The following maritime associations (BIMCO, CLIA, INTERCARGO, INTERMANAGER, ICS, and INTERTANKO), each dedicated to the pursuit of net zero emissions by 2050, share this policy statement regarding the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) as part of our collective commitment to safe, sustainable shipping on clean oceans.
9 July 2024
Statement
19 June 2024
Statement
A joint industry open letter has been sent to the United Nations Secretary General – His Excellency Antonio Guterres – calling for assistance following the seizure of the MSC Aries on Saturday 13 April.
19 April 2024
Statement
13 April 2024
Statement
We welcome the progress made during these intensive negotiations to achieve net zero emissions from shipping, and the support received from around 60 Member States for a flat rate contribution system per tonne of GHG...
22 March 2024
Statement
Joint industry statement on attack on MV True Confidence from BIMCO, International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), INTERCARGO, INTERMANAGER, INTERTANKO, International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA), European Community Shipowners’ Association (ECSA) and OCIMF.
7 March 2024
Statement
Monday 19th February 2024 – marks the three-month anniversary since the Houthis seized the Galaxy Leader and its 25 seafarers in the Red Sea. The vessel, a roll-on/roll-off vehicle carrier, was seized on the 19 November. The maritime industry has joined together from around the world to express their concern for the seafarers who have been held hostage, and call on the Houthis to release the crew of the Galaxy Leader.
19 February 2024
Statement
The World Shipping Council, the International Chamber of Shipping and BIMCO today expressed their thanks to the 12 nations that have jointly condemned the ongoing illegal attacks on ships in the Red Sea and unlawful detention of vessels and crews there.
3 January 2024
Statement
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) welcomes the announcement from the US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin of the initiation of Operation Prosperity Guardian, to address the security challenges in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden and expresses gratitude for action being taken to safeguard the lives of our seafarers and ships.
19 December 2023
Statement
15 December 2023
Statement