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.
28 July 2021
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Cross-sectoral COP26 event will bring together politicians, shipowners, logistics giants, and other key stakeholders to showcase industry efforts on decarbonisation.
21 July 2021
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Proposed extension of EU’s Emissions Trading System could jeopardise global negotiations to reduce all emissions, including over 90% of those outside EU jurisdiction
14 July 2021
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ICS welcomes release of the Ever Given following a settlement that has been reached between authorities and ship owners
7 July 2021
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Mr Emanuele Grimaldi, Managing Director of the Grimaldi Group, long serving ICS Board member and immediate Vice Chairman, was named as ICS Chair - Designate following a decision by the ICS Board of Directors at a recent meeting, held 22-23 June.
29 June 2021
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Crew change crisis which swept the industry last year threatens to return, warns ICS chairman Esben Poulsson.
24 June 2021
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The shipping industry is calling on governments to act in line with their climate commitments and not waste more time in moving forward with the USD 5 billion R&D fund programme that will be decisive in the decarbonisation of the industry
18 June 2021
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The new fifth edition of the ICS Guide to Helicopter/Ship Operations provides the latest guidance on standardised procedures and facilities for helicopter/ship operations worldwide and encourages safe and efficient performance in the field.
15 June 2021
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Nigeria has announced a significant investment in military and law enforcement infrastructure as part of a stepping up of actions to address the ongoing piracy issue in the Gulf of Guinea.
10 June 2021
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The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has warned that without decisive government signals declining levels of Maritime research and development could jeopardise industry’s ability to decarbonise.
9 June 2021
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