Regulations & Policy
US rejects IMO Net-Zero Framework, vows retaliation against its supporters
The United States has officially rejected the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO’s) net-zero framework, which aims to reduce global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the shipping sector, and vowed to retaliate against countries that support the framework.
HD Hyundai arms clinch ‘world’s first’ technology validation for brand-new electric propulsion system
HD Hyundai affiliates, HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI), have secured the ‘world’s first’ New Technology Qualification (NTQ) from classification society American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) for its ‘next-generation’ electric propulsion solutio
Study: Incentive gaps hindering decarbonization of Swedish short sea dry bulk fleet
Swedish cargo owners and charterers are committed to greener practices, but a lack of regulatory and economic incentives for smaller tonnage is hindering progress, according to a new study by DNV and RSI.
Industry coalitions unite to advance green shipping technologies
ZESTAs and SASHA Coalition have partnered to drive policy and industry action to develop and deploy green shipping technologies and accelerate the maritime energy transition.
‘Catastrophic’ consequences loom as Arctic black carbon emissions slip through regulatory cracks
Despite more than a decade of technical work at the International Maritime Organization (IMO), black carbon from Arctic shipping remains largely unregulated, necessitating “immediate and mandatory” action to prevent ‘disastrous’ climate impacts. In its most recent report titled “On thin ice: Why bla
Panama ends flag access for aging tankers and bulkers amid shadow fleet concerns
Panama will no longer allow the registration of oil tankers and bulk carriers older than fifteen years under its flag to improve the performance of its fleet, minimize the risk of detentions and prevent the entry of vessels associated with the so-called ‘shadow’ or ‘dark’ fleet. According to the Pan
US Coast Guard: Risk assessment now prerequisite for LNG, alternative fuel bunkering
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has proposed new guidelines to govern the transfer of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and other alternative marine fuels during bunkering operations, warning operators that no transfers may proceed without prior risk assessment. As disclosed, the CG-OES Policy Letter
BSM launches its first methanol bunkering simulator
Maritime services company Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM), in partnership with technology group Wärtsilä, has launched its first methanol bunkering simulator at Maritime Training Centre in Kochi, India.
Lloyd’s Register okays HD KSOE’s 210,000 dwt multi-fuel bulk carrier design
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has awarded approval in principle (AiP) to HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE) for its 210,000 dwt multi-fuel Newcastlemax bulk carrier design.
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European Commission vows action after concluding probe into Chinese biofuel imports
The European Commission (EC) has wrapped up its probe into suspected fraud involving Chinese biodiesel imports flagged by Germany two years ago, uncovering certain systemic flaws and vowing corrective action. Specifically, the EC said that it has unearthed some weaknesses in the way certification au
Full steam ahead for South African maritime decarbonization
South Africa is determined to decarbonize its maritime industry and has outlined plans to implement key International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations on shipping emissions and establish a national task force and action plan to drive the effort.
IMO NZF: Industry needs clarity, simplicity and detail on rewards, ICS says
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), a trade association which represents over 80% of the world merchant fleet, has urged the UN maritime regulator International Maritime Organization (IMO) to clarify issues surrounding the new Net-Zero Framework (NZF).
US lawmakers propose twin bills to tackle maritime pollution
Two United States lawmakers have introduced a pair of bills aimed at cutting down on dangerous air pollution within the maritime transport industry. As disclosed, on July 10, California-representing US Senator Alex Padilla reintroduced the Clean Shipping Act of 2025, led by House Representative Robe