The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has welcomed the updates to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) by the International Labour Organization (ILO). The amendments aim to enhance seafarers’ working and living conditions, including provisions for key worker status, improved repatriation requirements, access to shore leave, and protection against bullying.
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the Comité Maritime International (CMI) are urging governments to ratify crucial international maritime treaties that have not been widely adopted. The campaign emphasizes the importance of conventions like the Nairobi WRC, HNS Protocol, Hong Kong Convention, and the Beijing Convention for maritime safety and environmental protection.
The International Chamber of Shipping, Lloyd’s Register OneOcean, and MARINA in the Philippines are collaborating to digitalize seafarer certification processes. This pilot project aims to streamline certification systems, reduce administrative burdens, and improve efficiency. By exploring digital pathways, the initiative seeks to enhance accessibility, security, and regulatory compliance in the maritime industry.
BIMCO and ICS have joined forces to create a guide to help the shipping industry understand and reduce underwater radiated noise from ships. This guide aligns with IMO guidelines and aims to protect marine life and the environment. By implementing energy efficiency measures, the industry can lower noise levels.
The maritime education and training sector is evolving, with Lloyd’s Register acquiring Ocean Technologies Group and ICS launching the ICS Academy. This platform offers e-learning courses to ensure best practices and compliance on board. The interactive content allows seafarers to apply practical guidance to real-life scenarios, with courses aligned with industry standards.
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) recently released the second edition of Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions: A Guide to International Regulatory Compliance. This comprehensive guide addresses maritime emissions issues, including CII regulations for the tanker sector. It features a new chapter on the EU ETS and explores the link between GHG emissions and underwater noise reduction measures.
A new report reveals that meeting the global demand for green hydrogen will require over 400 new hydrogen ships. The International Chamber of Shipping’s groundbreaking report emphasizes the potential opportunities for clean hydrogen in decarbonizing key sectors. Strategies for increasing supply and demand dynamics in zero-emission fuels are discussed for the future.
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has released a captivating new video titled “Life After Sea,” showcasing diverse career opportunities in the maritime industry. Through interviews with professionals, viewers gain insight into the significance of seafaring and its potential for personal growth. Major shipping organizations are also improving onboard conditions, with initiatives like #SafetyTipsAtSea campaign by the International Maritime Organization.
A group of shipping associations released safety guidelines for navigation in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden due to attacks by Iran-backed Houthis. Vessels are advised to remain vigilant and perform risk assessments. The guidelines also caution against following Houthi instructions and the use of armed guards. Download the full instructions.
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