Open Access Policy

The Journal of Shipbuilding and Marine Technology (JSMT) provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports the global exchange of knowledge in shipbuilding, marine engineering, and maritime technology.

All articles published in JSMT are:

• Freely accessible online without subscription or access barriers

• Available for reading, downloading, copying, distributing, printing, and linking

• Accessible immediately upon publication

There are no embargo periods. Open access ensures that research findings are widely disseminated and accessible to researchers, practitioners, industry professionals, and the broader public.