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FACTORS INFLUENCING INTENTION TO JOIN MARITIME INDUSTRY AMONG FEMALE MARITIME STUDENTS IN MALAYSIA
No full textFemale students have always had a hardworking and valiant character, with high self-confidence and a powerful spirit in the university culture. The fact that there is a global gender bias in the workforce in various industries, including maritime industries cannot be denied. However, the increase in the number of female students attending maritime programmes in the universities and colleges in Malaysia, shows that the younger generation nowadays is becoming more aware of the changing perceptions of women at sea. Even though the SOR theory was highly used to predict individual future behaviour in various contexts, however, there are lack of literature employing the S-O-R theory in the maritime context's studies. Thus, to fill these gaps, by adopting the S-O-R theory, this study attempts to identify what are the factors influencing the intention to join the maritime industry among female students who studying maritime-related courses in higher institutions in Malaysia. Employing a purposive sampling method, the link to the questionnaire was distributed online, and a total of 302 respondents were gathered. The analysis with structural equation modelling with Smart PLS found that career reputation and salary expectation have a positive relationship with job image and personnel interest, and job image and personnel interest have a positive influence on intention to join the maritime industry. The findings of the study will provide insightful information which is useful for the higher institutions and employers in the maritime industry to craft better policy and recruitment strategies to attract and increase the participation of women in the maritime industry
ISOLATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF FUNGI ASSOCIATED WITH BODY AND EGG FROM DISEASED AFRICAN CATFISH, Clarias gariepinus
No full textAfrican catfish (Clarias gariepinus) are in high demand in the Malaysian market. However, these species are known to be easily infected with diseases such as fungi, which can cause mortality and economic losses. In addition, fungal infection in fish eggs can reduce their production. The objective of this study was to isolate and identify fungi from infected African catfish and their eggs. Symptoms include a swollen lesion, irregular swimming, darker discoloration, and screening of pathogenic fungi. Isolations, identifications, and extracellular enzymatic assays were performed for the isolated fungi. Potato dextrose agar was used as isolation medium for isolating fungi on African catfish and their eggs. Fungi were identified by macroscopic observation of growth morphology and their structure, followed by microscopic observation after staining with lactophenol cotton blue to observe hyphae. From the result, three fungi were isolated and identified as Mucor sp. (2n) and Trichoderma sp. (1n). All isolated fungi were also analyzed for extracellular enzymes such as proteases, amylases, and lipases to test their ability to produce them as pathogenic fungi. Trichoderma sp. showed positive results in all tests. However, one strain of Mucor sp. reacted positively to the amylase and lipase test, while the other strain of the same species showed no reaction, indicating a negative result. In conclusion, the isolated fungi have virulent properties and can cause mortality if the body and eggs are infected. Therefore, fish farms need comprehensive health management to prevent the spread of fungal disease
NAVIGATION CHANNEL WIDTH CALCULATIONS FOR MALAYSIA'S DRAWBRIDGE BASED ON THE PIANC METHOD
No full textThis study concerns the risks of navigation of the marine traffic channel for the first Malaysian iconic Terengganu Drawbridge in Duyong Island, Terengganu. According to the Permanent International Association of Navigation Congresses (PIANC) (2014), insufficient navigation widths can lead to increased risk of navigation. In maritime logistics, everything has an element of hazard and risk, thus safety is very important when working in the maritime industry. The objective of this study is to calculate the safest width of a navigation channel which could assist in mitigating the risks and help to prevent a major accident. The methodology used by this study to calculate the width of the navigation channel uses formulas advocated by the PIANC harbour approach channels design guidelines report no 121-2014. The results of the calculations will then be compared to the width of the existing channel. The factors that are included in this calculation formula include vessel designs that regularly navigate the area, wind, and current speeds, and tidal heights. Based on the study findings, the total width required for the safe navigation of the drawbridge channel calculated using the PIANC calculation method is 37 meters. The existing navigation channel is only 25 meters which is a difference of 12 meters. This study however found that the existing channel is still safe for marine navigation even with the smaller width. Due to other factors including the frequency
EXAMINING PORT CITY DEVELOPMENT AS A STRATEGY TO ATTRACT CRUISE VISITORS
No full textThe expansion of urban development and commercial centers within the geographical boundaries of ports and cities has significantly contributed to the growth of national income. However, maritime-based countries face the challenge of staying competitive in the dynamic port-city landscape. To address these issues, this paper employs a bibliometric approach to review existing literature on port-cities, identifies challenges faced by port-cities as cruise visitor attractions, and proposes a new framework for their sustainable future in the maritime cruise industry. By analysing 73 journal articles through VoS Viewer and employing content analysis with NVivo 12 software, the paper presents a problem-solving guideline framework that can aid nations in tackling major challenges related to port-city development and cruise tourism
FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE A CONTAINER TERMINAL COMPETITIVENESS FROM THE SHIPPING LINES’ PERSPECTIVE: A CASE OF CONAKRY CONTAINER TERMINAL
No full textAs technology improved, proximity to markets and raw materials emerged as the elements that, above all else, shaped the global economy. The importance of seaports in the global supply chain means that a nation's ability to compete internationally is impacted by port efficiency. Despite the current increase in interest in the African continent on a global scale. The trade and business opportunities abounding throughout the continent provide great potential for all African countries. However, this fact is contradicted by inadequate transportation infrastructure, particularly in the maritime sector. This study investigates the factors that influence a container terminal’s competitiveness in Guinea-Conakry from the shipping lines’ perspectives. With the aid of the literature concerning seaport competitiveness, five (5) major influential factors were identified, which then helped to develop this study’s conceptual framework to answer the research questions. Multiple regression analysis was employed to compute the data collected from our survey respondents. The findings indicate that terminal efficiency and the quality of services are the most important factors in selecting a container terminal, followed by port charges, hinterland connections, and port location
COMMON GENUS OF BENTHIC DIATOMS ON THE SEAFLOOR OF THE SOUTHERN SOUTH CHINA SEA, PENINSULAR MALAYSIA - A PRELIMINARY SURVEY
No full textThis study was conducted to determine the diversity of benthic diatom, which is the most ubiquitous group of the microphytobenthos (MPB) collected on the seafloor of the southern South China Sea along the Peninsular coastal waters during a research expedition in March 2019. Triplicates samples were collected from six stations (E1 to E6), and a total of 968 cells representing 17 species of benthic diatoms were identified and recorded. The highest species richness was recorded at E1 with 16 species, and the least number of species was found at E6 with 9 species recorded. The highest density was recorded at E3 with 30 cells cm-2 and the lowest density was found at E6 with only 3 cells cm-2. Coscinodiscus sp. was the most abundant reported species. Although only preliminary, this study provides an essential baseline data especially due to limited information available on the diversity and richness of benthic diatom in the coastal waters of the South China Sea
PENGARUH GAYA ASUHAN KEIBUBAPAAN DAN KECERDASAN EMOSI TERHADAP EFIKASI KENDIRI KERJAYA REMAJA
No full textKajian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji hubungan antara gaya asuhan ibu bapa dan kecerdasan emosi ke atas efikasi kendiri kerjaya serta faktor peramal kepada efikasi kendiri kerjaya remaja. Seramai 335 orang pelajar Tingkatan Enam Bawah di Negeri Terengganu terlibat dalam kajian ini yang dipilih secara persampelan bertujuan. Kajian ini dijalankan secara kaedah tinjauan dengan menggunakan tiga set soal selidik. Data kajian dianalisis secara deskriptif menggunakan min dan peratusan manakala analisis inferensi menggunakan kolerasi dan regresi. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan terdapat hubungan positif yang signifikan antara gaya asuhan ibu bapa dan kecerdasan emosi dengan efikasi kendiri kerjaya remaja. Analisis regresi pula menunjukkan gaya asuhan ibu bapa (autoritarian, autoritatif dan permisif) dan kecerdasan emosi merupakan faktor penyumbang terhadap efikasi kendiri kerjaya remaja. Implikasi praktikal kajian ini adalah amalan gaya asuhan ibu bapa dan kecerdasan emosi adalah penting dan perlu dipertingkatkan untuk membantu meningkatkan efikasi kendiri kerjaya remaja. Implikasi teoritikal pula, dapatan kajian ini memantapkan lagi andaian teori dimana gaya asuhan dan kecerdasan emosi memberi kesan terhadap efikasi kendiri kerjaya remaj
THE MARITIME GOVERNANCE CONCEPT IN THE CONTEXT OF ANTI-CORRUPTION, LOGISTICS CYBER SECURITY AND NATIONAL CUSTOMS TRANSIT SYSTEM'S ISSUES AND CHALLENGES IN MALAYSIA
No full textMaritime governance is an elusive and formidable concept to define and operationalise since its meanings, interpretations, processes and procedures differ according to the approach, configuration, context, goal, form, level and scope used. The transboundary and complex nature of contemporary maritime environments signify the existence of increasingly complicated systems and forms of maritime governance. Hence the concept of maritime governance must be non-exhaustive, fluid and encompassing so as to be able to illustrate its applicability in different maritime sectors. The problem is that the above gives rise to confusion and misinterpretation of the elasticity of the concept; especially when it attempts to be “interactive, inclusive and integrative” while being contextually exclusive at the same time. The objective of this preliminary study is to illustrate the dichotomy of the concept of maritime governance in the context of anti-corruption, logistics cyber security and national customs transit system by focusing on their respective issues and challenges. A systematic literature review of the operations of the maritime governance concept in maritime anti-corruption, logistics cyber security, and national customs transit system systems of governance has been conducted. Relevant secondary data from official websites, publications, reports, national data sets and legal frameworks have been reviewed and thematically analysed. Findings reveal that the dichotomy of the maritime governance concept arise because of the compositions, operations, frameworks, as well as issues and challenges that are faced in these three areas. Hence it is recommended that more in-depth studies be conducted to illustrate whether the findings are applicable to other maritime sectors
TECHNICAL EFFICIENCY OF OFFSHORE SUPPLY VESSEL ACCIDENT: A PARAMETRIC APPROACH
No full textThis study intended to measure accident rates based on human element since major accidents has led to large number of fatalities in shipping industry. For that purpose, Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) is applied to test both cross sectional and panel data for each Decision-Making Unit (DMU). Additionally, this study used DEA-CCR model as well as variable method and the return to scale method (RTS) to provide a more comprehensive outcome. From the result, it is found that 5 vessels are efficiently operated, while 30 vessels are under-efficient. As a consequence, these 30 vessels need to revise their SOP on safety and current policies to boost their safety performance and awareness. Only from that, the vessels could reduce the occurrence of accident and able to operate efficiently and systematically
SYNTHESIS, CHARACTERIZATION OF COPPER(II) COMPLEX WITH TETRADENTATE N2O2 AND POTENTIAL CONTRIBUTION AS PROMISING ANTIBACTERIAL STUDIES
No full textA square planar Schiff base complex, Cu(H2L) namely N,N’-bis(4-methyl-α-salicylidene) propane-1,3-diaminecopper(II) through the condensation reaction of ligand with copper(II) acetate in the molar ratio of 1:1 in acetonitrile solvent was successfully synthesized. The obtained complex was characterized using elemental analysis of carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen (CHN), Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and electronic spectra of ultraviolet-visible (UV-vis) spectroscopy. FTIR confirmed the coordinates the metal ion to form mononuclear complex via tetradentate (ONNO) atoms of the phenolic group and azomethine group, respectively. The antibacterial studies of H2L and its Cu(H2L) were determined by screening the compounds against selected various Gram (+) and Gram (-) bacterial strains such as Staphylococcus epidermidis, Bacillus subtilis, Staphylococcus aureus, Vibrio cholera, Enterobacter cloacae, and Escherichia coli. Indeed, preliminary results exhibited Cu(H2L) more active than the free ligand and displayed promising antibacterial activity, while no effect has been observed on strains for H2L