The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) have met representatives from Gulf States to address the ongoing war and its direct impact on seafarers and shipping in the Gulf.
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) today announced that Cyprus officially recommended the ICS International Medical Guide for Seafarers and Fishers for use on board vessels under its flag.
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has released the fifth edition of its Guidelines on the Application of the ILO Maritime Labour Convention, urging the global shipping industry to take note of the latest amendments ahead of their entry into force and to ensure vessels are fully prepared to remain compliant, safe, and fit to trade internationally.
The Helicopter Operation Procedures for Ships: Assigning Roles and Responsibilities to the Ship's Crew details the responsibilities that the ship’s crew undertake during helicopter operations.
The International Chamber of Shipping has issued a statement following the conclusion of the 36th Extraordinary Session of the IMO Council (C/ES.36), that took place to address the impacts on shipping and seafarers of the situation in the Arabian Sea, the Sea of Oman and the Gulf region, particularly in and around the Strait of Hormuz.
ICS Secretary General, Thomas A. Kazakos, issued a statement at the International Maritime Organization 36th Extraordinary Council Meeting (C/ES 36), taking place today to address the impacts on shipping and seafarers of the situation in the Arabian Sea, the Sea of Oman and the Gulf region, particularly in and around the Strait of Hormuz.
Agenda: CARRIAGE OF CARGOES AND CONTAINERS. Submitted by Marshall Islands, Republic of Korea, South Africa, Thailand, BIC, BIMCO, ICS, IFSMA, ITF, P&I Clubs and WSC
I have been deeply concerned about the seafarers who are being put in extreme danger in the Strait of Hormuz when they are simply trying to do their job. By no fault of their own, their lives are now tragically at risk. We call on all States to take the fundamental steps to ensure their safety.