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Could 40% of global containership traffic be fully battery powered by 2030?

A new paper from researchers at UCB states that the engines of 40% of global sea traffic could be cost-effectively replaced with batteries by 2030. ICS talks to several industry experts to discuss that claim.

Can shipping capitalise on the green finance surge?

ICS reports on the growing challenges and opportunities for shipping within the context of a recent surge in ESG funding and investment

Looming industrial action threatens global supply chains

With planned strikes around the world and recent strike at Felixstowe port, ICS takes a look at the potential effects on maritime businesses.

Battling shipping’s brain drain amid the Great Resignation

With an unprecedented shortage of skilled workers entering into shipping, ICS discusses what concrete steps can be taken to improve the 'brain drain' in maritime.

Ukraine grain corridor has had an ‘immediate positive effect’ on global food prices says UN

The Ukraine Grain Corridor, having been opened two months ago by UN treaty, has had an immediate positive effect on food prices. Measures still need to be taken to promote security, says the ICS.

UN toolbox tackles supply chain resilience

The challenges posed by to maritime logistics by global health issues, conflict and extreme weather are addressed in UNCTAD’s new toolset.

ICS Maritime Hub

If you are looking for a Place to Meet, Space to Connect & Room to Explore visit the ICS Maritime Hub

Mark Cameron: Building resilience for a green future

Mark Cameron, Chief Operating Officer, Ardmore Shipping, talks to ICS about plans to ride the current oil and gas tanker market crest while preparing for potential recession and investing in decarbonisation plans

Shipping industry to remove the Indian Ocean High Risk Area

At 0001 UTC on 1 January 2023 the Indian Ocean High Risk Area (HRA) for piracy will be removed.