In 2025, over 10% of cargo units inspected revealed alarming safety deficiencies, highlighting persistent issues with documentation and packing. The World Shipping Council noted that misdeclared or improperly secured containers continue to pose significant risks, including maritime fires and damaged cargo, emphasizing the urgent need for improved safety practices in shipping.
As the IMO finalizes its Net Zero Framework, a new study investigates continuous emissions measurement technology for LNG vessels. This research compares real-time monitoring with traditional modeling methods, aiming to enhance emissions reporting accuracy. The project will assess Kongsberg Maritime’s Continuous Emissions Monitoring System against default emissions factors, informing regulatory frameworks.
The World Shipping Council (WSC) is calling on governments to address a significant regulatory loophole related to lithium battery transport. With a projected surge in battery use, the lack of limits on exempt batteries in containers raises serious safety concerns, notably the risk of cargo fires at sea. Enhanced regulations are urgently needed.
Everllence has launched Engine Supported Air Lubrication (ESAL), a groundbreaking technology aimed at enhancing vessel energy efficiency. Their white paper highlights ESAL’s potential to cut emissions and costs by integrating hull air lubrication with engine air, promising up to 6% net efficiency gains while addressing upcoming IMO regulations effectively.
At the International Maritime Organization gathering, the Secretary-General reaffirmed that decarbonisation remains a critical priority, despite diminished media attention. He urged early investment in green technologies, warning that failing to act could jeopardize the industry’s future. Emphasizing collaboration, he called for proactive involvement from younger professionals in shaping sustainable shipping policies.
An international coalition of shipping trade associations has urged UN Secretary General António Guterres and IMO Secretary General Arsenio Dominguez to reject proposed tolls in the Strait of Hormuz. They emphasize maintaining safety for seafarers and the importance of freedom of navigation for global supply chains, energy security, and economic stability.
