prefer to visit us in person, we will also be delighted to host you and show you around our

facilities. To arrange a visit, you should contact the persons listed above.

We request that you give us at least a week’s notice , since it may not always be possible to demonstrate

the simulator due to on-going simulator exercises or trials.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Maritime Risk & System Safety Group

wmu.se | marisa.wmu.se | imo.org

Fiskehamnsgatan 1 | P.O. Box 500 | 201 24 | Malmö | Sweden