The Role of Shipping Systems in Energy Transportation Security

This book focuses on the current energy security issues, mainly discussing the role of shipping systems in energy transportation security. The book is structured with three parts: firstly, an overview of energy security issues; Secondly, the safety assessment of major energy sources such as coal, crude oil and natural gas maritime transport systems; and thirdly, route safety, including the surrounding areas of Malacca and the South China Sea, the Arctic route, and the navigation safety of the fleet. This book can be read by researchers and students in the fields of energy, shipping, diplomacy, law, finance, or by those interested in the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road.