Leveraging Radar and VTS for Enhanced Oil Spill Detection
Journal: TransNav the International Journal on Marine Navigation and Safety of Sea Transportation
Year: 2025

The Norwegian Clean Seas Association for Operating Companies (NOFO) conducted oil-on-water exercises in 2018 to evaluate new oil spill response technologies, including advanced radar systems. This study assesses radar performance based on data collected during these exercises, focusing on the potential of radar technology to enhance Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) systems. By analysing radar data from various simulated oil spill scenarios, key strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement were