Towards the Introduction of the Sea Traffic Management System in the Adriatic Sea

Through the theoretical background of Sea Traffic Management, this paper briefly describes this digitalization concept in the maritime sector, aiming to contribute to a safer, more environmentally sustainable, and operationally efficient sea transport. It will be followed by an overall presentation of the STM components, in terms of its basic principles, objectives, and operational concepts, and in accordance with the main EUREKA Project objectives related to the maritime area of the Adriatic Sea.