Regulations & Policy
European ports call for ‘swift’ adoption of IMO NZF
Ahead of the next International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) meeting taking place on October 14 in London, the European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) has urged IMO member states to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework.
ClassNK approves SRC’s retrofit methanol storage solution
ClassNK has granted approval in principle (AiP) to SRC Group for its Methanol Superstorage solution.
BAR Technologies and Union Maritime secure double approval for dual-fuel LNG tanker duo fitted with WAPS
UK-based shipping company Union Maritime (UML) and compatriot design and engineering firm BAR Technologies have received a green light from the Marshall Islands flag for the former company’s dual-fuel liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker duo fitted with wind propulsion systems. As disclosed, the appro
EU’s 19th sanctions wave targets Russia’s energy lifelines: LNG ban, oil cap cut, and step-up in shadow fleet purge
The European Commission’s proposal for the 19th package of sanctions not only deepens the shadow fleet sweep with 180 new vessel listings, but also tightens the energy noose on the Kremlin with a liquefied natural gas (LNG) ban, marking a turning point in the EU’s attempt to wean itself off Russian
ABP-backed collaboration wins UK government funding for green methanol project
TURBO-METH, a green methanol production technology project backed by the UK’s port operator Associated British Ports (ABP), has secured funding as part of the UK Department for Transport’s Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (CMDC) 6.
IAPH: IMO NZF adoption needed to ensure port infrastructure investments in developing countries
As International Maritime Organization (IMO) Member States are set to vote in the week of October 13 on crucial amendments to the MARPOL Convention, the Managing Director of the International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) has urged all stakeholders to support a global economic measure, war
‘Industry-first’ seafarer training frameworks for ammonia, methanol, hydrogen see the light of day
The Maritime Just Transition Task Force (MJTTF) has launched industry-first training frameworks designed to facilitate the development of programs for seafarers working on ships powered by ammonia, methanol, and hydrogen.
Anthony Veder joins Gasum’s FuelEU Maritime compliance pool
Nordic energy company Gasum has added two LNG carriers from the Dutch shipowner Anthony Veders as surplus generators to its FuelEU Maritime compliance pool.
Isle of Man becomes first flag state to join methane abatement initiative
The Isle of Man Ship Registry (IOMSR) has become the first flag state to join the Methane Abatement in Maritime Innovation Initiative (MAMII), a cross-sectoral effort aimed at eliminating methane emissions in shipping.
IMO’s Net-Zero Framework caught in crossfire ahead of pivotal adoption decision
IMO’s Net-Zero Framework mandates a new fuel standard for ships and a global pricing mechanism for emissions.
HD Hyundai’s safety solution for ammonia-fueled ships gets KR’s stamp of approval
Classification society Korean Register (KR) has granted approval in principle (AIP) for Hi-CLEARS, a safety solution for ammonia-fueled ships, developed by the affiliates of South Korean conglomerate HD Hyundai – HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) and HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (
LR forges alliance with H2C to propel maritime decarbonization
UK-based classification society Lloyd’s Register (LR) has formed a strategic partnership with H2C, the global attribute market platform for low-carbon fuels, to speed up maritime fuel switching.
All systems go for Panama Canal’s prirority passage program for dual-fuel vessels
The Panama Canal is all set to implement a new category within its transit reservation system, the NetZero Slot, designed to propel maritime decarbonization and support the canal’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
UK government to channel more than $1.49B into maritime industry growth
The United Kingdom (UK) government has decided to allocate over £1.1 billion (approximately $1.49 billion) in joint government and industry investments for the maritime sector, seeking to expand growth and boost innovation in engineering, green technology and construction sectors. Per the nation’s D