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The Port of Singapore has cemented its position as a key maritime hub, leading the charge on decarbonisation, digitalisation and supply chain resilience. Kenneth Lim, Assistant CEO, Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) tells ICS about the factors contributing to its ongoing success.
Employers (IMEC), shipowners (ICS) and unions (ITF) unite to bring a seafarer summit in Manila on 26 June 2023 following the Day of the Seafarer. The summit aims to highlight the elements required for a successful transformation of seafarers’ roles to meet the needs of shipping in the future. The Philippines continue to show leadership in matters relating to seafarers as host country to one of the most relevant summits this year, focusing on the requirements for seafarers in 2050
Bangladesh is one of the principal ship recyclers in the world and key to leading the way for safe and sustainable ship recycling practices by ratifying the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships (Hong Kong Convention). The Hong Kong Convention aims to ensure that ships when being recycled after reaching the end of their operational lives, do not pose any unnecessary risk to human health and safety or the environment. Ship recycling will be of significant importance in meeting net zero emissions by 2050 as the existing fleet is decommissioned in coming years to be replaced by net zero vessels.
More than 250 delegates from maritime, NGOs, governments and international organisations met to discuss the opportunities and challenges facing the seafarer workforce
Demand for shipping is benefiting from a global trend in international relations where nations increase trade with allies, a shift known as friend-shoring.
Under-Secretary-General for Policy at the United Nations, and former Director-General of the International Labour Organization, Guy Ryder, shares his thoughts on accelerating the SDGs, combating climate change, negotiating labour conflicts and sustainability in businesses.
The wind required by shipping to produce its renewable fuels could be hampered after a new report revealed that supply chain issues and turbine operations were major challenges to wind production.
Incoming IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez speaks to ICS Leadership Insights about his vision for a more outwardly-facing industry and regulator – and how that can help steer shipping through a period of dramatic change.
The impact of Houthi attacks on vessels in the Gulf of Aden and Red Sea have combined with disruptions in the Black Sea and Panama Canal to significantly alter trade flows.
This edition has been withdrawn and replaced by the 2021/2022 edition. Brings together data on the performance of flag States against specific criteria, including Port State Control (PSC) records, ratification of international convention and IMO meeting attendance. It is intended to encourage shipowners to maintain a dialogue with their flag administrations, and help facilitate necessary improvements in the interests of safety, the environment and decent working conditions.