The 11th session of the IMO’s Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW 11) was held from 10 to 14 February 2025. HTW 11 agreed on interim generic guidelines…
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IBIA statement/ISWG-GHG 18 intervention concerning the adoption in 2025 of an economic measure by IMO as a maritime GHG emissions pricing mechanism
IBIA recognises that 2025 is a very significant year for the regulation of GHG emissions from international shipping. Respecting fully the views of all IMO Member States, IBIA wishes to…
Brief Update No 25/05 Date: 13 Feb 2025 STATEMENT This document has been approved for distribution by Sea Guardian S.G. Ltd / Operations Department. The provided Intel and information…
New initiative aims to tackle rising demands on the shipping sector while strengthening the maritime workforce. A groundbreaking initiative led by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the Kingdom of…
In November 2023 IBIA submitted a document to IMO on the carriage of biofuels for supply to a ship for use as fuel oil on board that ship. This highlighted…
The IMO’s Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response have agreed on the draft 2025 Action Plan to Address Marine Plastic Litter from Ships, with a view to its approval by…
The regulatory requirements for greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are complex. DNV has been proactive in keeping customers informed about key regulations such as the EU MRV, IMO DCS, EU ETS…
The strengthening and attractiveness of the maritime profession, the complex geopolitical developments and their impact on shipping, as well as the progress of implementing the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Strategy…
President Trump and his policies may mean short term pain for China but it may force China to make bigger reforms and ultimately lead to long term gain. The CFOs…
The Liberian Registry, the world’s largest ship registry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Frank H. Marmol as Vice President, Technical at our Miami office, effective January 2025. With…
Glander International Bunkering Develops Compliance Calculator to Address FuelEU Maritime
Leading bunker trading firm, Glander International Bunkering, has introduced a tool to help users calculate key data for compliance with FuelEU Maritime, which came into effect on January 1, 2025.…
Description: Ship owners are experiencing a demand for improved tank inspections by qualified personnel. There is a need for better control of maintenance as well as for improved documentation for…
New office will coordinate technical assistance for countries in the region in the areas of maritime safety, security and environmental sustainability. The International Maritime Organization has launched its Regional Presence…
Relevant for shipowners, managers, seafarers, maritime training institutes and flag states. The 11th session of the IMO Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction (SDC 11) took place from 13 to…
Efficiency measures must be applied to the existing fleet to meet IMO Mid-Term GHG reduction measures, says a new publication from the Maritime Emissions Reduction Centre (MERC). By enhancing efficiency, the maritime…
JANUARY 17, 2025 INDUSTRY QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE FOR SHIPPING CHARCOAL IN CONTAINERS: NEW RULES BEGINNING IN 2025 The International Group of P&I Clubs, the World Shipping Council and the TT…
Dear all, As part of our ongoing effort to enhance diversity, inclusion, and sustainability in the maritime industry, the ESG Shipping Awards is supporting the IMO-WISTA Women in Maritime Survey 2024. This vital…
Washington/London/Brussels/Singapore, Friday 17 January 2025 – The shipping industry is taking proactive steps to implement improved safety measures for transporting charcoal, ahead of mandatory IMO regulations in 2026. In response to a…
REGISTRATION OPEN: 8th Annual Capital Link Cyprus Shipping Forum – Tuesday, February 18 – Columbia Plaza, Limassol
Capital Link is hosting the 8th Annual Capital Link Cyprus Shipping Forum on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at the Columbia Plaza in Limassol, Cyprus. The Forum takes place under the Auspices…
Dark fleet, decarbonization and geopolitical pressures remain top maritime focus areas in 2025
Range of pressing issues to be addressed this year by the world’s shipping regulator. Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez has highlighted several areas high on the agenda of the International Maritime Organization…
DNV’s Maritime Academy course “Internal Auditor ISM-ISPS-MLC for shipping companies”
Internal Auditor ISM–ISPS-MLC for shipping companies DNV’s Maritime Academy Hellas is offering on 4 and 5 February 2025, a two-day workshop that introduces the different types and phases of audits and the principles for…
47 Governments and global industry jointly propose text for GHG emissions pricing mechanism for international shipping
9 January 2025, London: To achieve net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from international shipping by 2050, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has joined 47 governments in a joint submission to the…
ERT’s Antonis Karagiannakis questions John Faraclas on current Shipping and Geopolitical matters
From today’s early morning interview of John Faraclas with ERT’s Antonis Karagiannakis on the programme “KALES THALASSES” (Fair Seas), about the most important geopolitical events that affect Shipping; these include…
Reminder » Webinar, 14 January: Digitalization in shipping: Advancements in autonomy and remote operation
14 January 202509.00 – 10.00 a.m. CET or04.00 – 05.00 p.m. CET (UTC+1) Choose session and sign up Autonomous and remote-controlled shipping has been greatly supported by the rapid digitalization…
IMO Secretary-General sets his priorities for 2025 in new year message International Maritime Organization (IMO) Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez has highlighted key items on the IMO agenda for 2025. In a…