Peter Ehlers

Prof. Dr. Peter Ehlers is a Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Hamburg, specializing in Maritime Law and Marine Environmental Law. He has held various leadership roles, including President of the International Max-Planck Research School for Maritime Affairs and Chair of the World Maritime University’s Governing Board. His career spans academia, government, and international organizations.

• Education: Law at Philipps-Universität Marburg and Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel
• Doctorate: Dr. jur. (1969)

Research Interests: Focus on International Maritime Law, Marine Environmental Protection, and European Maritime Policy. His work addresses legal frameworks for Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZ), Maritime Security, and Climate Change Impacts on Seas.

Publications: Extensive contributions on Baltic Sea Governance, Marine Pollution Liability, and Hydrographic Services. Key themes include EU maritime policy, UNCLOS interpretation, and climate adaptation strategies.

Scientific Awards:

• Dr. h.c. (honorary doctor) from University of Rostock (2007)

Advising & Grants: No formal advisees listed. Led research projects on Marine Environmental Law and Maritime Policy with institutions like the International Hydrographic Organization and HELCOM.

Labs & Teams: Affiliated with the Institute for Maritime and Commercial Law and advisory boards of maritime institutions, including the Baltic Sea Forum and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Navigation.