Abstract

The maritime industry facilitates over 80% of global trade by volume, yet it faces significant challenges, including ship collisions, piracy, technical failures, and environmental disasters. This chapter explores case study analysis as a research tool to understand and mitigate these risks, emphasizing its role in enhancing maritime safety, security, and sustainability. Also, it discusses why case study analysis is crucial in maritime research. It outlines how to structure maritime case studies. Additionally, it explores key considerations in maritime case study analysis. The chapter also presents case study examples and lessons learned from maritime incidents, highlighting best practices for improving policies and risk management strategies in the maritime sector. Furthermore, the chapter generalizes how case study analysis can be applied in maritime studies to examine operational inefficiencies, accident investigations, environmental impact assessments, security threats, and policy effectiveness. By using structured case study methodologies, researchers and industry professionals can uncover root causes, identify patterns, and develop actionable insights to enhance decision-making and risk management in maritime operations. The findings contribute to advancing maritime safety by bridging the gap between academic research and industry applications, ensuring that lessons from past incidents inform future best practices.