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NewsIMO net-zero shipping talks delayed until 2026
The International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) extraordinary session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC), held October 14-17, voted to delay the adoption of the draft revisions to MARPOL Annex VI including the IMO Net-Zero Framework.
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NewsIMO introduces mandatory safety regime for onboard lifting appliances from 2026
Effective January 1, 2026, the IMO’s SOLAS Regulation II-1/3-13 introduces mandatory safety requirements for onboard lifting appliances.
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NewsIMO opens RPO in Fiji
Aiming for deeper engagement with Pacific countries, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has opened a regional presence office (RPO) in Suva, Fiji.
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NewsShip recycling enters new era with Hong Kong Convention
The Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships came into force on June 26, establishing mandatory regulations to govern the way ships are recycled. BIMCO expects recycling activity to surge over the coming decade as a result.
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NewsDenholm steps up as chairman of ICS
John Denholm has been named chairman of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) following unanimous recommendation from the board of ICS, succeeding Emanuele Grimaldi from June 2026.
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NewsAllseas looks to develop nuclear technology
Allseas has developed a five-year plan to design, develop and deploy a small modular reactor (SMR) that can be integrated into offshore vessels and used onshore.
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NewsShipping pollution caps take effect in the Mediterranean
The Mediterranean Sea has officially become an emission control area (ECA) for sulphur oxides and particulate matter under the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) MARPOL Annex VI, effective May 1, 2025.
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NewsWSC endorses IMO decarbonisation plans
The World Shipping Council (WSC) has welcomed a global agreement at the International Maritime Organization (IMO), which is centred around decarbonising the shipping industry.
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NewsCourse set for industry-wide GHG pricing and fuel standards
Marine Environment Protection Committee 83 (MEPC 83) concluded with draft regulations that will set mandatory marine fuel standard and GHG emissions pricing for shipping, a first for the sector.
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NewsIMO updates guidelines to protect seafarers
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted updated guidelines to protect seafarers from unfair treatment when detained in foreign jurisdictions linked to alleged crimes committed at sea.
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NewsUK government maps out route to carbon-free shipping
The UK government has set out its measures to reach carbon-free shipping by 2050.
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NewsCarisbrooke installs first airwing ahead of sea trials
UK-based Carisbrooke Shipping has successfully installed its first AirWing wind propulsion system, which is set to undergo sea trials.
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NewsIMO opens regional presence office for MENA region in Egypt
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has opened a regional office for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region in Alexandria, Egypt.
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NewsIMO issues HKC implementation guidance
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has published provisional advice on the implementation of the Hong Kong Convention (HKC) and Basel Convention for cross-border movement of ships for recycling.
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NewsDamen delivers Europe’s first fully electric tug
Belgium’s port of Antwerp-Bruges took delivery of six RSD Tugs 2513 from Damen, including Europe’s first all-electric unit.
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NewsAmasus launches Rotra Futura
Amasus Shipping has launched its offshore wind ro-ro vessel, Rotra Futura, at Jiangsu Zhenjiang Shipyard in China.
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NewsStorrs-Fox steps down at TT Club after 40 years
Peregrine Storrs-Fox has stepped down as risk management director of international freight and logistics insurance provider TT Club and will now take on a consultancy role.
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NewsAdvances made in IMO net-zero framework for shipping
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has made progress in negotiations towards a set of binding global regulations on the IMO net-zero framework, aimed at achieving the GHG reduction objectives set out in 2023.
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NewsCIG calls on governments and IMO to report container inspection findings
The Cargo Integrity Group (CIG) is calling on national administrations to carry out and report the findings of their container inspection programmes, and for the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to continue collating and publishing the results in a publicly accessible form, to support efforts to improve safety in the carriage of goods by sea.
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NewsIMO to open regional presence office in Fiji
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is opening a regional presence office (RPO) in Suva, Fiji, to serve countries and territories in the Pacific Islands region.