Call For Papers 28th International Seminar (Virtual) on Maritime Progress & Sustainability by Kerala Law Academy Law College

About KLA

The Kerala Law Academy Law College (KLA), established in 1966, functions as a central institution dedicated to legal studies, legal research, and the advancement of law reforms; its standing is further bolstered by its acclaimed peer-reviewed Research Journal, which has been published continuously since 1977.

The College, which is affiliated with the University of Kerala, offers a comprehensive suite of academic programs, including five-year integrated undergraduate courses such as B.A. LL.B., B.Com. LL.B., B.B.A. LL.B., and B.Sc. I.T. LL.B., alongside the three-year unitary LL.B. course, and specialized post-graduate degrees, notably the LL.M. in Administrative Law, the LL.M. in International Law, and the M.B.L. (Master of Business Law).

About the International Seminar

The pursuit of maritime progress and enduring sustainability represents a non-negotiable prerequisite for ensuring that the burgeoning growth of global shipping, littoral development, and ocean-based economic sectors does not incur the irreversible cost of environmental degradation. Given that the world’s oceans serve as fundamental pillars supporting global commerce, sustaining diverse livelihoods, upholding critical biodiversity, and executing planetary climate regulation, the integration of sustainable maritime methodologies is paramount.

These practices are indispensable for safeguarding marine ecosystems while simultaneously facilitating robust economic prosperity. Through a deliberate strategy of harmonizing technological innovation with rigorous conservation stewardship, sovereign nations stand to realize profound, long-term advantages, notably the attainment of cleaner marine environments, enhanced navigational safety, and the establishment of resilient coastal communities. In the current global context, sustainable maritime development transcends a simple matter of importance; it constitutes an existential necessity for the viability of the planet and the enduring trajectory of the global economy.

Mode

The International seminar will be conducted entirely in online mode.

Sub Themes

1. Sustainable Maritime Development
2. Maritime Safety & Security
3. Technological Innovation in Shipping
4. Marine pollution and Marine Environment Protection
5. Maritime Law, Governance & Policy
6. Blue Economy & Ocean Prosperity
7. Seafarers’ Welfare, Training & Future Skills
8. Global Maritime Trade, Logistics & Ports
9. Sustainable Maritime Finance & Insurance Models
10. De-carbonization Pathways for Global Shipping
11. Digitalization, AI & Data Governance in Maritime Operations
12. Blue Economy & Ocean Resource Governance
13. Maritime Labour Welfare & Future Skills Development
14. Enhancing Port Resilience & Climate-Adaptive Infrastructure
15. Global Maritime Security & Anti-Piracy Frameworks
16. Marine Environmental Protection & Biodiversity Conservation
17. Innovations in Shipbuilding & Alternative Maritime Technologies
18. Maritime Law Harmonization & International Regulatory Compliance
19. Women in Maritime sector: Inclusion, Leadership & Future Opportunities
20. Block chain & Digital Documentation in Maritime Trade

Note: These Themes are not exhaustive; authors are open to work on any topic related to above-mentioned theme.

Publication Opportunity

Good research articles received would be published in Proceedings with ISBN.

Guidelines for Paper Submission

• Kindly confine yourself to the areas identifiable with the theme of the international seminar.
• The papers must be in Times New Roman, Font Size: Heading-14, Text-12 in A4 format, single line spacing, in justify not exceeding 2500 words including Title detail of the Author/s, and Footnotes.
• Authors are encouraged to use The Bluebook (20th ed.) citation format for footnoting and it should be in Times New Roman Font 10 size. Further, speaking footnotes are discouraged.
• An Abstract not exceeding 250 words shall be submitted for consideration.
• The Abstract shall contain the Synopsis of the Paper, Subtitles, Reference materials, and conclusion indicating the author’s perspective.
• The Abstract shall contain the Synopsis of the Paper, Subtitles, Reference materials, and conclusion indicating the author’s perspective.
• The Submission should be in WORD FORMAT.
• All footnotes must adhere to the 20th edition of Bluebook standards and must be styled using the footnote option in Word. Borders, underlines, or other design objects must not be included in the paper.
• References need not be mentioned at the end of a paper and must be included within footnotes.
• Precedents may be in Italics but not bold.
• All subheadings must be left aligned, in bold.
• The Papers shall be screened by a Committee. The Full Papers (2500 words) approved by the Committee shall be accepted for presentation in the Seminar. The intimation of selection will be made through E-mail.
• The final paper should contain a cover page that includes Name, Designation, Relevant
• Discipline and Year of Study, Address, e-mail ID, and Contact number. Authors are to give details in the Full Paper.
• Abstracts and papers should be written in English, the working language of the Seminar will be English, and presentations shall be done in English.
• Submissions should be made by the author who will attend the Seminar.
• Co-Authorship is allowed but limited to two co-authors.
• Only one paper per participant will be permitted. Multiple submissions will lead to disqualification.
• No part of the paper should have been published earlier nor should it be under consideration for publication. Any form of Plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification.
• The Organizers will take an earnest effort to publish the best articles selected from among those received, subject to their acceptance by reputed journals as per their criteria.
• Publishing Charges if any demanded for the proceedings to be paid by the author.

Important Dates

• Submission of Abstracts; 10^th December 2025
• Communication of Abstract Acceptance; 11^st December 2025
• Submission of Full paper; 2^nd January 2026
• Intimation of Full Paper Acceptance; 4^th January 2026
• Date of payment of Registration fee; 18^th January 2026
• International Seminar; 31^st January 2026

Registration Fees and Payment Details

Paper Presentation

• Author – 1250/-
• Co-author – 1000/- per each co-author

Seminar Participation- 250/-

Awards

All the Participants registered for Presentation and Participation will be awarded with respective certificates.

Submission Procedure

The Abstract must be mailed to 28thklainternationalseminarkla@gmail.com on or before 10^th December 2025. It must be accompanied by a cover page, stating the following: Title of the paper; Sub-Theme; Name of Author(s); Name of Institute/Organization; Official Designation; E-mail Address; Postal Address, and Contact Number.

Contact Information

Faculty Convenors

• Priya M K Assistant Professor, KLA (+919633311359)
• Dr Dakshina Saraswathy, Associate professor, KLA (+91 9744169215)
• Prajitha P G , Associate Professor, KLA (+91 7994561860)
• Devinath A ,Assistant Professor, KLA (+91 90377 94655)
• Anusree A. S. Assistant Professor, KLA (+91 8129762493)
• Manu krishna, Assistant Professor, KLA (+91 99954 00709)

 Student convenors

• Akshara D N – (+91 7510969215)
• Gayathry Gangadharan- (+91 7994013846)
• Gouri C V – (+91 8075 270 788)
• Radhika Menon (+91 85479 51070)
• Aishwarya Subramaniam (+91 73566 20623)
• Afrin M I (+91 80893 63483)
• Harikrishnan R (+91 94004 72997)

The brochure is here.