VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE SYSTEM REDUCES AIR POLLUTION IN HAI PHONG PORT AREA

Abstract

The goal of the Vessel traffic service (VTS) system is to enhance traffic safety, improve efficiency and protect the maritime environment. After nearly a decade of operation, Hai Phong VTS has demonstrated the value of the system by dynamically monitoring vessels, VTS can promptly detect situations at close range, effectively prevent accidents and minimize the risk of fatalities. Organizing maritime traffic in night or foggy conditions helps improve the capacity of goods circulation through ports. Close monitoring of oil tankers helps reduce oil spills and minimize environmental damage. In particular, the VTS system can optimize vessel schedules using real-time traffic data, reduce fuel consumption and reduce exhaust emissions. This study evaluates the benefits of Hai Phong VTS system in reducing emissions from DKC 02 oil tanker traveling from buoy number "0" to Viet Nhat port. The results show that the VTS system can shorten travel time, waiting time for traffic, and at the same time reduce traffic control vehicles and clear traffic at some traffic hotspots, significantly reducing emissions from ship operations.