Vol. 15 No. 1 (2026): ToMS ~ April 2026

This issue, comprising 31 papers, is the largest in the journal’s history. This growth is not incidental. It reflects a broader transformation in scientific publishing—one marked by a rapid expansion in the production of research articles. We are operating in a system defined by hyperproduction.

In this issue, readers will find contributions addressing emerging technologies in maritime science, including the Internet of Things (IoT), intelligent engine systems, and hybrid propulsion. Alongside these are analyses of pressing legal and regulatory topics, such as maritime boundary disputes, offshore wind farm governance, submarine cable regulation, and the Hong Kong Convention. This diversity reflects the field's multidisciplinary nature and its evolving priorities.