Policy

The Emergence of New Regulation Necessities Amendments to the California Air Resources Board’s “Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth Regulation” have sparked a necessity for new rules. As of January 2025, tankers in certain ports are obligated to implement emission control strategies. Adjusting to these changes, the classification society DNV took up the helm for the Western States […]

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has appealed for the international community to commit to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in the shipping sector by 2050. This plea came during a critical series of talks held in London this week, where Guterres pressed for heightened decarbonization efforts. Guterres spoke about the urgency through a recorded message,

In the realm of maritime affairs, Panama has found itself under scrutiny. The Panama Maritime Authority (AMP) made public its resolution to cleanse its fleet in a bid to evade future detentions of Panama-flagged vessels in international ports. This comes as a response following the country’s addition to a global watch list, just a week

A Sustainable Voyage for Canadian Shores A significant change in Canada’s maritime regulations may have a ripple effect on the cruise ship industry. On Friday, Canada imposed a mandatory ban on cruise ships releasing sewage and contaminated water near its shores. Transport Minister Omar Alghabra announced in a statement that a series of voluntary anti-pollution

Honoring Seafarers: Unsung Heroes of Global Trade Every year, the maritime community worldwide pays tribute to the relentless efforts of seafarers, who strive day and night to provide for 90 percent of global trade. Seafaring individuals endure grueling physical conditions, extended work hours, and limited amenities, all while separated from their families. On June 25,

Taking Action for a Cleaner Future Citing the significance of bolstering Canada’s environmental standards, the government declared today that cruise ship wastewater discharge regulations have transitioned from optional to obligatory. This long-overdue decision was made to adhere to and surpass the International Maritime Organization’s recognized guidelines. “Cruise tourism must remain economically viable while also committing

The Echoes of ANCO Duke Tragedy Nearly 45 years have passed since the catastrophe on the ANCO Duke, where seven crew members tragically lost their lives at the bottom of the tank they were cleaning. Captain Dave Watkins, Deputy Director of the confidential near-miss reporting service CHIRP Maritime, recalls, “All the crew felt this terrible

The Green Partnership K+S Aktiengesellschaft, a global mining company, joins forces with shipping firm Swire Bulk to develop pioneering decarbonization solutions. This collaboration aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions within the maritime supply chain. Patrick Lieberam, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain Management at K+S, sheds light on the partnership. He emphasizes K+S’s commitment to

Strengthening Gulf Maritime Safety Saudi Arabia has declared its commitment to enhancing maritime security in the Gulf region as part of bridging the gap with its long-time adversary, Iran. Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan announced on Saturday. Back in March, Iran and Saudi Arabia reached a consensus to mend their diplomatic rift and restore

The Rising Tide of Carbon Taxation In the lead-up to next month’s Marine Environment Protection Committee meeting at the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the World Bank has become the latest prominent name to advocate a carbon tax on the shipping industry. The bank’s proposal is outlined in a recent 58-page report, indicating that such a