5th European Workshop on Maritime Systems Resilience and Security (MARESEC 2025)

The European Workshop on Maritime Systems Resilience and Security (MARESEC) is committed to advancing the exchange of the latest research results, technological developments, and innovative concepts among stakeholders from academia, research institutions, industry, and public authorities. The workshop provides a forum for presenting and discussing approaches to enhance the resilience, safety, and security of maritime systems, addressing both technological and societal dimensions. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, cybersecurity, autonomous systems, digital twins, underwater technologies, and the ethical, legal, and social aspects of maritime innovation. The fifth edition of MARESEC was held on 21–22 May 2025 in Rostock, Germany, hosted by the University of Rostock as a hybrid event. A total of 102 participants attended, comprising 86 on-site and 16 remote attendees. The program featured 32 presentations, with 26 delivered on-site and 6 presented remotely. Participants represented universities, research institutions, industry, and other sectors, with strong international representation from Germany, other European countries, and beyond.