International Chamber of Shipping (ICS)

International Chamber of Shipping unveils plans for zero emissions

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has presented plans to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), detailing urgent measures which governments must take to help the shipping industry achieve zero carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by 2050.

Just one month after the shipping industry’s COP26 decarbonisation conference ‘Shaping the Future of Shipping’, ICS, which represents 80% of the global shipping industry, is pushing governments to double the ambition of the IMO’s current target to...

https://container-news.com/international-chamber-of-shipping-unveils-plans-for-zero-emissions/

Piracy downtrend leads to High-Risk Areas adjustments in Indian Ocean

Shipping and oil organisations have agreed to reduce the geographic boundaries of the “High-Risk Area” (HRA) for piracy in the Indian Ocean due to a continued downward trend in Somali piracy.

In particular, the changes agreed by Baltic and International Maritime Council (BIMCO), International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO), International Association of Independent Tanker Owners (INTERTANKO), and Oil Companies International Marine Forum...

https://container-news.com/piracy-downtrend-leads-to-high-risk-areas-adjustments-in-indian-ocean/

BIMCO/ICS Seafarer Workforce Report predicts serious seafarer shortage

The world’s largest direct-membership organisation for shipowners, Baltic and International Maritime Council (BIMCO), and the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) have launched the new Seafarer Workforce Report that warns of a serious officer shortage by 2026.

While the demand for STCW (International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers) certified officers is constantly been increased, there will be a need for an additional 89,510 officers by 2026...

https://container-news.com/bimco-ics-seafarer-workforce-report-predicts-serious-seafarer-shortage/

Declining Maritime R&D To Jeopardise Decarbonisation Plans

  • The ICS has warned that without decisive government signals declining levels of Maritime research and development could jeopardise industry’s ability to decarbonise.
  • According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), Maritime’s research and development (R&D) spending between 2007-2019 remained stagnant.
  • It is lagging far behind that of other sectors.
  • ICS along with other shipping bodies have already called on world leaders to bring forward discussions on global market-based measures.

A recent...

https://mfame.guru/declining-maritime-rd-to-jeopardise-decarbonisation-plans/

European Union and 2030 Climate Target for Shipping

  • The European Commission announces an increased climate target for 2030.
  • It aims at extending  the EU’s Emission Trading System (EU ETS) to the shipping sector.
  • ECSA is publishing a joint study with the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) concerning emissions and alternative market based measures.

A recent news article published in the ECSA says that ECSA publishes study on implications of EU ETS for shipping.

Emission Trading System (EU ETS)

Emission Trading System (EU ETS) to the shipping...

https://mfame.guru/european-union-and-2030-climate-target-for-shipping/

Guidance for Vaccinating Seafarers Released

  • The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and North American Maritime Ministry Association (NAMMA) have recently updated guidance in regard to vaccination of seafarers.
  • The ICS has published COVID-19 Roadmap for Vaccination of International Seafarers.
  • It sets forth a framework to establish vaccination hubs dedicated to seafarers across the world, alongside other major maritime non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
  • The roadmap sets out procedures for a program that can be implemented by all...

https://mfame.guru/guidance-for-vaccinating-seafarers-released/

Fears grow that stranded crew numbers will return to 2020 levels

Eleven industry figures shared their concerns that Covid-19 variants could see crew numbers trapped on board ships beyond the end of their contracts soar to peak levels seen in September 2020 when around 400,000 crew were unable to be repatriated.

As a result the UN leaders and others have developed a Human Rights Due Diligence Tool that will see those operating within the supply chain, but particularly owners and charterers, will be able to make sure individual seafarers rights and the...

https://container-news.com/fears-grow-that-stranded-crew-numbers-will-return-to-2020-levels/

Panama Canal fees increase postponed for June

The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has announced that it will postpone price increases on canal transit fees which were due to come into effect today, 15 April.

The decision follows a joint letter sent by the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), Asian Shipowners’ Association (ASA), and European Community Shipowners’ Association (ECSA), expressing concerns over the speed of price increases that were expected to begin from mid-April.

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No Access To Vaccine for Seafarers To Affect Global Supply Chain

  • The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has warned that lack of access to vaccinations for seafarers is placing shipping in a ‘legal minefield’.
  • This will as well leave the global supply chains vulnerable.
  • ICS highlights concerns that vaccinations could soon become a compulsory requirement for work at sea.
  • This is because of reports that some states are insisting all crew be vaccinated as a pre-condition of entering their ports.

A recent news article published in the ICS website reveals...

https://mfame.guru/no-access-to-vaccine-for-seafarers-to-affect-global-supply-chain/

Digitalisation: An arrow in shipping’s quiver or hackers’ ace in the hole?

Digitalisation in the maritime sector remains a double-edged sword, because while technology and digital tools support the supply chain significantly, these same tools have opened new vulnerabilities.

Competition in the digital arena is the reflex response from the shipping sector designed to compete at every level. The industry, however, must relearn its reactions to develop a collaborative mind-set when developing cyber systems, particularly where cybersecurity is concerned.

Increased...

https://container-news.com/digitalisation-an-arrow-in-shippings-quiver-or-hackers-ace-in-the-hole/

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