David Dearsley Tribute
David Dearsley, before the merger with ICS, was Deputy Secretary General of the International Shipping Federation (ISF), with whom he worked from the mid-1970s to 2003. He has sadly passed away, aged 79.
Current issues in shipping
The role of maritime transport is more important than ever in supporting the resilience of national economies during the current crisis. Below current issues paint a picture of the status quo and how we at ICS are supporting our members and our seafarers.
We have also included efforts to decarbonise shipping, including the ongoing negotiations at the UN International Maritime Organization (IMO), and more.
Key Issues
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Shipping Industry Associations’ Chairs reaffirm commitment to cooperation on shared challenges
Last week, as part of their long-standing cooperation, the Chairs of the Round Table Associations met in Athens and reaffirmed their commitment to working together and coordinating positions on the key challenges facing international shipping.
Statement from the International Chamber of Shipping
The International Chamber of Shipping condemns the recent attacks on commercial shipping in the Black Sea. It is wholly unacceptable that seafarers, civilians simply doing their jobs and keeping global trade moving, are being placed in harm’s way.
Statement from the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) following reports of a suspension of the recently imposed Section 301 port fees
ICS welcomes the agreement that appears to have been made between President Trump of the United States and President Xi Jinping of China. ICS has been involved in consultations with the United States Trade Representative (USTR) since the beginning of the Section 301 investigation, and the government of China, and we look forward to receiving confirmation on these reports and further details.
Statement from International Chamber of Shipping following conclusion of MEPC ES
International Chamber of Shipping disappointed that Member States have not been able to agree
Global shipping industry reaffirms support for the IMO Net Zero Framework
Leading international maritime associations and organisations reiterate our strong support for adoption by the world’s governments at the UN International Maritime Organization (IMO) of the “Net-Zero Framework” at the critical Extraordinary Session of the IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee next week (14-17 October).
The International Chamber of Shipping opens new office in Singapore
Today, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) announced the inauguration of a new ICS Representative Office in Singapore. The new ICS office, opened with the support of the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA), is located in the central business district of Singapore.
ICS gives backing to IMO Net-Zero Framework to provide clarity, simplicity, and detail on rewards
In April, the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) member states took a historic step by agreeing to the Net-Zero Framework (NZF) – the world’s first global emissions price for an entire industry. This was a landmark step towards decarbonising international shipping and one that the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has been advocating for and fully supports.
Joint industry statement from ICS, BIMCO, European Shipowners | ECSA, INTERCARGO and INTERTANKO on the latest developments in the Red Sea
Joint industry statement from ICS, BIMCO, European Shipowners | ECSA, INTERCARGO and INTERTANKO on the latest developments in the Red Sea
Guidelines on Fair Treatment of Seafarers Detained in Connection with Alleged Crimes
The 2025 Guidelines are intended to ensure proper legal process, reinforce and protect existing human rights, and ensure that seafarers are treated fairly and with dignity when detained in connection with alleged crimes. While not binding, the guidelines compile in one document relevant standards already found in international law and provide important guidance for states, shipowners and seafarers in cases of criminalisation involving seafarers. In addition they are based on, and are to be read in line with, the principles, rights and obligations already found in the Maritime Labour Convention 2006, as amended (MLC 2006).