23 April, 2025 – If you are reporting on the 2025 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group (WBG) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), taking place from April 21 to 26,…
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MEPC 83 Seminar in Athens ABS is pleased to host an expert briefing on the outcomes of MEPC 83 and the strategic implications for international shipping. The event will provide…
APRIL 22, 2025CIRCULAR NO. 12/25TO MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION Dear Member: PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION (PEME) PROGRAM: NEW CLINIC IN NEW DELHI, INDIA The Club’s Managers are pleased to report the…
Good Morning Monaco Monday, April 21, 2025 HSH Prince Albert II joins emotional tribute in Germany as Monaco-backed peace foundation marks 20 years The Foundation for Post-Conflict Development celebrated its…
World Shipping Council urges constructive solutions following USTR Port Fee Announcement
Washington, April 18, 2025 — The World Shipping Council (WSC) today voiced serious concerns regarding the port fee regime announced by the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), cautioning that the measures could…
Good Morning Monaco Friday, April 18, 2025 Lecornu and Niel honoured by HSH Prince Albert II at Monaco Embassy in Paris During a special ceremony at the Monaco Embassy in…
The agreement on a framework to achieve the International Maritime Organisation’s greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets for the international shipping industry was a historic achievement for Jamaica and member States…
Piracy and armed robbery up: IMB report16 Apr 2025, WorldwideThe ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB) has revealed a rise in global piracy and armed robbery incidents in the first quarter…
The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) met for its 83rd session in person at IMO Headquarters in London (with remote participation enabled) from 7 to 11 April 2025. The meeting…
Organisation to flag at least four of its vessels in its home country 16 April, 2025, Gothenburg, Sweden – Leading tanker shipping company Stena Bulk has today confirmed its intention to register…
New edition of Drug Trafficking and Drug Abuse On Board Ship – Guidelines for Owners and Masters on Preparation, Prevention, Protection and Response
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,…
JOIN US AT THE CASPIAN WEEK FORUM 2025 Date: June 26-27, 2025Location: Baku, AzerbaijanWe are living in a time of rapid and unpredictable transformation, where technological, economic, and societal shifts are redefining…
Vergina’s TV Christina Tsorba questions John Faraclas on Tariffs, MEPC 83, Greek flag, seafarers and the Chios latest conference
Following last Friday’s interview on the above subjects – which was cut-off after a minute due to a power cut, Vergina TV’s Christina Tsorba questions John Faraclas of allaboutshipping.co.uk on…
London, UK: 15 April 2025: SEA-LNG congratulates the IMO and its delegates on reaching the agreement on a regulatory framework for GHG emissions reductions last Friday. We are pleased to see…
Steve Clayton, head of equity funds at Hargreaves Lansdown: “Futures markets were suggesting a steady start to trading in London and Europe after Asian markets rallied overnight. Sentiment was boosted…
Draft regulations will set mandatory marine fuel standard and GHG emissions pricing for shipping to address climate change. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has achieved another step towards establishing a…
Washington, D.C. – April 10, 2025 – World Shipping Council President & CEO Joe Kramek welcomes the U.S. administration’s plan to rebuild American shipbuilding through strategic public-private investment, workforce development, and…
Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown: “The White House has finally seen some sense and given a whole host of countries a 90 day pause, with reciprocal tariffs immediately…
Good Morning Monaco Thursday, April 10, 2025 Shock exits and rising stars: Monte-Carlo Masters serves drama in early rounds The 2025 Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters has delivered compelling narratives and notable…
Market report: Punishing Chinese tariffs send another jolt of deep pessimism through markets
Susannah Streeter, head of money and markets, Hargreaves Lansdown: ‘’The feared escalation of the trade war is playing out and it’s sent another jolt of deep pessimism through markets. Trump…
Monaco reaffirms commitment to anti-money laundering strategy amid ongoing FATF scrutiny
Good Morning Monaco Wednesday, April 9, 2025 Monaco reaffirms commitment to anti-money laundering strategy amid ongoing FATF scrutiny Monaco has taken a decisive step forward in its fight against financial…