Underwater sound: the legislative battleground

Underwater noise pollution is a growing threat, but are "quiet zones" the answer?

• International noise standards: measuring and enforcing quieter seas for environmental protection.
• Challenges for sonar operations: adapting to "Noise Quiet" zones, maintaining defense capabilities.
• Opportunities for collaboration: transferring noise reduction technologies to commercial shipping.
• Standardisation efforts: ensuring fair and effective regulations across the globe.
• Classification societies and noise notations: incentivising quieter commercial vessels.