Review article
https://doi.org/10.31217/p.33.2.3
A Review of Blockchain Technology Implementation in Shipping Industry
Marija Jović
orcid.org/0000-0002-9971-1579
; University of Rijeka, Faculty of Maritime Studies, Rijeka, Croatia
Marko Filipović
orcid.org/0000-0002-7642-0496
; Rijeka, Croatia
Edvard Tijan
orcid.org/0000-0002-7642-0496
; University of Rijeka, Faculty of Maritime Studies, Rijeka, Croatia
Mlaen Jardas
orcid.org/0000-0002-2696-8496
; University of Rijeka, Faculty of Maritime Studies, Rijeka, Croatia
Abstract
This article presents a comprehensive review of the current and rising trends of blockchain technology usage in shipping industry. The definition and features of blockchain technology are provided, as well as the potential usage of blockchain technology in various areas (financial services, Internet of Things, medicine, government, etc.), in order to better understand its complexity and application. Furthermore, the major challenges of blockchain technology are shown, and the most prominent examples of blockchain applications in shipping industry are provided. The application and advantages of blockchain technology in seaports are demonstrated through several examples.
Keywords
Blockchain technology; Shipping industry; Seaports
Hrčak ID:
229259
URI
Publication date:
19.12.2019.
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