The Ocean Economy in 2030 (Paperback)

Chapter 1. An overview of the ocean economy: Assessments and recommendations

Part I. Global trends and macro-factors influencing the ocean economy Chapter 2. Global trends and uncertainties to 2030/2060 Chapter 3. Expected changes to the ocean environment: Impacts on the ocean economy

Part II. Critical factors influencing the emerging ocean-based industries Chapter 4. Science, technology and innovation in tomorrow's ocean economy Chapter 5. International maritime regulation and emerging ocean-based industries Chapter 6. Measuring the global economic contribution of ocean-based industries

Part III. Perspectives on and projections of the future of the ocean economy Chapter 7. Growth prospects, challenges and uncertainties for selected ocean industries Chapter 8. Ocean industries to 2030 Chapter 9. Towards integrated ocean management

This report explores the growth prospects for the ocean economy, its capacity for future employment creation and innovation, and its role in addressing global challenges. Special attention is devoted to the emerging ocean-based industries.