Categoría: Regulations

IMO’s Historic Emission Control Initiative: new North-East Atlantic Ocean Emission Control Area (ECA)

In a significant decision, the International Maritime Organization’s 83rd Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC83) has approved the creation of a new Emission Control Area (ECA) in the North-East Atlantic Ocean. This ECA introduces stricter regulations on emissions from ships, with considerable benefits for both environmental protection and public health. It will be the world’s largest ECA to date.

European Shipping Summit Brussels

Secretary General of International Ship Engineering Service (ISES) Association will be part of the European Shipping Summit in Brussels organized by the European Shipowners Association (ECSA) on the 19th & 18th of March.

Software for Satellites Market Analysis and Forecasts, 2024-2034

The software for satellite market is experiencing significant growth, driven by several key factors such as the increasing demand for satellite-based services, advancements in satellite technology, the rise of commercial space exploration, and the growing need for real-time data analysis and satellite management solutions.

European Maritime Transport Environmental Report 2025

This second edition of the European Maritime Transport Environmental Report (EMTER 2025) examines the progress made towards achieving Europe′s decarbonisation targets and environmental goals for the maritime sector while indicating the most important trends, key challenges, and opportunities.

IMO UPDATE IMO Maritime Safety Committee (MSC 109) – LR Summary Report

Key issues that MSC is considering at the moment include the development of a safety regulatory framework supporting the reduction of GHG using alternative fuels and new technologies, and developing a Code for maritime autonomous ships.

Container Market Forecaster: Navigate the Latest Market Trends

Region-wise, North America recorded the largest spike in average container prices (40 ft high cube cargo-worthy), with a 20% increase over the past 90 days.
In contrast, prices in China remained stable, showing no significant hikes.

Navigating MARPOL Annex VI: Key Updates on Fuel Data Collection and SEEMP Compliance

On 1 August 2025, amendments to MARPOL Annex VI Appendix IX will take effect, requiring ships to report additional fuel oil consumption data, including breakdowns by consumer type, non-underway usage, and innovative technologies. Adopted through IMO Resolution MEPC.385(81), these changes aim to enhance environmental accountability and efficiency.

IMO study on the effectiveness and implementation of the ISM Code

Quality standards, safety management, the human element and safety culture all have a high profile within the maritime industry and feature prominently in the work of IMO aimed at improving performance by focusing on people

MARITIME FORECAST TO 2050

Maritime Forecast to 2050 is one out of DNV’s suite of Energy Transition Outlook reports. This latest edition provides an independent outlook of the technologies and fuels of shipping’s energy future.

On Day of the Seafarer, IMO Emphasizes Safety and Security

Each year on June 25, the global maritime community pauses to celebrate seafarers, who deliver 90 percent of all international trade. Seafarers work around the clock in a challenging industrial environment, and they leave their families for up to a year at a time in pursuit of their career.