AI helps simplify complex ship finance processes.
problem Complexity in ship finance due to data and regulatory requirements.
method Integrates large language models for document comprehension, information extraction, and workflow automation.
result AI-assisted systems can support maritime finance professionals in managing complex information and reporting requirements.
In this work a novel ships dataset is proposed consisting of more than 56k images of marine vessels collected by means of web-scraping and including 12 ship categories. A YOLOv3 single-stage detector based on Keras API is built on top of this dataset. Current results on four categories (cargo ship, naval ship, oil ship…
Machine learning predicts ship performance changes over time.
problem Estimating ship hydrodynamic performance over time.
method Machine learning methods (NL-PCR, NL-PLSR, probabilistic ANN) calibrated with in-service data.
result Probabilistic ANN model performs best in predicting ship performance changes.
Paper uses DBSCAN variation to detect ship anomalies.
problem Detecting anomalous ship behavior.
method Variation of DBSCAN algorithm applied to AIS data.
result Alternative anomaly metric is more statistically informative.
Transformer learns shipping costs more accurately than traditional methods.
problem Inaccurate shipping cost estimates lead to poor financial decisions.
method Proposes Rate Card Transformer (RCT) using self-attention to encode shipping information.
result Cost predictions made by RCT have 28.82% less error compared to GBDT models.
Adaptive rerouting reshapes impacts of maritime chokepoint disruptions
problem How disruptions to shipping traffic at chokepoints affect global economy
method Empirically calibrated full-scale agent-based model of global commercial shipping fleet
result Rerouting changes arrival losses under chokepoint closures
Decision tool helps manage biofouling risks for ships in the Baltic Sea.
problem Biofouling of ships causes environmental and economic issues.
method Bayesian networks to identify biofouling management strategies.
result Optimal biofouling management includes biocidal-free coating and in-water cleaning.
Marine buoys aid in the battle against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing by detecting fishing vessels in their vicinity. Marine buoys, however, may be disrupted by natural causes and buoy vandalism. In this paper, we formulate marine buoy placement as a clustering problem, and propose dropout k-means an…
A hybrid ML method improves ship response predictions across different sea conditions.
problem Improving accuracy and generalizability of ML methods for ship response predictions.
method A hybrid machine learning method that corrects forces in a low-fidelity equation of motion.
result The hybrid method offers improved prediction accuracy and generalizability compared to benchmarks.
Study reveals trade dynamics in dry bulk shipping networks, highlighting their randomness and periodic changes.
problem Understanding the randomness and periodic changes in dry bulk shipping networks.
method Analysis of micro-level trade flow data from 2015 to 2023, focusing on grain, coal, and iron ore networks.
result Dry bulk shipping networks exhibit small-world phenomena and periodic life cycles, influenced by importing ports and global events.
Deep Learning is gaining traction with geophysics community to understand subsurface structures, such as fault detection or salt body in seismic data. This study describes using deep learning method for iceberg or ship recognition with synthetic aperture radar (SAR) data. Drifting icebergs pose a potential threat to ac…
This research proposes a method to hedge freight rate risk in shipping markets under model uncertainty.
problem Managing freight risk in shipping markets under model uncertainty.
method The approach uses Wasserstein barycenter for modeling freight rates dynamics and optimal hedging strategy selection.
result The proposed method provides robust hedging strategies even in high noise cases.
This paper studies the market phenomenon of non-convergence between futures and spot prices in the grains market. We postulate that the positive basis observed at maturity stems from the futures holder's timing options to exercise the shipping certificate delivery item and subsequently liquidate the physical grain. In …
Image compression techniques reveal network structure for shipping box optimization.
problem Designing and planning shipping box networks between nodes.
method Image transformations and Bayesian reinforcement learning.
result Learned network structure can recommend future connectivity.
Having the right assortment of shipping boxes in the fulfillment warehouse to pack and ship customer's online orders is an indispensable and integral part of nowadays eCommerce business, as it will not only help maintain a profitable business but also create great experiences for customers. However, it is an extremely …
Provides a compendium of data sources for various applications.
problem Lack of comprehensive data sources for data science, machine learning, and AI.
method Compilation of diverse data sources across multiple application areas.
result A comprehensive list of data sources for data scientists and machine learning experts.
In this work we use a proven model to study a dynamic duopolistic competition between an old and a new technology which, through improved technical performance - e.g. data transmission capacity - fight in order to conquer market share. The process whereby an old technology fights a new one off through own improvements …
Deep learning automates biofouling detection in ship hull images.
problem Automating biofouling assessment from ship hull images.
method Deep learning model trained on expert-annotated images.
result Deep learning model agrees with expert annotations.
Modeling vessel speed to balance efficiency and environmental risks in Arctic shipping.
problem Balancing vessel speed with environmental and ecological risks in Arctic shipping.
method Inverse control constrained optimization framework with risk parameters estimated from AIS data.
result Distinct decision-making patterns across vessel types and navigational statuses, with varying sensitivity to ice and whale risks.
Crypto markets show negative spillovers between chains, not positive co-movements.
problem Negative spillovers in crypto asset returns across different blockchains.
method On-chain data from multiple blockchains (Ethereum, Solana, Binance, Arbitrum, Avalanche) analyzed over 2022-2025.
result Surges on one chain often coincide with declines on others, especially during attention shocks.
We generalize the Zermelo navigation problem and its solution on Riemannian manifolds (M,h) admitting a space dependence of a ship's own speed ∣u(x)∣h≤1 in the presence of a perturbation W determined by a mild velocity vector field ∣W(x)∣h<∣u(x)∣h, with application of Finsler metric of Randers type.
We study control systems invariant under a Lie group with application to the problem of nonlinear trajectory planning. A theory of symmetry reduction of exterior differential systems is employed to demonstrate how symmetry reduction and reconstruction is effective in the explicit, exact construction of planned system t…
We generalize the Zermelo navigation problem and its solution on Riemannian manifolds (M,h) admitting a space dependence of a ship's speed 0<∣u(x)∣h≤1 in the presence of a perturbation W~ determined by a strong velocity vector field satisfying ∣W~(x)∣h=∣u(x)∣h, with application of Finsler m…
We consider the Zermelo navigation problem on the ellipsoid of revolution (spheroid) in the presence of a perturbation W determined by a mild velocity vector field, ∣W∣<1, with application of Finsler metric of Randers type in the context of the corresponding optimal control represented by a time-efficient ship's he…
Optimizes package types for e-commerce to reduce damage and costs.
problem Sub-optimal package types lead to damaged shipments and high costs.
method Multi-stage approach that balances shipment and damage costs using a scalable algorithm.
result Significant cost savings of tens of millions of dollars achieved.
Paper develops a neural-fuzzy controller for GPS-intelligent buoys.
problem Optimally track dynamically positioned marine buoys with unknown parameters.
method Dynamic system modeling using neural-fuzzy networks with backstepping technique.
result The controller minimizes position errors and adjusts buoy positions accurately.
Paper proposes a deep learning model for understanding e-commerce addresses.
problem Challenges in parsing shipping addresses with no fixed format.
method Combines NLP techniques with pre-processing steps for addresses, uses RoBERTa for vector representations.
result RoBERTa model achieves 90% accuracy in sub-region classification for North and South Indian cities.
Apache Spark is a popular open-source platform for large-scale data processing that is well-suited for iterative machine learning tasks. In this paper we present MLlib, Spark's open-source distributed machine learning library. MLlib provides efficient functionality for a wide range of learning settings and includes sev…
In this paper we address three main objections of behavioral finance to the theory of rational finance, considered as anomalies the theory of rational finance cannot explain: Predictability of asset returns, The Equity Premium, (The Volatility Puzzle. We offer resolutions of those objections within the rational finance…
Trade finance history traced from medieval origins to modern markets.
problem Evolution and standardization of trade finance products.
method Historical analysis of market structures and regulatory changes.
result Global trade finance market evolved from local to centralized, then decentralized.
We generalize and study the Zermelo navigation problem on Hermitian manifolds in the presence of a perturbation W determined by a mild complex velocity vector field ∣∣W(z)∣∣h<∣∣u(z)∣∣h, with application of complex Finsler metric of complex Randers type. By admitting space-dependence of ship's relative speed $||u(…
In this paper, we present our approach for solving the DEBS Grand Challenge 2018. The challenge asks to provide a prediction for (i) a destination and the (ii) arrival time of ships in a streaming-fashion using Geo-spatial data in the maritime context. Novel aspects of our approach include the use of ensemble learning …
Many real-world objects are designed by smooth curves, especially in the domain of aerospace and ship, where aerodynamic shapes (e.g., airfoils) and hydrodynamic shapes (e.g., hulls) are designed. To facilitate the design process of those objects, we propose a deep learning based generative model that can synthesize sm…
Decentralized finance uses blockchain for $70B in assets, differing from traditional finance.
problem Ensuring compliance and security in decentralized finance.
method Systematic analysis of legal, economic, security, and privacy aspects.
result Decentralized finance offers unique economic effects and security features.
Alternative finance models from physics for non-equilibrium systems.
problem Inequities of classical finance models in physics-based perspective.
method Physics-based insights for non-equilibrium finance models.
result Alternative models for non-equilibrium finance systems.
This review covers AI in finance, challenges, techniques, and opportunities.
problem Challenges and opportunities in AI applications in finance.
method Comprehensive categorization and overview of AI research in finance over decades.
result A dense roadmap of AI challenges, techniques, and opportunities in finance.
Experts predict significant adoption of decentralized finance by 2034, with traditional finance adapting.
problem Adoption and integration of decentralized finance (DeFi) in financial services.
method Survey analysis using New Institutional Economics and Dynamic Capabilities Theory.
result Experts expect adoption of DeFi to rise from negligible to 43% by 2034, with traditional finance likely to embrace it.
The objective of the note is to remind readers on how self-financing works in Quantitative Finance. The authors have observed continuing uncertainty on this issue which may be because it lies exactly at the intersection of stochastic calculus and finance. The concept of a self-financing trading strategy was originally,…
This paper compares token and equity financing for startups.
problem Understanding differences in return rates between token and equity financing.
method Developed a three-period model to analyze liquidity and return differences.
result Entrepreneurs can achieve higher payoffs by issuing tokens, especially for risk-averse investors with liquidity needs.
A new method in finance without probabilities or integrals.
problem Creating a model-free approach to continuous-time finance.
method Pathwise approach using causal functional calculus and transition principle of Isaacs.
result A fully non-linear path-dependent equation characterizes optimal solutions.
This survey explores causal inference in banking, finance, and insurance.
problem Explaining decisions in banking, finance, and insurance using causal inference.
method Categorizes 37 papers on causal inference applications in banking, finance, and insurance.
result Causal inference is still in its infancy in banking and insurance sectors.
Study shows 'Belt and Road' node cities boost digital finance in China.
problem Impact of 'Belt and Road' node cities on digital inclusive finance.
method Descriptive analysis, literature review, theoretical model, differential differential method.
result Establishment of 'Belt and Road' node cities promotes digital inclusive finance in China, with Internet development as a mediating variable.
The central problem of strip theory is the calculation of potential flowaround 2D sections. One particular method of solutions to this problem is conformal mapping of the body section to the unit circle over which a solution of potential flow is available. Here, a new multiparameter conformal mapping method is presente…
Blockchain disrupts corporate finance, but challenges remain.
problem Challenges in adopting blockchain for corporate finance.
method Exploring the impact of blockchain on corporate finance valuation and capital allocation.
result Blockchain offers new perspectives but faces regulatory, environmental, and legal challenges.
Study uses AI to predict changes in international public finances based on US markets.
problem Understanding correlations between US and international public finances.
method Artificial intelligence and neural networks to model and predict changes.
result Neural network model achieved MSE of 2.79, indicating significant correlation and impact of US market volatility on international markets.
Theoretical framework for data augmentation in finance improves portfolio construction.
problem Improving portfolio construction in speculative markets.
method Developed a theoretical framework for data augmentation and regularization in deep learning for finance.
result A simple noise injection algorithm improves portfolio construction over no noise.
Study on women entrepreneurs' access to finance in France.
problem Inequalities in accessing external finance for women entrepreneurs in France.
method Quantitative approach using data from a representative sample of women entrepreneurs.
result Founder status affects access to external finance; increases success in fundraising but reduces bank finance.
This paper examines the quantitative finance aspects of AMMs in decentralized finance.
problem Understanding the mathematical and financial underpinnings of AMMs.
method Review of existing literature and analysis of mathematical aspects.
result Interesting relationship between AMMs and derivatives pricing and hedging.