The rapid advancement of remote-controlled and autonomous shipping technologies is reshaping maritime operations, challenging traditional roles and skills. As digitalization transforms the industry, the need for new competencies among maritime professionals grows, impacting not only ship operators but also maritime education and training frameworks. Primary Objective (PO) of the REFRAME Project is to examine human factor challenges in remote-controlled ships, assess the impact of digitalization on maritime education and competence, identify emerging skill needs that align with the evolving demands of remote maritime operations.​

Produce research-based knowledge and policy recommendation that can contribute to societal resilience of educational challenges introduced by fast-paced digital transformation.

Enhance knowledge transfer and interaction between different industrial sectors (i.e., aviation, maritime, aquaculture)to increase the breadth of human factor knowledge in remote industrial operations.

Obtain a critical and constructive understanding regarding the broader impact of digitalisation and remote technology on professional education, subsequent recruitment and qualification.