ECSA’s Maritime Security Working Group recently had an exchange of views with the European Border and Coast Guard Agency in Warsaw on maritime security issues.…
Pressure is growing on the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to deliver specific commitments to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. A proposal from the International Chamber of…
The rate of global fleet growth has slowed since the start of the decade, from a peak of 8.6% in 2010 to 3.1% in 2016.…
European shipowners today published their priorities when it comes to Brexit negotiations outcome. The shipping community embodies a fundamental acquis of the EU: Free movement…
At its AGM in Istanbul, ICS has agreed to urge the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to adopt some dramatic CO2 reduction objectives – on behalf…
INTERCARGO welcomes and supports the Ballast Water Management (BWM) international initiatives and legislation, however it should be recognised that their implementation needs to be made…
Check Before Fixing is an indispensable tool used across the industry for daily chartering and shipping transactions. Since the first edition was issued more than…
Steve Esau, General Manager, SEA\LNG, explains what the GREEN4SEA Initiative Award means for the coalition. The SEA\LNG coalition was the winner of the award this year for its…
VesselsValue Deals database indicated that Greek owners have placed 35 orders for new bulkers and tankers since the start of 2017, out of a total…
Identifying organisms and microbes in ballast water, as well as monitoring port marine life where ballast water may be released, are key for countries preparing…
Under MARPOL, Special Areas and ECAs are provided with a higher level of protection than other sea areas. While a number of such areas were…
