Future-Proofing Ports: Innovations to Combat Marine Invasions

As global maritime trade accelerates, ports have emerged not only as economic lifelines but also as critical hotspots for biological invasions. The increasing movement of vessels facilitates the spread of nonindigenous species (NIS), primarily through hull fouling and ballast water discharge, posing significant threats to marine biodiversity [2]. The projected doubling of global port capacity by 2030 heightens these risks, underscoring the urgent need for effective biosecurity measures.