Johanna Karvonen
- EU Project Coordinator
- Laurea University of Applied Sciences, Finland
Ms. Johanna Karvonen, Project Coordinator for the EU funded VIGIMARE project on surveillance of Critical Submarine Infrastructure, is currently working at Laurea University of Applied Sciences (FIN) coordinating Horizon Europe funded projects within the Civil Security for Society domain. Her expertise lies in Security research, with a primary focus on European Critical Infrastructure Resilience and Border Security in the Maritime domain. Additionally, she is involved in projects related to Hybrid Threats, Inter-authority Cooperation, and Cybersecurity. Ms. Karvonen has 15 years of experience working with international research projects in Higher Education Institutions, after receiving her degree in Political Science, specializing in EU knowledge at Åbo Akademi University.
Sessions
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Maritime & Port Sector Symposium
VIGIMARE Project: Surveillance of Critical Submarine Infrastructure
The port and maritime sector faces critical infrastructure challenges, including climate change impacts, cyberattacks, terrorist attacks and geopolitical instability, all threatening global trade, economic prosperity, national security and environmental sustainability. To protect and build resilience, the sector needs to embed climate adaptation, enhance cybersecurity measures, and foster collaboration between stakeholders. Resilient ports are crucial for economic stability and require a holistic approach.