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Researchers analyzed CO₂ levels, temperature, and humidity in various ship areas - including buffets, gyms, bars, theaters, and cabins - to assess infection risks. ![](https://check-up.it/hs-fs/hubfs/Air%20quality%20monitoring%20in%20cruise%20ships_.png?width=2000&name=Air%20quality%20monitoring%20in%20cruise%20ships_.png) These are some key takeaways: **Low Risk in Certain Areas**: spaces where passengers talk at normal volume showed a minimal chance of airborne transmission. **High-Risk Zones**: the gym (17.2%) and pub (15.8%) had higher transmission probabilities, though limited time spent there reduced the actual risk to 5-7%. Sharing a cabin with an infected person? Risk skyrockets to **90%**. **Ventilation Adjustments Needed**: dining areas and pubs require more fresh air, while theaters and cabins might be over-ventilated. Smart CO₂ sensors could help optimize airflow. **Bottom line?** Cruise ships must rethink their HVAC systems to balance passenger comfort and disease prevention. Real-time air monitoring could be a game-changer for the industry. --- **HOW CAN WE HELP?** For over 30 years, [**Check Up**](https://www.check-up.it/?hsLang=en) has been developing advanced electronic solutions and specializing in customized real-time monitoring systems for various air quality parameters, including Radon level. The company also offers energy-independent devices that do not require complex wiring or frequent battery replacements for power supply. 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Here the link to the research **Monitoring of indoor air quality at a large sailing cruise ship to assess ventilation performance and disease transmission risk**: [https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.178286](https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.178286) --- ## Related news ![](https://check-up.it/hubfs/SmartCityURBINFO_checkup.png) Urbinfo - "Urban Data Infosphere" ![](https://check-up.it/hubfs/Calibration%20Maintenance%20Longevity_ImmagineEvidenza.jpg) Calibration, Maintenance, and Sensor Longevity: Why Good Design Alone Isn’t Enough ![](https://check-up.it/hubfs/Agricolture%204.0.jpg) The evolution of Sensing Technology in AGRICULTURE 4.0 ![](https://check-up.it/hubfs/SmartCityURBINFO_checkup.png) Urbinfo - "Urban Data Infosphere" ![](https://check-up.it/hubfs/Calibration%20Maintenance%20Longevity_ImmagineEvidenza.jpg) Calibration, Maintenance, and Sensor Longevity: Why Good Design Alone Isn’t Enough ![](https://check-up.it/hubfs/Agricolture%204.0.jpg) The evolution of Sensing Technology in AGRICULTURE 4.0 ![logo checkup](https://check-up.it/hs-fs/hubfs/logo%20checkup.png?width=1500&name=logo%20checkup.png) Fill out the form to contact us and ask how **checkup** can help you realize your projects. --- **Check Up S.r.l.** Share capital 119.000 i.v. 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