Responding to the announcement surrounding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz ICSSecretary General Thomas A. Kazakos said:“This development offers a cautious measure of reassurance to the global maritimecommunity and,…
Statement from Thomas A. Kazakos, Secretary General of the International Chamber of Shipping, following the announcement of the conditional ceasefire between the United States and IranThomas A. Kazakos said: “We…
compiled by Anny Zade and John Faraclas of allaboutshipping.co.uk With just over 800 participants – a figure approaching last year’s record of 842 and representing 40-plus nationalities, this year’s 31st Annual…
As a major maritime player, Belgium regularly has vessels operating in the Persian Gulf region. The Royal Belgian Shipowners’ Association (KBRV) is following the rapidly escalating situation in the Strait…
“Our foremost concern is for the wellbeing of the seafarers and civilians affected. We were deeply concerned to learn about the attacks on seafarers and the tragic loss of life.…
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) acknowledges the U.S. Government’s Maritime Action Plan and its stated position to revitalise and expand domestic shipbuilding and maritime capacity in the United States.…
27 January 2026, London – The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has released the 2025-2026 Flag State Performance Table, continuing an over 20-year practice of providing an objective, data driven assessment of…
In light of recent developments, the Tripartite participating organisations reaffirmed their support to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as the global regulator for international shipping, capable of delivering effective regulations…
International Chamber of Shipping disappointed that Member States have not been able to agreeLondon – The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) comments following the conclusion of the International Maritime Organization’s…
9 October 2025 – London: Leading international maritime associations and organisations reiterate our strong support for adoption by the world’s governments at the UN International Maritime Organization (IMO) of the “Net-Zero…
Heads of 7 shipping associations call for IMO adoption of the Net-Zero Framework (NZF) at the crucial vote in October. Anything else would be a major setback for the green…
Opening day highlights policy announcements, regional cooperation and shipowner dialogue as Cyprus reaffirms its position as a leading global maritime center. CYPRUS, Monday, October 06, 2025: The Maritime Cyprus 2025 Conference opened today…
26 September 2025. Singapore/London: Today, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS)announced the inauguration of a new ICS Representative Office in Singapore. The new ICSoffice, opened with the support of the…
As official Human Capital Management (HCM) sponsors for LISW25, Ocean Technologies Group (OTG) and Lloyd’s Register OneOcean (OO), have released details of their HCM Forum, taking place Wednesday 17 September, during the weeklong…
This speech, part of UCL’s annual guest lectures, was delivered last Wednesday noon the 30th of July by Dimitris Monioudis who is R&K’s CEO, Chairman of INTERCARGO’s very influential Technical…
In April, the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) member states took a historic step byagreeing to the Net-Zero Framework (NZF) – the world’s first global emissions price for an entireindustry. This…
26 June 2025, London: The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and European Shipowners | ECSA welcomes the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships (Hong…
Global maritime leaders reaffirm commitment to fair treatment, due process, and coordinated action to protect seafarers’ rights Seafarers detained in connection with their professional duties must be treated fairly and…
13 June, Athens – Following the conclusion of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) Annual General Meeting and Board Meeting in Athens, which was opened by The Hon. Vassilis Kikilias,…
Governments and industry reaffirm commitment to trade and global stability at high-profile Athens Summit 13 June 2025, Athens – the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy of the Hellenic…
Just before Friday’s event on International Women in Maritime Day at the IMO HQs this coming Friday, we had on the 13 May 2025 a unique event at the iconic…
a 7 May 2025, London – The Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy of the Hellenic Republic, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS)…
Wednesday 16, Geneva – The International Labour Organization (ILO) has concludedthe latest round of minimum wage negotiations for able seafarers at a meeting of theSubcommittee on Wages of Seafarers of…
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and Witherby Publishing Group have released a new edition of ‘Drug Trafficking and Drug Abuse On Board Ship – Guidelines for Owners and Masters on Preparation,…
Day/date 2025, London: Today – the Vehicle Carrier Safety Forum (VCSF) publishes its second industry good practice guidelines entitled ‘Fire Response – High Level Guidelines’. The VCSF recognises that responding…