The Mediterranean Sea has been designated as an Emission Control Area for Sulphur Oxides […]
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IMO2020 fuel oil sulphur limit – cleaner air, healthier planet
Reduced limit on sulphur in marine fuel oil implemented smoothly through 2020.
On 1 January 2020, new reduced limits on sulphur in fuel oil brought about a 70% cut in total sulphur oxide emissions from shipping, ushering in a new era of cleaner air in ports and coastal areas by using less polluting fuels.
One year on, indications are that the transition has been extremely smooth, a testament to the preparations of all stakeholders...
In this decade, we’ll see more accelerated change in shipping fuels than we’ve seen in the last century. What does this heightened diversity mean for shipowners?
They must be nimbler than ever – a shift that requires work. It means “greening” supply chains, bolstering energy efficiency, nurturing more partnerships, streamlining costs, and becoming adept at green finance, says an article published in gulfnews.
All will help shipowners’ fuel portfolios adapt to the inevitable need for a greener...
According to an article published in Cyprus Shipping News, domestic shipping companies are struggling to comply with the International Maritime Organization’s...
http://mfame.guru/domestic-ship-owners-and-operators-struggle-to-meet-sulphur-cap/
According to an article published in Norton Rose Fulbright, the maritime industry is bracing itself for the rapid approach of January 1, 2020 – the day on which the sulphur limit imposed under IMO 2020 comes into effect. But who is ready for IMO 2020; and who is not?
There is a somewhat inconsistent approach to the implementation of IMO 2020 and varying degrees of readiness among port and flag states. If this is not adequately, and urgently addressed, this will result in confusion and delays...
http://mfame.guru/is-the-marine-industry-ready-to-enforce-imo-2020-rules/
Ships operated by a single line emitted ten times more sulphur oxides than all of Europe’s 260 million cars in 2017.
Global Cruise Lines’ MS Magellan violated the legislation on fuel sulphur limits in the world heritage fjords.
Denmark would deploy a large drone to check emissions from ships in its waters.
http://mfame.guru/major-hubs-missing-as-another-oil-giant-announces-2020-fuel-plans/
The Coast Guard continues to respond to a well discharging a mixture of crude oil, gas, and water near Port Sulphur, La. A Unified Command has been established consisting of the Coast Guard, Hilcorp, and the Louisiana Oil Spill Coordinator’s Office.
Approximately 1,700′ of hard boom has been deployed to contain the discharging oil, 2,000′ of absorbent boom to collect it, and 630 gals. of oily water have been recovered so far.
Assets being utilized include: