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Shipping and New Technologies
While the basic principles of navigation have not changed for hundreds of years, despite use of new tools such as satellite navigation, shipping is constantly evolving.
On the brink of a revolution
With the decarbonisation of shipping now the main driver of change, the shipping industry is facing a 4th Propulsion Revolution.
The R&D Fund
To achieve the development of viable zero-carbon emission ships, ICS and its industry partners are proposing the establishment of a groundbreaking $5 billion Research & Development (R&D) fund.
Useful links
ILO MLC Frequently Asked Questions
The ILO Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) entered into force in August 2013. This page contains information to help shipowners and operators ensure compliance
Shipping and world trade: driving prosperity
Shipping’s ability to offer economic and efficient long distance transport puts it at the centre of the world economy.
Environmental Initiatives
Shipping is the least environmentally damaging form of commercial transport and, compared with land based industry, is a comparatively minor contributor to pollution from human activities.
Shipping and World Trade: Largest beneficial ownership countries
Graph and Table to show the tonnage of dead weight for various countries
Shipping and World Trade: Top Containership Operators
Shipping and World Trade Facts: Top Containership Operators | The international shipping industry is responsible for the carriage of around 90% of world trade.