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Captain Zakirul Bhuiyan is an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer at the School of Maritime Science and Engineering, Southampton Solent University. He leads the MSc Maritime Transport and Operations unit and serves as Head of the Warsash Maritime Technology and Innovation Research Centre. His roles include Course Leader for Bridge Simulation and Research and Innovation Coordinator.
With over 30 years of maritime industry experience, Bhuiyan specializes in maritime education, autonomous systems, and regulatory compliance. He has led EU-funded projects like STM, MariEMS, and Innovate UK’s MAXCMAS, focusing on autonomous navigation and energy management. He contributes to international bodies such as the UK’s Marine Autonomous Systems Regulatory Working Group (MASRWG) and the IMO HTW Sub-Committee.
His research emphasizes simulation-based training, cloud simulation tools, and COLREG-compliant path planning for autonomous vessels. Awards include Fellowships from the Nautical Institute and UK Higher Education Academy. Bhuiyan’s publications span e-Navigation, deep learning in education, and maritime safety innovations.
