Decision-Making
Decision-Making on World Data Ocean: a running collection of 3 stories we have gathered and hand-picked because they are worth your time. Every post here touches on decision-making in some way — the news, the analysis, the deep dives, and the occasional surprise find. A Global Hub for Ocean Intelligence 4 World Data Ocean is a centralized digital platform where researchers, scientists, and ocean enthusiasts converge to explore, analyze, and… New stories are added to this page as we find them, so check back if you want to keep up with what is happening around decision-making, or subscribe to the RSS feed to get them as soon as they are published. Browse the collection below, or head back to the homepage to see everything World Data Ocean is covering right now.
MOL Merges 6 Ship Management Companies To Strengthen Safety Across 200+ Vessels
MOL has consolidated its ship management operations, merging six companies into a single entity, MOLGSM, to enhance safety across its fleet of over 200 vessels. This strategic realignment strengthens the MOL Group’s overarching safety management framework and underscores a commitment to operational excellence. The newly formed MOLGSM will provide integrated oversight and calibrated procedures, reflecting a proactive approach to maritime risk mitigation.
A ship autonomous navigation decision-making method based on the OODA loop theory
Autonomous ship navigation demands robust decision-making, particularly in complex encounter scenarios. This study introduces a novel method grounded in the OODA loop theory, establishing a closed-loop navigation logic encompassing observation, risk assessment, decision generation, and motion control. Employing a quaternion ship domain model and an improved velocity obstacle algorithm, the system generates safe, COLREGs-compliant maneuvering decisions. Simulation results demonstrate consistent safety margins, even with minimal time-to-collision. For further exploration of maritime security technologies, see our recent article on the KONGSBERG Aegir sonar family.
US Navy Unveils AI-First Strategy To Weaponise Data And AI Across Naval Operations
The U.S. Navy has formally unveiled an AI-first strategy, prioritizing the integration of artificial intelligence and data analytics across all naval operations. This initiative aims to cultivate an AI-enabled force, enhancing decision-making speed and precision to bolster U.S. maritime superiority in a rapidly evolving global landscape. The strategy reflects a calibrated response to increasing maritime security challenges, as evidenced by recent surges in piracy—with the Malacca Strait experiencing a significant escalation, as detailed in our report, "Piracy Incidents Rise To 137 In 2025."