Shipping industry sets out bold plan to global regulator to deliver net zero by 2050
Ahead of COP26, International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) commits global industry to net zero 2050 target, setting out a pathway to industry’s UN regulator
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Global Transport Chiefs urge UN to end humanitarian crisis for supply chain workers
IATA, ICS, IRU and ITF pen letter warning of global transport system ‘collapse’
Joint open letter – Transport heads call on world leaders to secure global supply chains
IRU, the world road transport organisation, IATA, the International Air Transport Association, ICS, the International Chamber of Shipping, and ITF, the International Transport Workers’ Federation, have come together to make an urgent plea to the world’s heads of government and the United Nations Agencies to remove restrictions hampering the free movement of transport workers, and guarantee and facilitate their free and safe movement.
Industry titans and foreign ministers among leading names announced for shipping’s COP26 conference
Global shipping bodies have revealed a host of high-profile names who will be attending a cross-industry decarbonisation conference at COP26.
ICS launches new guidance for seafarers and shipowners to navigate ongoing pandemic challenges
On the first day of London International Shipping Week, the International Chamber of Shipping has published new and updated guidance to protect seafarers and shipowners against the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic.
International Chamber of Shipping sets out plans for global carbon levy to expedite industry decarbonisation
The International Chamber of Shipping has put forward a comprehensive proposal for a global levy on carbon emissions from ships, in what would be a first for any industrial sector.
Change in piracy threats in Indian Ocean prompts re-think of High Risk Area
A continued downward trend in Somali piracy has prompted leading shipping organisations to reduce the geographic boundaries of the ‘High Risk Area’ (HRA) for piracy in the Indian Ocean
Nigerian Chamber of Shipping becomes full ICS member
The Nigerian Chamber of Shipping has become a full member of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS).
New BIMCO/ICS Seafarer Workforce Report warns of serious potential officer shortage
The 2021 Seafarer Workforce Report from BIMCO and the International Chamber of Shipping warns that the industry must significantly increase training and recruitment levels if it is to avoid a serious shortage in the total supply of officers by 2026.
Shipping industry announces international decarbonisation conference at COP26
Cross-sectoral COP26 event will bring together politicians, shipowners, logistics giants, and other key stakeholders to showcase industry efforts on decarbonisation.