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MEPC 81-6-3 – Addressing the emerging risks associated with the use of shaft or engine power limitation systems on ships

Agenda: ENERGY EFFICIENCY OF SHIPS. Submitted by ICS, IMPA and IHMA

International Chamber of Shipping statement on the Red Sea ship attacks

PPR 11-7-1 – Comments on proposals to prohibit the use of EGCS and their discharges.

Agenda: EVALUATION AND HARMONIZATION OF RULES AND GUIDANCE ON THE DISCHARGE OF DISCHARGE WATER FROM EGCS INTO THE AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT, INCLUDING CONDITIONS AND AREAS. Submitted by ICS

HTW 10-6-11 – Comments on document HTW 10/6

Agenda: COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF THE 1978 STCW CONVENTION AND CODE. Submitted by ICS

Largest industry gathering at COP28 set out plans to deliver a net zero future

• At the Shaping the Future of Shipping: Delivering a Net Zero World summit a course was set to deliver on the International Maritime Organization’s net zero strategy. • The industry flagship summit convened over 300 maritime and energy sector leaders and key stakeholders, from 30 countries, across the supply chain along with six governments leaders during COP28 at the iconic Museum of the Future.

Cyber Security Workbook for On Board Ship Use, Fifth Edition

This fifth edition was withdrawn in October 2024 and replaced by the sixth edition. This practical and easy to understand workbook supports the owner, Master and the ship's crew with cyber security risk management. It contains comprehensive checklists to assist with the day-to-day management of onboard cyber security and facilitates collaboration between ships, onshore IT departments and equipment manufacturers.

ICS Publications launches second edition of Engine Room Procedures Guide

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has announced the release of the highly-anticipated second edition of its Engine Room Procedures Guide. This comprehensive guide is an essential resource for shipowners, operators, and crew members in the maritime industry.

Piracy, Armed Robbery and Conflict at Sea: 2024-25 Edition

This 2024-25 edition was withdrawn in  December 2025 and replaced by the 2026-27 edition. This publication provides advice on current piracy and armed robbery hotspots, as well as conflict regions and areas of increased risk. It includes the latest industry guidelines and advice to aid in the development of Ship Security Plans and also provides useful material for the training of Masters and Ship Security Officers to help achieve mandatory training requirements. This 2024-2025 edition fully updates and supersedes Pirates and Armed Robbers: Guidelines on Prevention for Masters and Ship Security Officers, Fourth Edition by the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS).

HTW 10-6-5 – Proposal for amendment to section B-VI4 of the STCW Code to include a new footnote

Agenda: COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF THE 1978 STCW CONVENTION AND CODE. Submitted by ICS, IMHA and ITF

Training seafarers for a decarbonized future

Maritime Just Transition Task Force collaborative project sets framework to equip seafarers with skills as shipping transitions to zero emissions.