Draft amendments have been proposed in Bangladesh to update ship recycling and hazardous waste management laws to meet international standards. Key stakeholders from government and private sectors attended a workshop to review these amendments, emphasizing the importance of environmental performance and worker safety. The amendments aim to align with international conventions.
Seafarers are set to benefit from new legal protections proposed by the UK government, including a Seafarers’ Charter to improve their working conditions and rights. The Department for Transport will work with industry and unions to implement these changes, demonstrating a commitment to enhancing seafarer welfare and safety.
The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is proposing new amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention to better support seafarers. These changes include internet access at sea and improved dietary requirements. The consultation period for industry feedback is open until January 22, 2025, with the amendments set to take effect on December 23, 2024.
The BIMCO FuelEU Maritime Clause for Time Charter Parties 2024 was created to help the shipping industry comply with upcoming decarbonization regulations. It allows charterers to choose compliance strategies and places responsibility on shipowners. Extensive industry consultations ensured practicality. BIMCO continues to develop clauses to support environmental obligations. Collaboration was key in creating this important clause.
Tunley Environmental raises concerns about the challenges of the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) for the maritime industry. CEO Will Beer stresses the need for compliance to avoid penalties. The directive aims to promote sustainability and energy efficiency, with companies required to enhance reporting on environmental impacts. Failure to comply could result in severe consequences.
The ITF and JNG have implemented the Non-Seafarers’ Work Clause to improve seafarer safety by assigning tasks like lashing and unlashing cargo to trained dockworkers. This reduces physical strain, fatigue, and the risk of accidents. By following this clause, companies can create a safer maritime industry and promote a better working environment for seafarers.
