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28 Mar 2025Crashed cargo ship Solong arrives in AberdeenThe impact with the tanker Stena Immaculate in the North Sea triggered an explosion and fires.28 Mar 2025UK
IMO marks 50 years since the MARPOL Convention was adopted, Ships today must take measures on board to stop sewage, garbage and operational waste entering the sea without restriction –
World Maritime Theme 2024: "Navigating the future: safety first!"
More countries are setting their own restrictions on scrubber water discharges. Poland said it could not support an International Chamber of Shipping motion because its ‘low ambition’ meant more national discharge restrictions around the world, instead of global rules the IMO preferred
As the industry shifts towards alternative fuels in response to environmental regulations and sustainability goals, the safety risks associated with these fuels cannot be overlooked, says the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
The IMO’s Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment (SSE) has finalized prohibition of perfluoro-octane sulfonic acid (PFOS) from fire-fighting systems on board ships. (ANNEX 2 RESOLUTION MSC.532(107)
(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) The Hague-Visby Rules represent a critical juncture in maritime law, providing a standardized set of guidelines that balance the obligations and liabilities of carriers and shippers in the international carriage of
(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) The eighty third session of Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 83) was held in person from the 7th to the 11th of April 2025, with hybrid facilities allowing remote participation. The
(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) In a significant decision, the International Maritime Organization’s 83rd Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC83) has approved the creation of a new Emission Control Area (ECA) in the North-East Atlantic Ocean. This ECA
(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) Several countries are included to the USCG's Black List after that country's ports were found to have insufficient anti-terrorism measures - a move that requires US bound vessels calling there to
(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) Noise on board ships regulations aim to protect crew members from excessive noise exposure that can lead to hearing loss, fatigue, and communication difficulties, impacting both safety and well-being. The IMO
(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) The amendments to the International Code for the Safe Carriage of Grain in Bulk (Grain Code) introduce critical updates to enhance the safety and clarity of grain loading conditions for bulk carriers.

DNV research points to cyber security investment drive in the energy industry, but more action is needed to plug critical gaps

Maritime professionals warn of insufficient investment in cyber security as risks escalate in the era of connectivity

Expert viewpoint - To enable the energy transition, we must embed cyber security in “energy systems thinking”