Ahmed Amro

Ahmed Amro

Ph.D. started in: 2018
Expected year of graduation: 2022
COINS consortium member: Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Supervised by: Sokratis Katsikas
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Research area: Security Management
Project title: Communication and Cybersecurity for autonomous passenger ferry
Project description: Autonomous ferries face many cyber risks due to their dependence on digital solutions for control; increased integration of control systems; increased connectivity of the on-board control systems to on-shore monitoring systems; and the accessibility of such systems. Hence, a comprehensive approach combining cyber and physical security solutions to protect the autonomous ship ecosystem is needed by developing an Integrated Security, Safety and Ship Management System (IS3MS). Developing such a platform gives rise to several research challenges to be pursued, relating to systemic risk management; prevention by design; monitoring and detection; and response and mitigation of cyber-physical threats. Since a secure and reliable communication system between the vessel, a remote-control center and other vessels is essential to the security of the autonomous ship ecosystem, emphasis will be given to the communication and navigation systems of the autonomous ferry.

1. Ahmed Walid Amro, Vasileios Gkioulos, Sokratis Katsikas (2020). Connect and Protect: Requirements for Maritime Autonomous Surface Ship in Urban Passenger Transportation