The International Maritime Organization and the Government of Singapore are seeking expressions of interest from countries with a "medium sized port" for a pilot project to establish a system of electronic data exchange. "The "Single Window for … [Read more...]
IMO approves draft new global C02 emissions rules for shipping
Draft amendments to the international marine pollution treaty to cut the carbon intensity of existing ships have been approved by the International Maritime Organization's Marine Environment Protection Committee. The draft amendments will now be … [Read more...]
Shipping is a vital industry and a responsible global citizen
International shipping has been a major driver of sustained economic growth over the last sixty to seventy years. The ever-increasing efficiency of international shipping has helped to boost trade which has, in turn, brought prosperity to nations and … [Read more...]
International shipping urges EU to address ship emissions via IMO
Global shipping industry bodies have expressed worries about the plan of the European Union to include the maritime sector in its Emissions Trading System. BIMCO: risk of multiple systems Shipowner body BIMCO has warned that if the European … [Read more...]
Government COVID-19 crew change policies threaten safety, imperil the environment and disrupt the flow of goods
Global manufacturers and retailers have warned that their ability to supply goods is dependent on working supply chains, which are being disrupted. About 800,000 seafarers are now adversely affected by government actions and that figure will soon … [Read more...]