On 1 January 2020, a new global cap by the IMO on sulphur content in marine fuels will come into effect. The new regulations, known…
International Maritime Organization (IMO) is an agency of the United Nations which has been formed to promote maritime safety. It was formally established by an international…
The maritime industry is bracing itself for the rapid approach of January 1, 2020 – the day on which the sulphur limit imposed under IMO…
As the travel restrictions and social distancing rules necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic continue, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has announced that its original 2020…
An analysis of available solutions for commercial vessels to comply with IMO strategy on low sulphur
The IMO’s lower sulphur limit for marine fuels effects good or bad for the shipping industries, countries and other groups. Advantages of IMO 2020 are…
The member state delegates of the IMO's Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) have formally adopted an amendment to ban the carriage of high sulfur HFO…
There were renewed calls for governments to consider seafarers’ welfare today, as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) celebrated its Day of the Seafarer.
IMO general secretary…
Communication plays a major role in the maritime industry, whether it be between crew members, officers or between two ships.
Ambiguity and confusion are the primary causes…
From 1 January 2020, the limit for sulphur in fuel oil used on board ships operating outside designated emission control areas will be reduced to…
Shipping is vital to the world supply chain. During the COVID-19 pandemic, it is crucial that all personnel involved are protected from infection, including those…