The Republic of Palau leads the way for environmental sustainability!
In his recent interview published in the newspapers “Proto Thema” & “Business Stories”, H.E. the President of the Republic of… read more
Ships to undergo CIC inspections focused on STCW compliance, Paris and Tokyo MOUs reveal
A new Concentrated Inspection Campaign (CIC) has been announced by the Paris and Tokyo MOUs (Memoranda of Understandings), specifically focusing… read more
BIMCO publishes updated greenhouse gas position statement
Tackling the barriers to transition may be the single most important issue facing the shipping industry on its path to… read more
IMO Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response (PPR 9), 4-8 April 2022 Report
Protecting the seas from garbage – mandatory garbage record books for smaller ships The Sub-Committee agreed draft amendments to MARPOL… read more
We Register New Office in Major Shipping Hub – London
London is the latest location for the Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) which has opened a new regional office in… read more
IMO calls Extraordinary Council Session
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) will hold an Extraordinary Session of its Council to address the impacts on shipping and… read more
UN agencies renew call to collaboratively support seafarers
Four United Nations agencies have issued a joint statement urging stakeholders to collaborate to prevent undue hardship to seafarers during… read more
Underwater noise reduction in focus at IMO
As thousands of commercial ships traverse the open sea each day, they are a source of underwater radiated noise. Low-frequency… read more
Supporting electronic data exchange in Nigeria’s ports
IMO is supporting the Government of Nigeria in its efforts to develop a Port Community System (PCS) for electronic data… read more
Addressing seafarers’ challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic
At its 32nd session, the IMO Assembly adopted a resolution on comprehensive action to address seafarers’ challenges during the COVID-19… read more
IMO Council to expand – amendments adopted
IMO Assembly adopted amendment to the IMO Convention The IMO Assembly has adopted amendments to the IMO Convention to expand the size of… read more
Seafarers, climate change in the spotlight at IMO 32nd Assembly
IMO Secretary-General encourages increased seafarer support and drive towards decarbonization The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Mr. Kitack… read more
BIMCO publishes EEXI Transition Clause ahead of IMO efficiency regulation
Amendments to The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) Annex VI are due to enter into… read more
INTERTANKO Members Support Net Zero Emissions by 2050 for International Shipping
INDEPENDENT TANKER OWNERS SUPPORT NET ZERO EMISSIONS BY 2050 FOR INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING The Council of Members of the International Association… read more
NAPA analysis shows EEXI would lead to a 6.6% cut in emissions, demonstrating the scale of the challenge to reach IMO goals
Data analysis on bulk carriers imagines “what if EEXI was implemented in 2019?”, and demonstrates that de-rating engines would only… read more
IMO Council sets International Day for Women in Maritime
International Day for Women in Maritime will be observed on 18 May every year The IMO Council, meeting from 8-12… read more
Bridging the gaps for maritime decarbonization
IMO-UNEP-Norway Zero-and Low-Emission Innovation Forum highlighted challenges and opportunities for decarbonization, financing, building on innovation and best practices. Collaboration and… read more
SIERRA LEONE TO IMPLEMENT IMO 2020 PENALTIES FOR NON-COMPLIANT FUEL
Enforcement, compliance and monitoring of the IMO 2020 Sulphur limit fall under Regulations to Annex VI of the International Convention… read more
Change in piracy threats in Indian Ocean prompts re-think of High Risk Area
17 August 2021: A continued downward trend in Somali piracy has prompted leading shipping organisations to reduce the geographic boundaries of… read more
World Maritime theme 2022: New technologies for greener shipping
‘New technologies for greener shipping’ has been chosen as the World Maritime theme for 2022, reflecting the need to support… read more
Day of the Seafarer 2021 explores fair future
IMO envisages what a ‘fair future for seafarers’ will look like on Day of the Seafarer 2021 The Day of… read more
Shipping community puts pressure on governments to end crew change woes
Thursday 24th June, 2021 – The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), along with members and partners, has called for governments to prioritise… read more
SHIPPING INDUSTRY URGES GOVERNMENTS TO ACT ON USD 5 BILLION DECARBONISATION FUND
The shipping industry has welcomed the growing momentum for a USD 5 billion R&D Fund for shipping, but is calling… read more
Level playing field for ships must be assured while shipping industry decarbonises
There are many initiatives within the shipping industry to develop technology for zero-carbon ships. There are also several projects outside… read more
The severe risks and repercussions off switching of the AIS
Many shipowners, operators and crews are unaware that a small security risk is not a valid reason for switching off… read more
Facilitation Committee, 45th session (FAL 45), 1-7 June (opening remarks)
OPENING REMARKS BY THE SECRETARY-GENERAL KITACK LIM AT THE OPENING OF FAL 45 1 to 7 June 2021 Excellencies, distinguished… read more
IMO encourages priority vaccination for seafarers
IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee adopts recommended actions to prioritize seafarers in national COVID-19 vaccination programmes. The Maritime Safety Committee (MSC)… read more
BIMCO, ICS, INTERCARGO AND INTERTANKO LAUNCH NEW FUEL OIL SURVEY
Following on from the industry survey conducted in the first quarter of 2020 that showed the switch to low-sulphur fuel… read more
BIMCO, ICS, INTERCARGO and INTERTANKO launch new fuel oil survey
The International Maritime Organisation’s 2020 global sulphur limit for marine fuel oil has been in force for more than a… read more
Shipping bodies call on world leaders to bring forward discussions on global market-based measures
21st April 2021. Ahead of President Biden’s Leaders’ Summit on Climate, the world’s major shipping organisations have called on world leaders to urgently examine the role of market-based measures (MBMs) to ensure… read more
NextGEN holds first meeting to push maritime decarbonization
IMO-Singapore NextGEN project aims to facilitate collaboration and information sharing across maritime decarbonization initiatives. The NextGEN project, which aims to bring together decarbonization initiatives… read more
30 countries join global initiative to tackle marine litter
Countries from across the oceans team up to tackle marine plastic litter under the ambitious GloLitter Partnerships Project. A major… read more
BIMCO, NGOS INVITE THE INDUSTRY TO HELP DEVELOP GLOBAL DIGITAL ISO STANDARDS
Digitalisation has taken on a new urgency in the light of the COVID-19 pandemic, in particular when it comes to… read more
IMO PUBLISHES GUIDELINES TO PORT STATE CONTROL FOR ON BOARD FUEL OIL SAMPLING
The 75th session of International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 75) has in November 2020 adopted amendments… read more
IMO and WISTA International launch first Women in Maritime Survey
IMO and WISTA International survey will obtain baseline data on number of women and their positions in maritime and oceans… read more
IMO symposium highlights pathways to shipping’s decarbonization
Various low- and zero-carbon marine fuels will allow shipping to meet its emissions targets, but more work is needed to… read more
Shipping industry takes new step to protect marine environments
Cleaning a ship’s submerged parts from barnacles and other growths, while the ship is in the water, can transfer invasive… read more
G20 business body chooses ICS as official partner
London, UK. 2 February 2021: The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has announced that it has been selected as a… read more
IMO2020 fuel oil sulphur limit – cleaner air, healthier planet
On 1 January 2020, new reduced limits on sulphur in fuel oil brought about a 70% cut in total sulphur… read more
BIMCO PUSH FOR MORE CROSS-INDUSTRY COLLABORATION
BIMCO has joined the Neptune Declaration on Seafarer Well-being and Crew Change, and was encouraged to see the first publication… read more
BIMCO PUBLISHES SANCTIONS CLAUSE FOR THE CONTAINER TRADE
A new time charter sanctions clause specifically designed for the container shipping sector has been published by BIMCO. The BIMCO… read more
RIGHTSHIP AND INTERCARGO ANNOUNCE IMPORTANT NEW QUALITY STANDARD FOR DRY BULK SECTOR TO BE GOVERNED BY NEW NGO
RightShip and INTERCARGO have today announced the launch of an important new quality standard for the dry bulk sector, DryBMS…. read more
ICS Launches new edition of essential Tanker Safety Guide for Chemical Cargoes
The fifth edition of the Guide provides chemical tanker operators and crew with up-to-date best practice guidance for safe and… read more
Shipping industry demands vaccine priority for seafarers amid renewed crew change struggles
The International Chamber of Shipping is leading calls for governments to put seafarers and frontline maritime shore workers at the head of the vaccine queue and to designate seafarers as… read more
Industry publishes new and improved cyber security guidelines
The version 4 of the cyber security guidelines is published at a time when shipowners and ship managers are faced… read more
Shipping welcomes IMO decision to give further consideration to $5 billion fund to accelerate decarbonisation
he world’s governments have agreed to give further consideration to the detail of the concept of an IMO-supervised, industry financed,… read more
EU Emission Trading System will inhibit global CO2 reductions
“If the EU implements a regional ETS, shipping risks getting hit by multiple emission trading systems which will make a… read more
BIMCO adopts the industry’s first ship sale and leaseback standard
Responding to the changes in the ship financing landscape, BIMCO’s Documentary Committee has adopted the new term sheet, SHIPLEASE, which… read more
New BIMCO Shipping KPI version offers improved benchmarking
As BIMCO launches Version 4 of the Shipping KPI system, users will find that new Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and… read more
ICS Leadership Insights Series delivers new perspectives for the shipping industry
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) is running a unique series of digital events which will give shipping industry leaders… read more
New protocols offer effective tools to mitigate the risks of COVID-19 onboard ships
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), along with the International Maritime Health Association (IMHA) and the International Association of Independent… read more
2021 World Maritime theme – “Seafarers: at the core of shippingʹs future”
“Seafarers: at the core of shippingʹs future” has been selected as the World Maritime theme for 2021, reflecting a clear… read more
BIMCO and ICS Prepare for New Seafarer Report
With the future of crewing high on the agenda, BIMCO and ICS are preparing for the launch of the latest… read more
Just In Time Arrival Guide issued to support smarter, more efficient shipping
A new Just In Time Arrival Guide which aims to provide both port and shipping sectors with practical guidance on how to… read more
NEW IMO GREENHOUSE GAS STUDY IS AN IMPORTANT TOOL FOR POLICY DECISIONS
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has published its 4th Greenhouse Gas (GHG) study, and BIMCO finds the results very encouraging,… read more
Ship recycling in Bangladesh leaps forward with third phase of key project signed
The third phase of an IMO-implemented project to enhance safe and environmentally sound ship recycling in Bangladesh has been given… read more
Digitalization of shipping – more important than ever
Digitalization, big data, and new technologies such as artificial intelligence are key in enabling the post-COVID recovery, IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim told a a webinar (28 July)… read more
Negligence of small minority risks setbacks to crew change progress
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has today reminded the global shipping industry that failure to adhere to crew change… read more
Piracy and armed robbery against ships in Asia
ReCAAP Information Sharing Centre (ISC) released its Half-Yearly Report 2020 (January to June). In this report they point out that 51… read more
IMO: Informal discussions focus on cutting shipping’s carbon intensity
IMO has facilitated virtual informal discussion sessions (6-10 July) on short-term greenhouse gas reduction measures for international shipping and their… read more
Bangladesh: Further progress towards greener and safer ship recycling
Good progress towards greener and safer ship recycling in Bangladesh has been reported during the annual meeting for the IMO-Norway-Bangladesh… read more
COVID-19 CAUSES PROBLEMS FOR IMPLEMENTING EU LEGISLATION
From 31 December 2020, the European Union’s Ship Recycling Regulations (EUSRR) will require ships of 500 GT and above flying… read more
South Korean New Sulphur Contral Area – 1 September
The Republic of Korea (South Korea) is the latest country to announce the designation of national sulphur emission control areas… read more
SELF-QUARANTINE IS CRUCIAL FOR CREW CHANGE IN SINGAPORE
Facilitating crew change in Singapore has been possible with various restrictions since 22 May. Since the release of the new… read more
ICS launches essential Guidance for Engine Room Safety
The design, complexity and arrangement of engine rooms across the global shipping fleet vary far more widely than for bridges,… read more
Reducing GHG emissions from ships – discussions on short-term measures
IMO remains committed to reducing GHG emissions from ships, even though the COVID-19 pandemic has led to postponements of important… read more
PANAMA EMPHASISES ITS SUPPORT FOR SEAFARERS’ RIGHTS
Following up on recently adopted measures from the Panama Maritime Authority, allowing seafarers to work for up to 17 consecutive… read more
Global shipping fleet to sound horns on 8 July to remind governments over need for urgent crew change
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) is encouraging ships around the world to sound their horns when in port at… read more
Governments must act to bring seafarers home
Governments have the power to solve a growing humanitarian crisis and must take action to bring seafarers home and allow their relief crews to join ships. “Get our hero… read more
ICS and OCIMF publish updated edition of International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals (ISGOTT)
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and The Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF), in conjunction with the International Association… read more
BIMCO publishes COVID-19 crew change clause
BIMCO has produced a COVID-19 Crew Change Clause for Time Charter Parties in response to the extraordinary circumstances faced by… read more
Ensuring maritime safety and security in the Gulf of Guinea
IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim has welcomed the latest initiatives to address the serious issue of piracy and armed robbery in… read more
Shipping and ports collaboration – beyond COVID-19
The importance of collaboration between all maritime sectors has been thrown into the spotlight during the COVID-19 pandemic and will… read more
Enhancing regional maritime security cooperation amidst the COVID-19 pandemic
IMO is continuing to support work on information sharing to boost maritime security in the Western Indian Ocean and the… read more
Act on seafarer crew changes to avert humanitarian crisis
Governments need to urgently act to ensure ships’ crew changeovers can take place to keep world trade flowing and avert a humanitarian and ship safety crisis, IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim has told Member… read more
Keep ships moving, ports open and cross-border trade flowing, urge UN entities
The world’s reliance on maritime transport makes it more important than ever to keep ships moving, ports open and cross-border… read more
BIMCO applauds Hong Kong for pragmatic approach to crew change
With the crew change deadline set out by a group of international stakeholders drawing ever closer, the administration in Hong… read more
JOINT STATEMENT IN SUPPORT OF KEEPING SHIPS MOVING, PORTS OPEN AND CROSS-BORDER TRADE FLOWING DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
8 June 2020 The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has placed the world in an unprecedented situation. To slow the spread of… read more
ICS Publications embraces digitalisation
The ever-increasing pace of digital connectivity on board ship has led to the rapid development of onboard communications. Digitalisation is… read more
Celebrating the oceans on World Oceans Day – a message from IMO Secretary General Kitack Lim
On World Oceans Day, Kitack Lim, Secretary-General, International Maritime Organization (IMO) invites a celebration of the majesty, beauty and sheer… read more
UN entities and private sector join forces to tackle invasive species and reduce emissions
A ground-breaking Global Industry Alliance (GIA) has been launched to tackle two of the most pressing environmental issues of our… read more
Singapore Maritime and Ports Authority issues guidelines for crew change
Following a significant number of enquiries related to the recent relaxation of restrictions on crew change, the Maritime and Ports… read more
Associations call for accelerating digitalisation of maritime trade and logistics
The Covid-19 crisis has painfully demonstrated the heterogeneous landscape that currently exists across ports worldwide. With the world’s attention now… read more
BIMCO postpones leadership change by one month due to Covid-19
Angus Frew, current Secretary General & CEO of BIMCO, will extend his tenure by one month until the end of… read more
Global shipping body addresses the health concerns of seafarers during the COVID-19 pandemic
Download free Coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance to help protect the health of seafarers (and passengers) as well as the general public here…. read more
UN agencies issue urgent call for action on crew changes
The heads of the maritime, labour and aviation organizations of the United Nations have issued a plea for urgent action… read more
First global standard for ship hull cleaning essential for marine ecosystems
BIMCO, the world’s largest shipping association, has moved a step closer to finishing a global set of guidelines needed to… read more
US issues guidance to address illicit shipping and sanctions evasion practices
On 14 May 2020, the U.S. Departments of State and Treasury, and the U.S. Coast Guard, issued a global advisory… read more
UN must persuade governments to adopt crew change protocols or risk ‘humanitarian disaster’
The UN Secretary General has been urged by global industrial and shipping leaders to persuade his 193 member states to… read more
BIMCO offers detailed overview of Covid-19 implementations
There is little doubt the major topic making headlines during the current phase of the pandemic is the challenges related… read more
New ASV charter party to include cap on liability
The inclusion of a liability cap is inspired by BIMCO’s standard offshore wind farm personnel transfer and support vessel charter… read more
BIMCO, Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers and Videotel partner in online education collaboration
BIMCO, the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers and Ocean Technologies Group maritime eLearning subsidiary Videotel have joined forces to provide access… read more
Major IMO-industry alliance broadens scope of action to cut ship emissions
A key IMO initiative supporting ship decarbonization – the Global Industry Alliance (GIA) to Support Low Carbon Shipping – will intensify its… read more
IMO issues COVID-19 guidance for personal protective equipment and for interactions between ship and shore-based personnel
Shipping is vital to the world supply chain. During the COVID-19 pandemic, it is crucial that all personnel involved are… read more
IMO endorses new protocols designed to lift barriers to crew changes
The need for ships to change crews and for seafarers to fly home at the end of their periods of… read more
Industry and unions set out a 12-step solution for governments to free seafarers from COVID-19 lockdown
Comprehensive ‘roadmap’ developed by a supply chain coalition led by industry and unions in cooperation with UN agencies 12-step plan… read more
BIMCO seeks participants for inventory of hazardous materials survey
In an effort to understand the situation that members are facing, BIMCO is launching a survey regarding the European Union’s… read more
Crew changeovers needed urgently to support safe flow of commerce by sea
The need for crew changeovers to take place is of the utmost urgency, IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim and shipping industry… read more
Global shipping fleet to sound horns on labour day to raise alarm over need for urgent crew change
New data finds 150,000 seafarers trapped at sea by Covid-19 / Ships in ports across the world will sound their… read more
IMO postpones further meetings due to COVID-19 but begins rescheduling plans
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has announced that meetings which were scheduled to be held in July, including the next… read more
BIMCO floating storage clause for tankers: what to cover
Under a time charter party, owners place the ship at the disposal of charterers who can then give orders and… read more
ICS and ITF call on ships to sound horns to support “unsung heroes of global trade” for International Workers’ Day
Download free Coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance to help protect the health of seafarers (and passengers) as well as the general public here…. read more
“You are not alone” – IMO Secretary-General issues impassioned personal message to seafarers
“You are not alone. You are not forgotten”. So said IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim in a moving personal message to seafarers everywhere, assuring them that IMO… read more
Customs and ports urged to maintain flow of critical goods during pandemic
Trade by sea must continue to flow to maintain the continued provision of essential goods, including vital medical supplies, during the unprecedented global situation arising from the COVID-19 pandemic…. read more
IATA and ICS: Governments must facilitate ship crew changes
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) are jointly calling on governments to take… read more
UN agencies formally cement partnership to tackle maritime litter and help deliver SDG 14
Partnerships are essential in tackling the global issue of marine plastic litter. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the Food… read more
BIMCO provides regulation overview for extension of seafarers’ certificates
In light of the preventive measures taken by ports states, making crew change and repatriation difficult, if not impossible, many… read more
IMO and port State inspection authorities set pragmatic approach to support global supply chain
The port State control (PSC) regimes which carry out inspections onboard ships to monitor and enforce compliance with international regulations… read more
New bunker alert service available for BIMCO members
The bunker samples are analysed by VPS whenever a short-term quality issue is identified in a specific port or region…. read more
IMO issues guidance for delays in newbuild vessel deliveries due to COVID-19
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has released guidance for cases when COVID-19 results in unforeseen delays in the delivery of newbuild… read more
IMO postpones further meetings due to COVID-19 (updated)
IMO has announced further meeting postponements, in the light of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. the 7th session of the Sub-Committee… read more
BIMCO grows its membership and share of world cargo fleet
“BIMCO had another successful year in 2019 with our members’ share of the global fleet increasing by one percentage point… read more
IMO Secretary-General seeks UN support over “keyworker” designation for seafarers
IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim has asked the United Nations system agencies to support IMO in its request to governments to… read more
New publication offers updated maritime security guidance for mariners operating off West Africa and the Gulf of Guinea
New publication offers updated maritime security guidance for mariners operating off West Africa and the Gulf of Guinea Industry organisations, supported… read more
Safety Warranty Prevails: US Supreme Court Rules that Owners can Rely on Absolute Warranty in Frequently Used Safe Berth Clauses
BIMCO, INTERCARGO and INTERTANKO welcome the ruling by the highest court in the United States on 30 March 2020 concluding… read more
CMA CGM completes sale of eight port terminals to Terminal Link for US$815m
CMA CGM Group has closed the first part of its agreement with China Merchants Port (CMP), with the sale of… read more
La Spezia port community comes together to handle influx of containers
The port community of La Spezia has come together to offer a number of solutions catered to face the challenge… read more
EU’s shipping consortia block exemption slammed by supply chain stakeholders
Several representatives of the European supply chain have sent a letter to the President of the European Commission, Ursula Von… read more
EU prolongs block exemption for liner shipping consortia
The European Commission has extended the controversial Consortia Block Exemption Regulation, which allows container shipping lines to operate in alliance… read more
BIMCO publishes COVID-19 guidelines for office workspaces
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak started as a locally circulating infection associated with Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market but has since developed… read more
BIMCO OFFERS FREE INFORMATION ON PORTS
The port information section on BIMCO’s website consists of information obtained through publicly available sources, intelligence provided by local members… read more
Tackling COVID-19 – a voyage together
IMO Secretary-General stresses vital need to maintain commerce by sea and protect seafarers’ welfare in face of coronavirus shut down…. read more
IMO Secretariat continues work despite COVID-19
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the IMO Secretariat continues to function effectively. The London Headquarters building has reopened following deep cleaning… read more
CORONAVIRUS – FREE BIMCO POSTERS TO HELP PROTECT SEAFARERS AND VISITORS ONBOARD SHIPS
BIMCO cannot emphasise enough that during this coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak, the safety of everyone is of paramount importance in… read more
HomeNews DeskPress Releases Covid-19 and its impact on the tanker industry
The International Association of Independent Tanker Owners (INTERTANKO) has advised its Members to take measures to assist the global efforts… read more
BIMCO GUIDANCE ON COVID-19 IMPLICATIONS FOR SHIPS’ CERTIFICATES
Overview As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, some ships are experiencing operational challenges, such as shipyards or dry docks closing down…. read more
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) – QUICK GUIDANCE
Overview BIMCO is providing members, quick and practical guidance on how to handle the COVID-19 outbreak. How you can protect… read more
Focus on information sharing to boost maritime security in Western Indian Ocean
Regional efforts to enhance maritime security are dependent on good information sharing, through multi-agency National Maritime Information Sharing Centres. An… read more
IMO EXPECTS 77% DROP IN OVERALL SOX EMISSIONS FROM SHIPS
Overview The Chairpersons of the Round Table of international shipping associations (RT) met in Rome in February to exchange their… read more
ROUND TABLE LOOKS AT INDUSTRY CHALLENGES
Overview The Chairpersons of the Round Table of international shipping associations (RT) met in Rome in February to discuss current… read more
IMO Member States declare support for “full and equal rights” for women
To mark International Women’s Day, celebrated on 8 March each year, Member States and observer delegations at an IMO sub-committee… read more
International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) issues new Coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance for shipping industry
Document produced in collaboration with international bodies; WHO, IMO, ECDC and IMHA. Thursday 5th March – The International Chamber of Shipping… read more
Are you violating sanctions?
BIMCO Article March 2020 Can you ever be certain you are not violating sanctions? As sanctions are growing in popularity… read more
Safe operation of on-shore power supply to ships
In addition to choosing cleaner, greener fuels, utilizing onshore power supply service (also known as “cold ironing”, “alternative maritime power”… read more
SHIPOWNERS AND OPERATORS COULD FACE DETENTION OF SHIPS FROM 1ST MARCH UNDER IMO RULE
Port state control authorities will begin to enforce the IMO’s Sulphur 2020 from 1st March, making it an offense for… read more
How can IMO’s Initial GHG Strategy goals be achieved?
Meeting the ambitious goals in IMO’s initial GHG strategy to cut emissions from ships will need a range of solutions, from engine… read more
BIMCO, ICS, INTERCARGO AND INTERTANKO LAUNCH SURVEY TO IDENTIFY FUEL OIL ISSUES
Overview The IMO 2020 global sulphur limit for marine fuel oil has now been in force for over one month…. read more
“INTERCARGO applauds the IMO’s intention to improve casualty investigation reporting”
Media Release – 31 January 2020 “INTERCARGO applauds the IMO’s intention to improve casualty investigation reporting” Exactly one year ago,… read more
IMO fishing vessel treaty gets a major boost at historic IMO-led Ministerial Conference
Forty-Eight States sign a public declaration to indicate their determination to bring the 2012 Cape Town Agreement on fishing vessel… read more
Sulphur 2020: stakeholders prepare for a sea change from 1 January 2020
From 1 January 2020, sulphur oxide emissions from ships will be reduced considerably under a forthcoming International Maritime Organization (IMO)… read more
EU/IMO global project drives energy efficiency in the maritime sector
A global network of maritime technology cooperation centres has completed an impressive array of pilot projects over the past three… read more
Addressing barriers to transboundary carbon capture and storage
Transboundary export of carbon dioxide (CO2) for the purpose of carbon capture and storage (or “sequestration”) can now be provisionally… read more
Addressing invasive species in ships’ ballast water treaty
Amendments enter into force Amendments to an international treaty aimed at preventing the spread of potentially invasive species in ships’… read more
BIMCO POINTS TO SHIPS’ POWER AS A MEAN TO CURB EMISSIONS
BIMCO has submitted a proposal to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to regulate propulsion power of ships in order to… read more
IMO – Supporting gender equality, empowering women – World Maritime Day 2019
On 26 September, IMO and the global maritime community celebrate the annual World Maritime Day, under the theme “Empowering Women… read more
IMO 2020 Sulphur Regulation Your Opinion Matters
Low sulphur cap survey reveals high level of commitment to comply Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) has completed a survey… read more
UAE Shipping Association becomes a full member of the International Chamber of Shipping
Marking a milestone achievement in the UAE maritime industry, today (Tuesday 24th September) saw the UAE Shipping Association (UAESA) becoming… read more
INDUSTRY’S FIRST DECOMMISSIONING CONTRACT NOW AVAILABLE FROM BIMCO
BIMCO’s new DISMANTLECON contract, the first global standard contract designed for the dismantling and removal of offshore structures in the… read more
Fourth Propulsion Revolution: ICS Reaches Beyond the Shipping Community
A packed house of delegates was confronted yesterday with the reality of powering global trade without the use of fossil… read more
Round Table leaders set their sights on the future
The Round Table leaders of the major shipping industry trade associations BIMCO, ICS, INTERCARGO and INTERTANKO met in London yesterday… read more
FIRST DRAFT GAS TANKER VOYAGE CHARTER PARTY WELL UNDERWAY
A joint project from BIMCO and the Association of Ship Brokers & Agents (U.S.A.), Inc. (ASBA) to develop a standard… read more
Marsden Point, New Zealand the highest-rated bulk terminal in BIMCOs Terminal Vetting Scheme
Marsden Point, New Zealand came out as the highest-rated bulk terminal in BIMCOs Terminal Vetting Scheme. With 161 ships from… read more
World Maritime theme for 2020: “Sustainable shipping for a sustainable planet”
“Sustainable shipping for a sustainable planet” has been selected as the World Maritime theme for 2020. This will provide an… read more
Turning the Tide – promoting gender diversity in the maritime sector
A new film from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) shows how IMO’s Women in Maritime programme is helping to support… read more
Six Months to go to the ‘Global Sulphur Cap’
With six months to go until the implementation of the ‘Global Sulphur Cap’ the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has… read more
IMO Counting down to sulphur 2020
Limiting air pollution from ships; protecting human health and the environment New requirements for ships to cut sulphur oxide emissions… read more
Shipping Industry Expresses Concern Over Recent Trade Developments
A delegation from the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), the Asian Shipowners’ Association (ASA) and the European Community Shipowners’ Associations… read more
Full details of innovative supply chain safety measures published
ICHCA International has today published a digest of entries to the 2nd TT Club Innovation in Safety Award, comprising no… read more
International Day of the Seafarer 2019: get on board with gender equality
A mandatory requirement for national governments to introduce electronic information exchange between ships and ports comes into effect from 8… read more
Tanker shipping: while we wait for 2020 to kick in, its all about politics
Demand drivers and freight rates Iran, Libya and Venezuela face export limitations because of sanctions and internal political troubles. At… read more
Shipping experts discuss decarbonisation and technology
During ABS’ event in Athens, representatives from the Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS), the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Chevron… read more
New cyber security clause from BIMCO
In the wake of recent costly cyber security incidents involving large shipping companies, cyber security has become a major focus… read more
Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) appoints Verifavia to provide IMO DCS verification services to its global fleet
Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) has signed an agreement with VERIFAVIA (UK) LTD and VERIFAVIA SARL to act as independent… read more
Same high standers no matter what the size
Yacht owners now have more of a choice when it comes to registering their vessels as Palau International Ship Registry… read more
ICS Updates Flag State Performance Table
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has published the latest update of its Flag State Performance Table, which can be… read more
UN agency pushes forward on shipping emissions reduction
IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) pushed forward with a number of measures aimed at supporting the achievement of the… read more
Palau International Ship Registry opens to the world
As the shipping world changes, so does the way we work with ship owners, managers and operators. Our new website… read more
Enhancing Maritime Safety Through Visualization
Oceans and seas cover 70 percent of the Earth’s surface. Humans use this landscape for defense, commerce, transportation, offshore drilling,… read more
Safety Management: Why Quality is important among shipping organizations
There are numerous of questions arising concerning the term “quality”. Most of these questions are focusing on what quality is… read more
Oversupply Still Major Challenge Warns ICS
Speaking in Istanbul, Simon Bennett, Deputy Secretary General of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) warned today that avoiding overcapacity… read more
The Future of Autonomous Shipping: A Talk with Lloyd’s Register on the Impact of Autonomous and Unmanned Marine Systems
7 minute read In this article you will find out: How autonomous shipping technologies could improve or disrupt the industry… read more
What Seafarers Should Do After The Vessel Receives Storm Warning?
The prime reason for which every seafarer is wished “Smooth sailing and Calm seas” before boarding a vessel is to… read more
Marine Hybrid quietly arrives … positioned to explode
Hybrid is not only here, it is growing, and with that growth it will soon reach far beyond coastal applications…. read more
Case study: Inadequate valve opening
A bulk carrier was anchored prior delivery to a shipowner. Before delivery, the shipowner requested bunker supply to the ship,… read more
Smart Maritime Council to Boost Software Compatibility
Representatives from major maritime technology companies gathered in London on Tuesday for the inaugural meeting of the Smart Maritime Council,… read more
PISR backs greater support for SMART shipping
One of the world’s fastest growing ship registries is calling for greater co-operation with regulators and a stronger support for… read more
European Marine Insurance Firms Join Forces
Italian worldwide leading broker for marine insurance Cambiaso Risso Group has signed a strategic partnership agreement with French insurance broker… read more
Palau Lines Up With BIMCO
PRESS RELEASE The world’s fastest growing ship registry has now joined more than 2,000 other maritime professionals by becoming the… read more
Palau Marks its Presence in Dubai
PRESS RELEASE Palau International Ship Registry, the world’s fastest growing flag, added yet more vessels into its fleet with the… read more
Palau comes off EU blacklist
The Republic of Palau has been officially removed from the European Union’s list of tax havens after it was included… read more
Palau loses the paper and keeps the faith
One of the first ship registries to advocate the use of electronic certification has started issuing e-certificates to its fleet…. read more
Palau flies the flag for maritime anti-corruption standards
The fight against bribery and corruption in the shipping world is being led by Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) which… read more
Palau Flies the Flag for Maritime Anti-Corruption Standards
The fight against bribery and corruption in the shipping world is being led by Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) which… read more
Palau International Ship Registry
The vessel described in the recent reports as being a “ghost” container ship with no crew or cargo near the… read more
ICHCA Vancouver seminar to explore new technologies
Cross-party event on 21 September to debate opportunities and risks of automated and digital technologies for maritime cargo safety, security,… read more
Palau on right track with ISN
Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) – the world’s fastest growing flag according to the respected Fairplay magazine in October 2017… read more
Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) appoints Verifavia to provide IMO DCS verification services to its global fleet
Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) has signed an agreement with VERIFAVIA (UK) LTD and VERIFAVIA SARL to act as… read more
SMART Ships Are The Future
SMART ships will continue to be the driving force for the new decade as technology puts the control… read more
SMARTer ships are the future of shipping
There is no turning back says CEO SMART ships will continue to be the driving force for the new decade… read more
Same high standards no matter what the size
Yacht owners now have more of a choice when it comes to registering their vessels as Palau International Ship Registry… read more
TMG flies flag for Palau International Ship Registry
Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) has expanded its global reach by linking up with a leading maritime consultancy…. read more
Comment on North Korean association: U.S. helping Pacific Island nations enforce North Korea maritime sanctions.
The recent article in NK Pro News which stated “Other countries in the region like Palau still appear to have… read more
Palau International Ship Registry Calls For More Technology
Smart shipping needs smarter support and at Posidonia 2018 Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) thinks the industry has… read more
Set sail for a new yachting season with Palau
As the European yachting season begins Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) has upgraded yacht registration with a number of custom… read more
Palau International Ship Registry Appoints Senior Principal Surveyor
Palau International Ship Registry Appoints Senior Principal Surveyor Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) takes immense pleasure in announcing… read more
Palau keeps an eye out with Pole Star
Palau keeps an eye out with Pole Star Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) the world’s fastest growing flag has… read more
Palau Registry sails into top spot
Palau International Ship Registry has become the fastest growing flag in the shipping world with an impressive 43.2% growth in… read more
Palau welcomes the future of shipping regulation
Port State Control could be about to change and move away from black, grey and white performance lists as pressure… read more
Palau Ship Registry Sees Surge in Registrations
The Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) has seen a strong increase in its fleet size as more shipowners… read more
Palau Ship Registry Reaches Panama
Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) said it has expanded its global reach into 29 countries with a total of 42… read more
Palau International Ship Registry: Smart Ships Need Smart Registries
The shipping world needs to wake up and embrace the philosophy of smart shipping because it is already here… read more
Final Voyage
Response to Journalist Date of issue 8 August 2017 Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) has taken the initiative in the… read more
New ship registries fight against a vicious cycle: Palau Registry
The Paris MoU Blacklist status is stopping the growth of new registries, is anti-competitive and has become a vicious circle… read more
Palau Ship Registry Opens New Piraeus Headquarters
The Palau International Ship Registry (PISR) has opened a new head office in one of the world’s most… read more
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