COVID-19 CAUSES PROBLEMS FOR IMPLEMENTING EU LEGISLATION
From 31 December 2020, the European Union’s Ship Recycling Regulations (EUSRR) will require ships of 500 GT and above flying… read more
South Korean New Sulphur Contral Area – 1 September
The Republic of Korea (South Korea) is the latest country to announce the designation of national sulphur emission control areas… read more
SELF-QUARANTINE IS CRUCIAL FOR CREW CHANGE IN SINGAPORE
Facilitating crew change in Singapore has been possible with various restrictions since 22 May. Since the release of the new… read more
ICS launches essential Guidance for Engine Room Safety
The design, complexity and arrangement of engine rooms across the global shipping fleet vary far more widely than for bridges,… read more
Reducing GHG emissions from ships – discussions on short-term measures
IMO remains committed to reducing GHG emissions from ships, even though the COVID-19 pandemic has led to postponements of important… read more
PANAMA EMPHASISES ITS SUPPORT FOR SEAFARERS’ RIGHTS
Following up on recently adopted measures from the Panama Maritime Authority, allowing seafarers to work for up to 17 consecutive… read more
Global shipping fleet to sound horns on 8 July to remind governments over need for urgent crew change
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) is encouraging ships around the world to sound their horns when in port at… read more
Governments must act to bring seafarers home
Governments have the power to solve a growing humanitarian crisis and must take action to bring seafarers home and allow their relief crews to join ships. “Get our hero… read more
ICS and OCIMF publish updated edition of International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals (ISGOTT)
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and The Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF), in conjunction with the International Association… read more
BIMCO publishes COVID-19 crew change clause
BIMCO has produced a COVID-19 Crew Change Clause for Time Charter Parties in response to the extraordinary circumstances faced by… read more
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