Guidelines on Cyber Security Onboard Ships, Version Four
The purpose of these guidelines is to improve the safety and security of seafarers, the environment,
the cargo, and the ships. The guidelines aim to assist in the development of a proper cyber risk
management strategy in accordance with relevant regulations and best practices on board a ship with a focus on work processes, equipment, training, incident response and recovery management.
February 2021
Guidelines | Free
This edition has been withdrawn and replaced by the 2021/2022 edition. Brings together data on the performance of flag States against specific criteria, including Port State Control (PSC) records, ratification of international convention and IMO meeting attendance. It is intended to encourage shipowners to maintain a dialogue with their flag administrations, and help facilitate necessary improvements in the interests of safety, the environment and decent working conditions.
January 2021
Archive | Free
This fifth edition was withdrawn in April 2026 and replaced by the sixth edition. The ICS Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals) is the standard reference work for chemical tankers. The fifth edition contains valuable new guidance on key safety issues and operations, and provides new and improved ship/shore safety checklists.
January 2021
Guidelines | £465
This Third Edition was withdrawn in June 2021 and replaced by Coronavirus (COVID-19): Guidance for Ship Operators for the Protection of the Health of Seafarers, Fourth Edition.
November 2020
Archive | Free
This second edition has been withdrawn and replaced by the third edition. This workbook is a practical, straightforward and easy to understand guide to support the Master and the ship’s crew with cyber security risk management.
November 2020
Archive
Animation presenting ICS and its network of national member associations - watch the 2-minute film.
November 2020
Multimedia | Free
Animation illustrating how the shipping industry and shipowners operate - watch the 3-minute film.
November 2020
Multimedia | Free
The report looks at different options to help decarbonise shipping and achieve the greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets established by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO). These include the use of Ammonia, Hydrogen, and Batteries to power the global fleet.
November 2020
Reports, Positions and Papers | Free
The ICS Diversity Tracker looks into the state of diversity and inclusion in the global shipping labour force. The Tracker, which surveyed more than 200 shipping companies across the world, sets baseline targets for improved corporate diversity and inclusion policies in the coming years.
November 2020
Reports, Positions and Papers | Free
A guide for shipping companies and ship operators to develop and implement mental health policies.
November 2020
Reports, Positions and Papers | Free