Regulations & Policy
Analysis: Maritime insetting needs stronger fuel criteria to spur decarbonization
Voluntary insetting schemes in the maritime industry could play a pivotal role in facilitating shipping’s decarbonization during the critical pre-regulatory period, so long as they incorporate ‘robust safeguards‘ that lead to the uptake of long-term fuel options, a new analysis by UCL Energy Institu
Ship recycling sector in Türkiye faces renewed scrutiny amid recent incidents
The ship recycling industry in Türkiye has seen a wave of developments in recent months, drawing renewed scrutiny over safety practices, transparency, and environmental oversight, the Belgium-based NGO Shipbreaking Platform has shared. According to the organization, the spotlight is once again on Al
IMO and IAEA grant official status to Nuclear Energy Maritime Organization
The Nuclear Energy Maritime Organization (NEMO), an organization focusing on the practical application of new nuclear solutions in the maritime industry, has received NGO Consultative Status at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and a formal invitation to regularly participate in the Gene
New water assessment study to support green hydrogen production at Port of Pecém
RINA has been selected to conduct a water assessment study aimed at securing industrial water supply for green hydrogen production at the Pecém Industrial and Port Complex (CIPP).
EDGE and DNV join forces on 20,000 cbm liquid hydrogen carrier for European waters
EDGE Navigation and DNV have signed an agreement to jointly develop a classification framework for a 20,000 cbm ocean-going liquid hydrogen (LH2) carrier.
German push against Russian shadow fleet begins with tanker insurance checks
In a new enforcement effort that started on July 1, German authorities have begun stopping tankers passing through the country’s waters to check whether they carry valid insurance for oil spill damage. According to the German Federal Foreign Office, the measure is one of a range of initiatives spear
In a landmark move, OSPAR bans scrubber discharges in North-East Atlantic waters
A staged ban on scrubber discharges in coastal waters in the North-East Atlantic area (OSPAR region) has been approved. Believed to be “the first” regional regulation on scrubber discharges, the ban sets a precedent for other areas to follow. As informed, the ban will apply to discharges from open-l
ClassNK validates decarbonization potential of dual-fuel LPG/ammonia carrier newbuild
The Japanese classification society ClassNK has examined the operational and environmental performance of a recently delivered dual-fuel liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)/ammonia carrier, seeking to confirm whether the unit can ‘successfully’ contribute to green transition efforts. As disclosed, the soc
ILO seeks to map gaps in Pakistan’s shipbreaking sector in the wake of HKC
The International Labor Organization (ILO) has opened submissions from qualified consultants to conduct a diagnostic study of the ship recycling value chain in Pakistan. According to officials from the ILO, the study is to inform national action planning by mapping ‘key’ stakeholders, pinpointing p
TES and CPC Finland partner on large-scale e-NG project at Port of Rauma
Tree Energy Solutions (TES) and CPC Finland have established a joint company, Luoto Energia, that will develop a large-scale e-NG project at the Port of Rauma in Finland.
Global ship recycling rules go live with Hong Kong Convention
As of today, June 26, the Hong Kong International Convention for the safe and environmentally sound recycling of ships (HKC) officially enters into force. It marks a long-awaited turning point in how the world dismantles and recycles end-of-life vessels. Over two decades in the making, the conventio
Bureau Veritas classes TMS Tankers’ new 114,000 dwt eco-friendly vessel
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) has classed TMS Tankers’ latest vessel LAMU – an eco-friendly 114,000 dwt product tanker – at COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry (Yangzhou) shipyard in China.
Day of the Seafarer: The unseen struggles of workers on the frontline of change
Observed annually on June 25, the Day of the Seafarer brings the spotlight to those who keep global trade moving—quietly stitching the seams of the world’s economy from one port to the next—often under immense strain and with little recognition. This year’s campaign, “My Harassment-free ship”, led b
Global organizations unite to step up maritime electrification game
Looking to accelerate the electrification of maritime transport, four associations have formed the Global Alliance for Maritime Electrification (GAME), with an initial focus on inland, nearshore, and commercial vessels.