Operational Carbon Intensity Indicators (CII)

Regulations


Refer to the MEPC 76, some amendments on MARPOL annex VI and technical guidelines in relation to the operational carbon intensity indicator (CII) annual rating scheme adopted.

Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage

Machinery


The share of the transportation sector in the emission of greenhouse gases in the world is 25%, of which 2.9% is the emission of pollution related to the marine industry. The change in global laws in order to reduce the environmental impact has forced the shareholders of the marine industry to implement measures in the direction of decarburization.

Paris MOU 2021 Performance Lists

WorldWide


The Paris MoU Committee approved at its 55th meeting the 2021 inspection results and adopted new performance lists for flag States and Recognized Organizations (ROs). These lists will take effect from the 1st of July 2022. The “White, Grey and Black (WGB) List” presents the full spectrum, from quality flags to flags with a poor performance that are considered high or very high risk.

Back to The Future - Cargo Giant Cargill Turns to Sails to Cut carbon

Technology


In a new take on ancient technology, Cargill, one of the world's biggest charterers of ships, is to add state-of-the art sails to a vessel early next year to test whether wind power can cut its carbon emissions, a top company executive said.

2023 IMO Strategy on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships

IMO


Member States of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), meeting at the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 80), have adopted the 2023 IMO Strategy on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships, with enhanced targets to tackle harmful emissions.

New study reveals financial viability of ammonia-fueled ships by 2026

Technology


The Global Maritime Forum study demonstrates how the cost gap between ammonia-fueled ships and traditionally fueled vessels may be closed by 2026.