Research areas
DatamarLab develops distinct research streams on the big questions in shipping and foreign trade, from port operations to decarbonization, regulation and trade flows. Each area begins with a defined problem, transparent methods and evidence that can be tested and shared.
Distinct areas. One long-term vision.
Maritime transport is a connected system, but meaningful research needs focus. Our research areas create clear programs around specific challenges while contributing to a broader vision of Collaborative Decision-Making.
A new research area begins only when three things are clear: the question, the data and the scientific pathway.
Where our work is active today.
Our first research area
Developing detailed, scientifically grounded ways to measure maritime emissions by vessel, voyage leg and cargo — beginning with a single voyage and scaling to 50 vessels.
Explore DecarbonizationResearch streams we may explore next.
These themes reflect important sector questions. They are not yet active projects and will be prioritised as research capacity, partnerships and evidence develop.
How capacity is used across services, routes and individual voyage legs.
Time in port, waiting, berth operations and possible bottlenecks.
How maritime networks, transshipment and trade dynamics connect markets.
How changing trade volumes affect ports, services and available capacity.
Transparent forecasting and scenario comparison grounded in validated data.
New streams shaped by evidence, sector needs and collaborative research.
From sector question to shared knowledge.
Sponsorship
Sponsors follow the research closely, help choose the next topics and get early access to results and new products.