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    Linking personality traits with perceived augmented stress with mediation of interpersonal relationship behaviours: an explorative study on indian marine engineers
    (Indian Maritime University, 2024-06) Mitra, Toorban
    Human resources are considered invaluable to any business organisation, especially when such resources are equipped with a blend of techno-human skills and at the same time, scarce in nature. While human resources can be of extreme potential, at the same time, such a resource can be prone to experiencing psychological stress at times. Such a situation is not uncommon nowadays in many business organisations due to rapid technological development, competitive business environment, multiple job roles, etc. Worth mentioning here is that the concept of stress is relative in nature. While some individuals perceive a situation as significantly stressful, others may not. Scientific pieces of evidence establish that such a difference exists among others due to differences in personality as well as preferences towards building interpersonal relationships. However, different mediating factors may soothe such linkage between personality traits and stress. For instance, support from peers is a significant way of reducing stress, particularly while working in a team environment. This is more so under uncertain situations like COVID-19, which demand a collaboratively competitive teamwork environment. The present study tries to test such linkage between personality traits and augmented occupational stress and the mediating impact of interpersonal relationships of an employee on such linkage during COVID-19. The Indian marine engineers are taken as a case study to understand such dynamics.
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    A critical assessment of stress causing factors for Indian seafarers in the changing landsacape of shipping
    (Indian Maritime University, 2025-02-01) Chandra, Mihir
    Global transportation has been mostly dependent on shipping routes by the volume of goods and commodities being moved across continents. Thus, shipping has transformed lives and livelihoods and has been the fulcrum to make the economy of a nation robust or weaker. Therefore, this study focuses on seafarers who work on board ships for their well-being. This study compasses Indian seafarers and analysis shows that three factors, personal, professional, and family related, account for stressors on board ships. Personal factors include the unavailability of vegetarian food and fear of rapid burnout. Professional factors comprised issues related to male and female seafarers and job security. Family related factors included long separation from spouses and financial commitments. It has been put through t test and MANOVA for gender, job-site, marital status and sailing experience.
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    A study on current trends in cruise tourism in India
    (Indian Maritime University, 2025-05-26) Raj, Avinash
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    Ai implementation in dry ports: challenges and barriers faced
    (Indian Maritime University, 2025-05-27) Sasidharan, Swathi
    The application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in dry ports creates a unique opportunity for improving operational productivity, increasing value, reducing expenditure, and even improving AI-assisted decision making. Nevertheless, there are challenges that hamper its use. This essay seeks to identify and analyze the most crucial barriers hindering the application of AI technologies in dry port operations. With the use of a questionnaire involving 73 participants from dry port and logistics services, data was based on 25 factors (identified through a 5-point Likert scale). In the beginning, Principal Component Analysis (PCA) was used on the respondent’s data to uncover major underlying patterns within the data. Along with the numerous barriers outlined in the paper, some prominent ones remain such as the lack of technical know-how, obsolescent infrastructure, vague regulatory rameworks, and most importantly, immense financial burdens are some of the most important barriers. These results assist stakeholders to effectively plan suitable designated plans to facilitate efficient AI algorithms into operational dry ports.
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    Odc cargo movements of major ports in Tamilnadu
    (Indian Maritime University, 2025-05-26) S, Karthikeyan
    This research critically analyzes the management of Over-Dimensional Cargo (ODC) and Project Cargo at Tamil Nadu's principal ports—Chennai, V.O. Chidambaranar (Tuticorin), and Kamarajar (Ennore)—with respect to operational, infrastructural, regulatory, and economic aspects. ODC, defined by over-dimensional or weighty cargoes like wind turbine parts, power transformers, and industrial equipment, and Project Cargo, high-value cargoes for mega projects, are the key to Tamil Nadu's industrial expansion in renewable energy, automotive, and infrastructure sectors. The study uses a mixed-methods design, combining secondary data analysis (government reports, port statistics, industry publications), qualitative interviews with port executives and logistics managers, case studies, and real-time data from web sources and platforms such as X. The period covered is FY2020–2025, with historical background from the early 2000s and forecast to 2030.
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    Critical analysis on Indian container traffic and its impact on economic development
    (Indian Maritime University, 2025-05-27) R, Aswin S.
    The increased trade flexibility afforded by containerized cargo has dramatically changed worldwide trade and economic interdependence. The study assesses the importance of container traffic in economic growth, specifically in the areas of GDP growth, job creation, industrial activity, and export/import efficiency. By analyzing data from the major container ports and their hinterlands, the study reviewed the trends and relationships between increases in container volume (throughput) with traditional macroeconomic indicators. For the analysis, the study utilized both quantitative assessments (port throughput data and economic metrics) and qualitative assessments (data on infrastructure and policies). Important findings included the contribution of ports with large transaction volumes to the nation or region in terms of enhanced connectivity, reduced logistics costs, and attracting foreign investment. Significant challenges remain for ports including capacity-related issues, environment/fossil fuel dependency, and the need for progress in the areas of digitization and green technologies. The research concludes with recommendations for future policy reform and strategic public or private investment in port infrastructure to benefit from increased port leverage of container volume for inclusive economic growth.
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    Comparative efficiency analysis of rail freight divisions in Indian railways
    (Indian Maritime University, 2025-05-26) M, Dharineesh K
    This analysis determines the efficiency of Indian Railways' freight divisions in operation based on the Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) approach, a non-parametric method that allows relative efficiency assessment of decision-making units. As the Indian Railways is among the biggest freight carriers in the world, analysis of its divisions' efficiency is important in order to boost productivity, optimize the use of resources, and inform the investment of infrastructure.
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    A systematic study on green port strategies of sustainable port operations
    (Indian Maritime University, 2025-05-26) M, Ganeshkumar
    Today the globe increasing an environmental protection and sustainable development, ports across the globe are embracing green port policies to reduce their ecological impact without compromising on operational efficiency. This research study examines the implementation, efficacy, and struggles of green port strategies in ensuring sustainable port operation. Through an examination of peer-reviewed literature, case studies, and policy frameworks of major ports worldwide, the research identifies the most important sustainability initiatives such as the use of shore power, waste management, energy-efficient facilities, and emissions reduction programs. The study also examines how technological innovation, stakeholder engagement, and policies of regulation contribute to facilitating sustainable changes. The Findings indicate that although green strategies significantly contribute to environmental and economic gains, their implementation is significantly tied to regional context, governance arrangements, and investment capacity. The research concludes by presenting a strategy for combining port management and green practices and pointing out avenues for future research and policy-making towards further promoting eco-friendly maritime logistics.
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    Digitalization impact on port operations: an analysis of the use of smart port operations
    (Indian Maritime University, 2025-05-27) M, Akash
    The digitalization of the maritime sector has made a paradigm shift in port operations across the globe. This research explores the role of digitalization in enhancing port efficiency, with particular emphasis on the smart port operation implementation at Cochin Port, one of the largest ports in India on the Arabian Sea. The aim is to discuss how digital technologies have been embraced and how they shape other key performance indicators like turnaround time, cargo handling, and supply chain integration. Intelligent port operations rely on the application of cutting-edge digital technologies including the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), blockchain, and big data analytics in order to streamline port activities. The technologies facilitate automation, real-time information sharing, as well as enhanced coordination among stakeholders in the ports. The study employs a qualitative approach involving literature review, analysis of case studies, and stakeholder perceptions.
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