Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI) Technical File

Regulations


The goal of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40 percent until 2030 and subsequently by another 50 percent until 2050. To achieve these targets, the "Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index" (EEXI) will come into force in June 2021 and will apply to all vessels over 400 GT under MARPOL Annex VI from 2023 onwards.

Indian Ocean Memorandum Of Understanding On The PSC

Management


The Indian Ocean Memorandum of Understanding (IOMOU) on port State control (PSC) in the Indian Ocean region was finalized on the basis of the first preparatory meeting held in India in October 1997 and the second meeting in June 1998 in South Africa. The port State control system aims to verify whether foreign flagged ships calling at a port of a State comply with applicable International Maritime Conventions.

What are the Effects of Underwater Noise Pollution?

Regulations


In the ocean, many marine mammals and other species rely on their hearing for survival. Sound is critical for communication, navigation, locating prey, avoiding predators and finding mates. Ocean noise from ships and other human activity is increasingly impacting our marine life. In this article, the effects of underwater noise pollution have been considered and some solutions will be proposed.

Emission regulations and the future of ships

Management


With the entry into force of IMO’s Carbon Intensity Indicator, future of a third of the world’s ships hangs in the air

The Engine International Air Pollution Prevention Certificate (EIAPP Certificate)

Regulations


The Engine International Air Pollution Prevention Certificate (EIAPP Certificate) plays a pivotal role in addressing Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) emissions from marine engines. This certification, governed by the NOx Technical Code, employs prescribed test cycles and measurement methods to calculate NOx emissions, emphasizing compliance with stringent environmental standards.

Proman Stena Bulk takes delivery of fourth methanol-powered tanker

WorldWide


Proman Stena Bulk, a joint venture (JV) company of Stena Bulk and Proman, has taken the delivery of its fourth methanol-fueled tanker from Guangzhou Shipyard International. Dubbed Stena Prosperous, the 49,990 deadweight tonnage (DWT) vessel will fully commercially operate on methanol.

Product Tanker Sinks in Bangladesh's Meghna River, Spilling Fuel

WorldWide


According to Maritime-Executive news agency, a tanker full of diesel has gone down in Bangladesh's Meghna river after colliding with another vessel, spilling a large quantity of fuel, according to local media.