Maritime activities, including commercial fishing, recreational boating, and industrial shipping, pose inherent risks to human safety. In response, governments have established a comprehensive framework of domestic regulations aimed at minimizing these risks. For example, the United States Coast Guard enforces safety standards for vessels and operators, mandates the use of life-saving equipment, and oversees pollution control measures to protect the marine environment and human health (U.S. Coast Guard, 2023). Similarly, the European Union's Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA)contributes significantly to improving maritime safety standards, monitoring shipping operations, and preventing pollution from ships within EU waters (European Maritime Safety Agency, 2023). To expand this section Regulations governing vessels could refer to various contexts, such as maritime law, environmental regulations, or safety standards. I'll provide a brief overview of each