Digital Analysis of Traffic in the Port of Split during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Numerical Study for Technical Education

10th International Scientific Conference Technics, Informatics and Education – TIE 2024, str. 315-319

АУТОР(И) / AUTHOR(S): Tatjana Stanivuk , Branko Lalić , Maja Čović , Ladislav Stazić

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DOI: 10.46793/TIE24.315S

САЖЕТАК /ABSTRACT:

The COVID-19 pandemic had a profound impact on maritime transport globally, significantly affecting the Port of Split, which saw substantial declines in both passenger and cargo traffic. This study examines data from the Split Port Authority before, during, and after the pandemic, highlighting a dramatic decrease in passenger traffic by over 50% in 2020 compared to 2019. Although there were signs of recovery in 2021 and 2022, the full extent of the pandemic’s impact remains to be fully understood. The port’s strategic location and infrastructure investments underscore its importance, yet the pandemic underscored vulnerabilities in its operations and the broader economic repercussions. Despite challenges, the return to pre-pandemic levels of activity is progressing, supported by increased vaccination and eased mobility restrictions. The findings suggest that while the port is on a path to recovery, continued efforts are necessary to ensure resilience against future disruptions.

КЉУЧНЕ РЕЧИ / KEYWORDS: 

COVID-19, maritime transport, Port of Split, numerical study, technical education

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