The UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) is expanding to maritime, bringing new reporting requirements and cost implications for those trading in the UK. Hear expert insights from Eirik Nyhus…
The ‘Powering the next generation of feeder vessels’ campaign combines classification, advisory and digital services to support newbuild planning, retrofit strategies and operational performance. Lloyd’s Register (LR) is responding to…
Latest MTF report provides recommendations for developing and enhancing Safety Management Systems for methanol-fuelled ships 10 July 2026 –Tokyo. The Maritime Technologies Forum (MTF) today announced the publication of new…
For floating platforms, classification shows how design, fabrication, and operation align with recognized standards. It brings transparency for investors, aligns stakeholders, and helps projects move more predictably from early units…
Korean Register (KR) successfully hosted the 21st KR European Committee (KREC) meeting on June 29, 2026, at The Grove in London, UK. The KREC brings together influential figures from Europe’s…
Energy-efficiency measures first as low-GHG fuels and technologies scale In an age of regulatory shift, geopolitical uncertainty and commercial pressure it can be difficult to keep decarbonisation efforts on track.…
Fuel for Thought: LPG – a new reportfrom Lloyd’s Register Download Report Alternative marine fuels have become increasingly important, as a response to stricter environmental regulations on emissions, driving…
Shenzhen, China, July 01, 2026 – On June 29, Shenzhen Port Group and Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Shenzhen, China. The two parties engaged in…
Go beyond verification – manage emissions with confidence Turn verified emissions data into full visibility, control and better decisions across your operations. You have seen how emissions data verification can…
“Port State Control; Progress and performance, highlights of the Paris MoU 2025”The Paris MoU has published its 2025 Annual Report, including performance lists which are available on its official website…
– Supporting Scope 3 Emissions Disclosure for shipowners and cargo owners – Tokyo – ClassNK has added the world’s first notation, ‘a‑EA (CFP) *¹,’ as a new framework to make…
An independent review by DNV confirms that Syroco’s methodology consistently estimates the fuel and time benefits delivered through the Syroco Live platform Marseille, France, 30th of June 2026. Syroco, the maritime…
Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) has successfully completed the Type Approval Certification of two indigenously built totally enclosed lifeboat models manufactured by SHM Shipcare Pvt. Ltd. Mumbai, marking a significant milestone…
Lloyd’s Register appoints Matthias Altendorf as new chair Lloyd’s Register Group and Lloyd’s Register Foundation are delighted to announce the appointment of the new chair of its boards. Matthias Altendorf…
The IMO Sub-Committee on Navigation, Communications, Search and Rescue (NCSR 13) Information for: Design offices, shipyards, suppliers, manufacturers, owners/managers, and flag states. NEED TO KNOW Finalized draft guidance to support the…
For this edition of Threat Insights, we have included our Big Picture assessment of the cyber security developments we’re seeing. As usual, we have also provided a selection of recent threat…
IMO Navigation, Communications and Search and Rescue Sub-Committee (NCSR 13) – LR Summary Report NCSR 13 was held from 22 – 26 June 2026 Download Summary Report Applicability:…
Steel coil loading often leaves vessel capacity untapped due to conservative assumptions and limited structural insight. Our latest Maritime Impact article explores how DNV’s updated Steel Load Planner addresses this…
Tokyo – ClassNK announced that it has earned authorization from the French Government (Directorate general for Maritime affairs, Fisheries and Aquaculture) to carry out surveys for French flagged vessels. With this…
Low‑GHG methane can significantly lower lifecycle emissions in LNG-capable vessels while maintaining operational continuity. Our latest article summarizes the key findings of DNV’s Methane in shipping paper, helping shipowners of LNG-capable vessels to…
During Posidonia 2026, except our live interview with ERT’s Antonis Karagiannakis, a world acclaimed journalist and former seafarer, we had witnessed some interesting interviews with fellow Chians, members as well…
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Crew annual inspection of PermanentMeans of Access on oil tankers Download Class News Applicability: Shipowners, ship operators, ship managers and ship masters. Amendments by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO)…
The global adoption of sustainable shore power is set to overcome one of its least addressed technical challenges following the launch of the newly inaugurated AEGIS (Advanced Protection for MaritimE…
Turn your emissions data into a streamlined, compliant reporting process. Managing emissions data is becoming a core part of operations. Under FuelEU Maritime, that data must be accurate, transparent, and…