Shaping the Future of Maritime Governance
The maritime sector is undergoing a profound transformation driven by technological innovation, environmental imperatives, evolving regulatory frameworks, geopolitical developments, and the growing significance of the blue economy. Contemporary challenges such as sustainable shipping, marine biodiversity conservation, maritime security, seabed governance, digitalisation of shipping operations, marine pollution, and protection of seafarers’ rights require interdisciplinary engagement and collaborative policy responses.
The Conference seeks to provide a global platform for academicians, researchers, policymakers, legal practitioners, industry professionals, international organisations, and students to engage in meaningful dialogue on emerging issues in maritime law, policy, governance, and sustainability. It aims to facilitate the exchange of ideas, foster collaborative research, and contribute to the development of innovative solutions for addressing pressing maritime challenges.
Aligned with the objectives of Maritime India Vision 2030, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and international efforts towards sustainable ocean governance, the Conference encourages critical discussions on the future of maritime regulation and the role of law and policy in promoting a safe, secure, resilient, and sustainable maritime sector. Through keynote addresses, technical sessions, and paper presentations, the Conference aspires to strengthen academic discourse and bridge the gap between research, policy, and practice in shaping the future of global maritime governance.
Conference Brochure
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Institutional Partners
REVA University
REVA University, Bengaluru, is a premier state private university established under the Government of Karnataka Act No. 13 of 2013. Recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC), the University has emerged as one of India’s leading institutions of higher education, renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, research, and industry-oriented learning.
Situated on a sprawling green campus in Bengaluru, India’s technology hub, REVA University offers a wide spectrum of undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, diploma, and certificate programmes across disciplines including Engineering and Technology, Architecture, Management, Commerce, Law, Science and Technology, Liberal Studies, and Performing Arts. The University serves a vibrant academic community of over 15,000 students and is supported by accomplished faculty with extensive academic and industry experience.
The University adopts a student-centric approach through innovative pedagogy, research-driven curricula, interdisciplinary learning, and strong industry engagement. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, advanced laboratories, research centres, incubation facilities, and a culture of innovation, REVA fosters holistic development and prepares graduates to address contemporary global challenges.
Driven by its motto, “Knowledge is Power,” REVA University continues to contribute meaningfully to higher education, research, entrepreneurship, and societal advancement, while nurturing globally competent and socially responsible professionals.
School of Legal Studies
The School of Legal Studies (SoLS), REVA University, Bengaluru, is committed to fostering excellence in legal education, research, and professional development. Established with the vision of creating socially responsible legal professionals and advancing legal scholarship, the School offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes designed to provide students with a strong foundation in law and contemporary legal practice.
Equipped with modern infrastructure, including a Moot Court Hall, legal aid and counselling facilities, well-resourced libraries, and technology-enabled learning environments, the School promotes a dynamic and student-centric academic experience.
The School emphasizes experiential learning through moot court competitions, legal aid initiatives, research projects, internships, seminars, workshops, and interactions with judges, legal practitioners, policymakers, and industry experts. Its distinguished faculty combines academic expertise with practical insights, enabling students to engage critically with emerging legal and policy challenges.
To strengthen global engagement and academic collaboration, the School has entered into MoUs with reputed international institutions, including Staffordshire University, University of Exeter, and Hume University. It has also established academic collaborations with leading Indian institutions such as the Indian Maritime University, Chennai.
Centre for International Law and Policy (CILP)
The Centre for International Law and Policy (CILP), School of Legal Studies, REVA University, serves as a premier academic and research platform dedicated to advancing scholarship, dialogue, and capacity-building in the fields of international law, global governance, and public policy.
Established with the objective of promoting interdisciplinary engagement with contemporary international legal and policy challenges, the Centre fosters academic excellence through research, training programmes, conferences, workshops, and collaborative initiatives. The Centre is committed to bridging the gap between legal scholarship, policy formulation, and practical application in an increasingly interconnected world.
CILP actively engages with emerging areas including maritime law, international trade and investment law, human rights, environmental governance, space law, cyber law, international dispute resolution, and sustainable development.
The Centre has been instrumental in organizing national and international conferences, academic academies, and expert lectures that bring together distinguished scholars, jurists, diplomats, policymakers, and industry experts from across the world.
Indian Maritime University, Chennai
The Indian Maritime University (IMU), headquartered in Chennai, is India’s premier maritime university and a Central University established under the Indian Maritime University Act, 2008. Functioning under the aegis of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India, IMU serves as the national institution for maritime education, training, research, and capacity building.
IMU offers undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and research programmes in marine engineering, nautical science, naval architecture, maritime management, logistics and supply chain management, port management, transportation, maritime law, and other allied disciplines.
With a network of campuses and affiliated institutions across the country, IMU plays a pivotal role in strengthening India’s maritime human resource capacity and supporting the nation’s maritime growth and blue economy initiatives.
Equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories, simulation facilities and modern academic infrastructure, IMU is committed to delivering world-class education, fostering innovation, and advancing maritime knowledge through close engagement with government, industry, international organisations, and academic institutions.
Maritime Policy, Governance and Sustainability
Theme: Maritime Policy, Governance and Sustainability
- Historical Maritime Rights and Evolution of Ocean Governance
- Maritime Territorial Disputes, Seabed Governance and the Role of Treaty Bodies
- Highly Migratory Fish Stocks, RFMOs and the Roles of FAO and WTO in Sustainable Fisheries
- Marine Biodiversity Conservation and Restoration in Coastal and Marine Ecosystems
- Shipping Contracts in a Digitalised and Integrated Global Supply Chain
- Operations & Incidents at Sea: Risk Allocation, Compensation and Marine Insurance in Shipping
- Carriage of Goods by Sea: From Hague Rules to Rotterdam Rules
- State Responsibility, Liability and Compensation for Marine Pollution Damage
- Alternative Fuels, Regulation and Sustainable Green Shipping
- Seafarers’ Rights: Human Rights and Welfare at Sea
Note: The sub-themes listed above are indicative and not exhaustive. Abstracts and full papers addressing any aspect of maritime policy, governance, sustainability, or related interdisciplinary issues that align with the overarching theme of the conference are welcome and will be considered for presentation and publication.
Chief Patrons, Patrons & Conveners
Dr. P. Shyama Raju
Chancellor, REVA University
Shri Umesh S. Raju
Pro Chancellor, REVA University
Dr. (Mrs.) Malini V. Shankar, IAS (Retd.)
Vice Chancellor, Indian Maritime University, Chennai
Dr. M. Dhanamjaya
Registrar, REVA University
Dr. Aruna Kammila
Professor and Director, School of Legal Studies, REVA University
Dr. A. Sankaran
Professor and Dean (CTR), Indian Maritime University, Chennai
Mr. Heramb Asvin
Assistant Professor and Head, CILP, School of Legal Studies, REVA University
Faculty Coordinators
Dr. Subin Thomas
Assistant Professor, School of Legal Studies, REVA University
Ms. Mili Gupta
Assistant Professor, School of Legal Studies, REVA University
Dr. Emil Mathew
Associate Professor, School of Maritime Management, IMU Chennai Campus, Chennai
Dr. Pradeep Raja
Assistant Professor, School of Marine Engineering, IMU Kolkata Campus, Kolkata
Conference Timeline
Call for Papers Opens
28 June 2026
Abstract Submission (Extended)
30 August 2026
Acceptance of Abstract
On Rolling Basis
Draft Paper Submission
10 September 2026
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16–18 September 2026
Camera Ready Submission
15 October 2026
Submission Guidelines
Abstract
Submission
Present your research and ideas.
Abstract Submission Guidelines
- The abstract must be original, unpublished, and should not be under consideration for publication or presentation elsewhere.
- Abstracts shall be submitted in English and must align with the conference theme or any of the sub-themes.
- The abstract shall not exceed 300 words and must clearly indicate the research objective, methodology, key findings, and significance of the study.
- The abstract shall be prepared in Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) format.
- A separate cover page shall contain: Title of Paper, Name of Author(s), Institutional Affiliation, Designation, Email Address and Contact Number.
- Co-authorship is permitted for a maximum of two authors.
- Abstracts shall be submitted to cilp.sols@reva.edu.in.
- Accepted abstracts will be assigned a unique Abstract Code (e.g., IMC-01).
- The Abstract Code shall be used in all future correspondence and throughout the double-blind peer review process.
Paper Submission Guidelines
Guidelines for manuscript preparation, review and publication.
Authors are required to submit their manuscripts using the Microsoft CMT link.
The full paper must be original, unpublished, and should not be under consideration elsewhere.
The manuscript shall be 6,000–8,000 words, including footnotes.
The manuscript shall strictly conform to the Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation (20th Edition).
The manuscript shall be prepared in Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) format.
For double-blind review, the manuscript shall contain only the Abstract Code and must not contain author names, affiliations, acknowledgements, or other identifying information.
A separate cover page shall contain the Abstract Code, Title, Author(s), Institutional Affiliation, Designation, Email Address and Contact Number.
Co-authorship is permitted for a maximum of two authors.
All submissions shall undergo a double-blind peer review process.
The Organising Committee reserves the right to accept, reject, or seek revisions.
Selected papers may be considered for publication in an edited volume, conference proceedings, or a partner journal (SCOPUS Indexed), subject to editorial review and publication policies.
The decision of the Review Committee shall be final.
“The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft, and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.”
Publication Ethics & Peer Review
The International Maritime Conference 2026, organised by the Centre for International Law and Policy (CILP), School of Legal Studies, REVA University, is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity, ethical conduct, and scholarly excellence. All authors, reviewers, and members of the Organising Committee are expected to adhere to the following ethical principles throughout the submission, review, and publication process.
Responsibilities of Authors
Authors shall submit only original and unpublished work that has not been previously published or simultaneously submitted to any other conference, journal, or publication. The submitted work must accurately present the research objectives, methodology, findings, and conclusions without fabrication, falsification, or inappropriate manipulation of data.
Authors are expected to properly acknowledge the work of others through appropriate citations. Plagiarism, self-plagiarism, duplicate publication, or misrepresentation of authorship is strictly prohibited. All authors must have made a substantial academic contribution and must disclose actual or potential conflicts of interest.
Responsibilities of Reviewers
The Conference follows a double-blind peer review process, ensuring that the identities of both authors and reviewers remain confidential throughout the evaluation process.
Reviewers shall evaluate submissions objectively, fairly, and solely on academic merit, originality, methodological rigour, relevance, and contribution to the field. Personal bias or discrimination shall have no place in the review process. Reviewers shall maintain strict confidentiality and disclose conflicts of interest promptly.
Responsibilities of the Organising Committee
The Organising Committee shall ensure a fair, transparent, and confidential review process. Editorial decisions shall be based exclusively on scholarly merit, originality, quality, and relevance.
The Committee reserves the right to reject submissions involving plagiarism, duplicate publication, unethical research practices, or other academic misconduct.
Plagiarism Policy
All accepted abstracts and submitted full papers may be subjected to plagiarism screening before being considered for presentation or publication. Authors are expected to ensure that submissions are free from plagiarism and supported by proper acknowledgements and citations.
Where substantial plagiarism, self-plagiarism, or other academic misconduct is identified, the Organising Committee reserves the right to reject the submission, withdraw acceptance, or remove the paper from the conference programme or publication process.
Handling Ethical Misconduct
Any allegation of unethical conduct, including plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, duplicate submission, authorship disputes, or undisclosed conflicts of interest, shall be examined by the Organising Committee. Where misconduct is established, appropriate action may include rejection, withdrawal of acceptance, exclusion from publication, restriction from future conference participation, and communication to the author's affiliated institution where appropriate.
Peer Review Process
Following abstract submission, each accepted abstract shall be assigned a unique Abstract Code, which shall serve as the sole identifier throughout the review and evaluation process. Upon receipt of the full paper, the Organising Committee shall conduct an initial screening for compliance, relevance, originality, and ethical standards.
Manuscripts satisfying preliminary requirements shall be forwarded for double-blind peer review by subject experts. Reviewers shall evaluate originality, academic quality, legal and policy relevance, methodology, clarity, and contribution to maritime scholarship. Authors may be requested to revise and resubmit.
The final decision regarding acceptance for presentation and consideration for publication shall be made by the Organising Committee after completion of the review process. The decision of the Conference Review Committee shall be final and binding.
Conference Registration
| Category | Indian Participants | Foreign Participants |
|---|---|---|
| Participation (Without Paper Presentation) | Rs. 1,000 | USD 20 |
| Students & Research Scholars | Rs. 2,500 | USD 30 |
| Academicians & Professionals | Rs. 3,000 | USD 35 |
Contact
Mr. Heramb Asvin
Conference Coordinator
+91 9600560443
School of Legal Studies
REVA University
Rukmini Knowledge Park, Kattigenahalli,
Yelahanka, Bengaluru – 560064
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