Ocean Economics is an international, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary research at the nexus of ocean-related industries, economic systems, and sustainable development. The journal provides a global platform for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to explore the economic dimensions of the ocean and its role in shaping a sustainable and resilient future.
The journal aims to promote high-quality theoretical, empirical, and policy-oriented research that enhances understanding of marine and coastal economies, fosters innovation in ocean-based industries, and supports evidence-based decision-making in the context of the rapidly evolving global “blue economy,” as highlighted by international frameworks from organizations such as the World Bank and the OECD.
The journal welcomes original research articles, reviews, and policy analyses in, but not limited to, the following areas:
- Marine Industry Economics
- Shipping, maritime transport, and port economics
- Fisheries and aquaculture economics
- Offshore oil, gas, and mineral resource industries
- Marine tourism and coastal economic development
- Marine biotechnology and bioeconomy
- Ocean engineering and marine equipment industries
- Blue Economy and Sustainable Development
- Theories, frameworks, and innovation in the blue economy
- Sustainable use and governance of marine resources
- Ocean-based climate solutions, including blue carbon
- Valuation of marine ecosystem services
- Blue finance, including blue bonds and ESG investment
- Marine Energy and Emerging Ocean Industries
- Offshore renewable energy (e.g., wind, tidal, and wave energy)
- Marine-based hydrogen and energy systems
- Emerging ocean technologies and industrial transformation
- Economic and policy analysis of marine energy transitions
- Marine Policy, Law, and Governance
- Ocean governance and institutional frameworks
- Marine spatial planning and coastal zone management
- Fisheries regulation and resource management
- International maritime law, including the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea
- Global and regional ocean cooperation
- Marine Environmental and Resource Economics
- Economic impacts of marine pollution and environmental change
- Biodiversity conservation and ecosystem restoration economics
- Natural capital accounting and ocean sustainability metrics
- Climate change adaptation and resilience in coastal regions
- Regional and Development Perspectives
- Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and coastal economies
- Regional ocean economic systems and industrial clusters
- Port cities and maritime economic corridors
- Ocean-related development strategies in emerging economies
- Digital Ocean Economy and Innovation
- Smart shipping and autonomous maritime systems
- Digital ports and logistics optimization
- Ocean big data, artificial intelligence, and analytics
- Integration of digital technologies into marine industries
- Methods and Analytical Approaches
- Econometric and statistical modeling
- Input–output and computable general equilibrium (CGE) models
- System dynamics and integrated assessment models
- Geospatial analysis, GIS, and remote sensing applications