Osiris Valdez Banda

Osiris Valdez Banda is an Assistant Professor at Aalto University’s Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering, leading the Research Group on Safe and Efficient Marine and Ship Systems. His work integrates marine risk analysis, safety systems engineering, and smart shipping technologies, with a focus on Arctic and winter navigation challenges.

• Specializes in maritime cybersecurity and autonomous ship risk assessment
• Develops methods for resilience modeling and safety management in maritime operations
• Active in STPA-based Bayesian network frameworks and ice-related safety systems

Recent publications examine autonomous navigation risks, cybersecurity frameworks, and energy solutions for Arctic vessels. He received the Aalto Education Impact Award in 2018 for contributions to marine technology education.