Young Researcher Award
Ihor Surinov
National University Odessa Maritime Academy, Ukraine
Ihor Surinov is a maritime researcher affiliated with the National University Odessa Maritime Academy whose published work addresses vessel safety, LNG-powered shipping, manoeuvring, and operational cybersecurity. His indexed research record includes six documents, ten citations, and an h-index of two, providing an emerging scholarly profile relevant to transportation safety and advanced marine engineering. [1]
Abstract
Surinov’s research focuses on safety-critical maritime operations, particularly alternative-fuel vessels and navigation in demanding operating environments. Recent studies examine layered protection for fuel-gas supply systems, simultaneous operations during LNG bunkering, and cybersecurity risks associated with manoeuvring in confined waters. These topics connect marine transportation engineering with risk reduction, system resilience, and operational safety. [2] [3]
Keywords
Maritime safety; LNG bunkering; dual-fuel vessels; transportation engineering; fuel-gas systems; marine cybersecurity; confined-water manoeuvring; risk assessment; ship operations; FRP in transportation.
Introduction
Modern maritime transportation increasingly depends on integrated safety systems capable of addressing technical, operational, and digital risks. Surinov’s publications contribute to this field by examining the practical conditions surrounding LNG-powered ships and complex navigation. His work is situated within marine transportation research, where reliable system design, fuel handling, and secure manoeuvring procedures are central to vessel performance and safety. [4]
Research Profile
According to the supplied Scopus metrics, Surinov has six indexed documents, ten citations, and an h-index of two. His publication record indicates an early-career research trajectory centred on marine navigation, shipboard fuel systems, vessel operations, and transportation safety. [1]
Research Contributions
A notable contribution is the study of safety assessment and multi-layer protection for fuel-gas supply systems on dual-fuel container vessels. The work addresses the engineering need for structured safeguards in alternative-fuel propulsion environments. Additional research investigates simultaneous operations during LNG bunkering and the cybersecurity of manoeuvring processes in confined waters, linking physical operational safety with digital resilience. [2] [3] [4]
Publications
- Safety assessment and multi-layer protection concept for a fuel gas supply system on a dual-fuel container vessel. The Asian Journal of Shipping and Logistics, 2026.
- Simultaneous Operations During LNG Bunkering at LNG-powered Vessels. TransNav, 2025.
- Cybersecurity of the Processes of Manoeuvring in Confined Waters. TransNav, 2023.
Research Impact
The current citation profile reflects a developing academic record rather than a mature body of highly cited work. Nevertheless, the research addresses practical concerns in maritime decarbonization, LNG operations, ship safety, and cyber-physical navigation. These areas have continuing relevance as vessel systems become increasingly automated and alternative fuels become more common. [1]
Award Suitability
For a Young Researcher Award assessment, Surinov’s profile demonstrates active publication, identifiable research specialization, indexed scholarly output, and work addressing contemporary transportation-safety problems. His studies show continuity across LNG vessel operations, safety engineering, and marine cybersecurity. Evaluation should consider the scale of his current citation record alongside the relevance, technical focus, and future development potential of his research portfolio. [5]
Conclusion
Ihor Surinov represents an emerging researcher working at the intersection of maritime transportation, vessel safety, alternative-fuel operations, and cybersecurity. His recent publications demonstrate a coherent technical direction and engagement with operational challenges affecting modern shipping. Continued research and broader citation development may further strengthen the visibility and impact of this academic profile.
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References
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Ihor Surinov, Author ID 57225090112. Scopus.
https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57225090112
- Surinov, I. (2026). Safety assessment and multi-layer protection concept for a fuel gas supply system on a dual-fuel container vessel. The Asian Journal of Shipping and Logistics.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajsl.2026.09.003
- Surinov, I. (2025). Simultaneous Operations During LNG Bunkering at LNG-powered Vessels. TransNav, the International Journal on Marine Navigation and Safety of Sea Transportation.
https://doi.org/10.12716/1001.19.04.36
- Surinov, I. (2023). Cybersecurity of the Processes of Manoeuvring in Confined Waters. TransNav, the International Journal on Marine Navigation and Safety of Sea Transportation.
https://doi.org/10.12716/1001.17.03.25
- ORCID. (n.d.). Ihor Surinov: ORCID 0000-0002-0335-8302.
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0335-8302
- International Research Awards on Fiberreinforced Polymer. (n.d.). Fiber-Reinforced Polymer research awards and recognition platform.
https://fiberreinforcedpolymer.com/