| This week, the final negotiations took place in London within the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) on measures to limit emissions from seagoing vessels. There was intensive debate on both technical and economic elements in the policy proposal. |
| During these discussions, the Royal Belgian Shipowners’ Association (KBRV) advocated an independent levy on emissions as an economic element. Unfortunately, this proposal did not receive sufficient support and was not included in the... |
[Portsmouth, UK – 11 April 2025 ] – In the wake of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) 83rd session, which concluded with a narrow majority approval of the draft “IMO Net-Zero Framework,” BAR Technologies underscores the immediate viability and environmental benefits of Wind-Assisted Propulsion Systems (WAPS), particularly its WindWings® technology,...
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) succeeded today to approve the medium-term measures aimed at reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions from ships, following months of intense negotiations.
There are serious concerns about the feasibility of the targets set, especially since this agreement was passed by a narrow majority of 63 Member-States, with several countries expressing reservations.
Due to conflicting interests and...
| MEPC 83 Seminar in Athens |
| ABS is pleased to host an expert briefing on the outcomes of MEPC 83 and the strategic implications for international shipping. The event will provide a comprehensive analysis of the latest decisions from the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee with a focus on advancing decarbonization goals, evolving regulatory framework, and the broad impact on global maritime operations. Bringing together key stakeholders and industry leaders, the session aims... |
Government representatives are meeting this week to finalize the first-ever global carbon tax on ocean shipping emissions in a move that opponents say could disproportionately hit American consumers.
The initiative is being driven by the International Maritime Organization, which regulates global shipping, following a 2023 agreement that sets a goal of net-zero shipping emissions by 2050.
Members of the organization’s Marine Environment Protection Committee are gathering this week in London...
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/ocean-shipping-carbon-tax-could-gouge-us-consumers-say-opponents
Governments from across the world are gathering in London this week to thrash out a landmark global carbon charge for the shipping industry.
https://gcaptain.com/ship-carbon-charge-edges-closer-with-optimism-us-wont-derail-it/
Analysis from Lloyd’s Register’s Regulatory Affairs experts of the main outcomes from the IMO ISWG-GHG 19 meeting on mid-term GHG measures this week.
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has advanced its commitment to tackling greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, with significant developments emerging from the latest meeting of the Intersessional Working Group on GHG emissions (ISWG-GHG 19).
Meeting over two days, the Working Group considered the draft IMO Net-Zero Framework, aiming to...
24 April 2025
09.00 – 10.00 a.m. CEST or 04.00 – 05.00 p.m. CEST (UTC+2 Choose session and sign up
The MEPC 83, taking place from 7 to 11 April 2025, is a milestone meeting set to approve new regulations aimed at reducing GHG emissions from ships.
To help you stay ahead of these developments, this webinar provides a brief summary of the key discussions and decisions from MEPC 83.
The presenters are Eirik Nyhus, Director Environment and Tore Longva, Director Decarbonization, both from DNV.
If you...
Smart Maritime Council members ABS, Bureau Veritas, ClassNK, DNV and Lloyd’s Register...
The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) is implementing necessary measures to refine its merchant fleet. These actions reflect the nation’s commitment to safeguarding its reputation, backed by the strength and expertise of a leading registry with over 100 years of history.
“Our vision is to maintain a modernized fleet with younger vessels powered by cleaner energy sources. We are enforcing regulations that establish expedited procedures for deregistering non-compliant, polluting, or...