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About GMU Journal of Maritime Research

The GMU Journal of Maritime Research launched in 2025, is a biannual, peer-reviewed, online and print multidisciplinary research journal in the English language, dedicated to exploring the dynamic and evolving landscape of the maritime sector. It is published by Thomson Reuters in collaboration with Gujarat Maritime University, and is managed by an editorial team comprising faculty members and research associates committed to academic excellence and sectoral impact.

As the maritime industry gains renewed focus through national policy initiatives and global trade imperatives, the journal aims to serve as a vital bridge between academia, industry, and policymaking. The journal encourages original contributions that enhance understanding across maritime law, maritime business, port and logistics management, maritime economy, and sustainability—integrating both theoretical and applied research.

The journal offers a collaborative platform for researchers, scholars, industry professionals, legal experts, policymakers, and students to share insights, address challenges, and shape future discourse on maritime issues. With an ISSN-registered serial publication number, the journal maintains rigorous peer-review standards and follows ethical publishing practices.

Aim and Scope

• To promote applied research that directly contributes to real-world decision-making in the maritime domain.
• To disseminate policy updates and scholarly insights on legal, business, and management aspects of the maritime sector.
• To explore emerging challenges and innovations shaping maritime governance, commerce, and logistics.
• To foster the creation of managerial, legal, and regulatory knowledge that advances maritime education and industry practices.
• To provide a global platform for researchers and practitioners to publish, exchange ideas, and receive constructive feedback.

Vision and Commitment

As the first research journal introduced by Gujarat Maritime University in 2025, the journal is supported by a distinguished advisory board of global experts from academia, industry, and law. Their mentorship ensures the journal’s relevance, scholarly rigor, and global perspective.

Through interdisciplinary and practice-oriented research, the journal contributes meaningfully to the global maritime vision, supporting economic development, innovation, and policy reform. The inaugural issue of the journal featured contributions from eminent voices across India and abroad, demonstrating the journal’s potential to ignite intellectual curiosity and inspire evidence-based transformation in the maritime sector.

By aligning academic inquiry with the pressing needs of the industry, the GMU Journal of Maritime Research—published by Thomson Reuters—aspires to become a leading forum for shaping the future of maritime discourse and development.