Svetskiy A.V. —
The role of the International Maritime Organization in the legal regulation of the use of modern technologies
// International Law and International Organizations. – 2024. – ¹ 3.
– P. 12 - 21.
DOI: 10.7256/2454-0633.2024.3.71748
URL: https://en.e-notabene.ru/mpmag/article_71748.html
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Abstract: The article examines the social relations that arise in the process of legal regulation and application of modern information technologies in the documentation of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Technologies are both the reason for the emergence of an acute environmental situation in the world, and an opportunity to solve this problem. Environmental pollution is an urgent problem of our time, which requires both the development of law and technology within one state and within the entire international community. Analyzing various regulations, it is worth noting that different regions have their own peculiarities of climate, landscape, biodiversity, industry, achievements in science and technology are developed to varying degrees. The methodological basis of the article consists of: the universal dialectical method of scientific cognition; general scientific methods: observation, comparison, description, analysis and synthesis. The aggravation of environmental problems of various kinds makes it necessary to develop the economy in an ecological orientation. To ensure development, a sufficient level of experience and the availability of innovative methods are necessary, which creates grounds for improving the technological processes of enterprises in various sectors of the economy to minimize the negative impact on the environment and biodiversity. To solve such a global problem as environmental pollution, it is extremely important to cooperate with states and international organizations, as well as exchange relevant knowledge and experience in the field of ecology and combating environmental disasters. The integration of artificial intelligence technologies into the marine industry is becoming increasingly important. Artificial intelligence definitely has potential in the industry, providing companies with new opportunities for growth, efficiency and sustainable development. As artificial intelligence technology continues to evolve, it is likely to become an important tool for companies in the marine industry, helping them navigate an increasingly complex and competitive landscape
Svetskiy A.V. —
Legal Protection of the Marine Environment from Oil and Petroleum Product Spills
// Legal Studies. – 2023. – ¹ 3.
– P. 1 - 12.
DOI: 10.25136/2409-7136.2023.3.39944
URL: https://en.e-notabene.ru/lr/article_39944.html
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Abstract: The article deals with social relations arising in the process of preventing and eliminating emergency oil and petroleum product spills in the marine environment. The danger of pollution of the marine environment by oil and petroleum products is reviewed, two major accidents related to the spill of oil and petroleum products are mentioned: the release of oil from the Exxon Valdez tanker and the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. The methods used to eliminate accidents in the Baltic Sea, as well as some features of this region, are considered. The special role of the Polar Code in the prevention of pollution of polar waters by oil and petroleum products is considered. The article also discusses the requirements for the prevention of accidental spills contained in international acts. The article notes that most of the existing international legal norms, as well as legal acts of national legislation, are aimed at ensuring compliance with the established rules for the transportation of oil and petroleum products, requirements for the operation of ships, their design features, as well as for the proper operation of equipment. It is necessary to eliminate gaps in legislation regarding the regulation of oil collection under ice in the polar region. It seems necessary to legislatively regulate the use of special means for monitoring oil spills. Legislation in the field of forecasting, accident prevention, as well as taking into account the natural features of the region of production and transportation of petroleum products needs further improvement
Svetskiy A.V. —
The role of WMO in the legal regulation of the use of modern technologies for processing meteorological data and forecasting
// International Law and International Organizations. – 2023. – ¹ 3.
– P. 1 - 12.
DOI: 10.7256/2454-0633.2023.3.41042
URL: https://en.e-notabene.ru/mpmag/article_41042.html
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Abstract: The author examines the activities of the international community in the field of climate and weather forecasting on the example of the activities of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), whose members are more than 180 states, including the Russian Federation. The goals of this organization are determined, as well as the main activities to date, including the main projects in the field of climate forecasting. WMO projects such as "GROKO", WMO Information Systems included in strategic plans implemented by the organization within a period of 4 years are being considered. The interaction of WMO with Member States, as well as with other international organizations, for example, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), was considered. The author analyzes the activities of the WMO and examines the last World Meteorological Congress, held from May 22 to June 2. The key points that were put up for discussion are reviewed. Conclusions are drawn on the updated WMO policy, taking into account the statements made by the congress participants. The author also discusses the role of modern technologies in weather forecasting, as well as artificial intelligence (AI) in particular. Examples and possible legal problems of the use at the international level of various means of obtaining information about various climatic phenomena and natural disasters throughout the planet Earth are given.
Svetskiy A.V. —
Legal Protection of the Marine Environment During the Transportation of Oil Products: International Legal Aspects
// International Law and International Organizations. – 2022. – ¹ 4.
– P. 22 - 33.
DOI: 10.7256/2454-0633.2022.4.39139
URL: https://en.e-notabene.ru/mpmag/article_39139.html
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Abstract: The article discusses the risks that arise for the environment during the production and transportation of hydrocarbons. Irreparable damage to the environment is caused as a result of accidents on ships and oil platforms, the consequences of which have been felt for many decades, while the greatest harm is caused by accidents occurring in high latitudes. These include: pollution of the water area following an emergency oil spill, the likelihood of a fire or explosion both on board during transportation and in the port at terminals. Emergency situations may arise as a result of exposure to hard weather conditions, technical malfunctions of the vessel, collision with other vessels, pirate attacks, etc. The article analyzes the provisions of international acts of the greatest interest in the field of protection of the marine environment from hydrocarbon pollution, such as the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) of 1982, the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL 73/78), the International Convention for the Safety of Human Life at Sea (SOLAS 74/88), "International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters (Polar Code)". Proposals have been formulated to improve international and national regulation regarding the legal protection of the marine environment from oil pollution. Thus, it seems expedient
to minimize the risks of emergency situations to think about combining the relevant provisions of all conventions into a single document, while eliminating gaps in both international regulation and national legislation in the field of marine transportation of hydrocarbons, to pay increased attention to environmental safety issues.
Svetskiy A.V. —
Ensuring Safety and Environmental Protection During International Sea Transportation of Hydrocarbons
// International Law. – 2022. – ¹ 4.
– P. 12 - 22.
DOI: 10.25136/2644-5514.2022.4.39140
URL: https://en.e-notabene.ru/wl/article_39140.html
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Abstract: The subject of the study is the norms of international law regulating the activities to ensure safety during the transportation of oil and petroleum products. Special attention is paid to the protection of the marine environment from pollution. The author analyzes the international legal documents regulating the protection of the marine environment during the transportation of oil and petroleum products by sea, the existing mechanisms to prevent the occurrence of possible accidents. Recommendations are given to improve the level of marine environment protection during the extraction and transportation of hydrocarbons. It is shown that liquefied natural gas has a number of environmental, commercial and energy advantages over other types of fossil fuels. Since a common cause of accidents that entail oil and petroleum product spills is the wear and tear of the equipment used in various cycles of production and transportation of both oil and LNG, it is concluded that proper monitoring of the technical condition of the equipment in operation, improvement of the legal framework in this area, as well as compliance with the requirements of legislation in order to identification of objects whose condition poses a threat to the environment.
It is noted that a special role in preventing the negative impact on the state of the environment during the transportation of petroleum products belongs to regional agreements on the protection of the marine environment, since in this case the issue has a more substantive character for each region. The article discusses various directions of using artificial intelligence to increase the level of safety of international sea transportation of hydrocarbons.