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Risk-Based Governance for Trans-Island Hub Development: A Blue Economy Framework for Sustainable Food and Service Exchange in Archipelagic Regions
Subject area: Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities · Area of research: Governance Science
Abstract
This study examines risk mitigation governance in maritime infrastructure development as a strategic input for the development of trans-island hubs supporting sustainable food systems and the exchange of goods and services in archipelagic regions. Using a qualitative meta-analysis approach, data were collected through documentary analysis of 40 scientific publications and four comparative case studies of port and airport development in Bali, Central Java, Yogyakarta, and Kulon Progo. The findings identify five interrelated strategies for sustainable hub development: (1) harmonization of sectoral regulations to integrate risk reduction into regional planning; (2) participatory and multi-stakeholder governance arrangements; (3) early risk detection supported by systematic assessment tools; (4) institutional preparedness strengthened through inter-agency coordination; and (5) adaptive, risk-oriented leadership that enhances the capacity of local service providers and communities. In addition, the study highlights the importance of a phased checklist-based approach to addressing technical, human, environmental, and institutional risks. Drawing on experiences from Java and illustrative archipelagic contexts such as South Halmahera, the study proposes a governance-oriented model for trans-island hub development aligned with blue economy principles, emphasizing resilience, inclusivity, and ecological sustainability. The findings contribute policy-relevant insights for regional governments seeking to operationalize sustainable risk mitigation in archipelagic development.
Keywords
Port Planning, Risk Mitigation, Stakeholder Participation
How to cite this paper
@article{1713986,
author = {Idham Ibty},
title = {Risk-Based Governance for Trans-Island Hub Development: A Blue Economy Framework for Sustainable Food and Service Exchange in Archipelagic Regions},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2026},
volume = {9},
number = {7},
pages = {3033-3038},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1713986.pdf},
abstract = {This study examines risk mitigation governance in maritime infrastructure development as a strategic input for the development of trans-island hubs supporting sustainable food systems and the exchange of goods and services in archipelagic regions. Using a qualitative meta-analysis approach, data were collected through documentary analysis of 40 scientific publications and four comparative case studies of port and airport development in Bali, Central Java, Yogyakarta, and Kulon Progo. The findings identify five interrelated strategies for sustainable hub development: (1) harmonization of sectoral regulations to integrate risk reduction into regional planning; (2) participatory and multi-stakeholder governance arrangements; (3) early risk detection supported by systematic assessment tools; (4) institutional preparedness strengthened through inter-agency coordination; and (5) adaptive, risk-oriented leadership that enhances the capacity of local service providers and communities. In addition, the study highlights the importance of a phased checklist-based approach to addressing technical, human, environmental, and institutional risks. Drawing on experiences from Java and illustrative archipelagic contexts such as South Halmahera, the study proposes a governance-oriented model for trans-island hub development aligned with blue economy principles, emphasizing resilience, inclusivity, and ecological sustainability. The findings contribute policy-relevant insights for regional governments seeking to operationalize sustainable risk mitigation in archipelagic development.},
keywords = {Port Planning, Risk Mitigation, Stakeholder Participation},
month = {January},
}