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Tommy Olofsen, Group Managing Director of OSM Thome, leads one of the world’s largest ship management operations. Drawing on his experience at sea, he speaks with ICS Leadership Insights to explain why seafarers remain the industry’s greatest asset and why the sector must embrace complexity to succeed.
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) today announces the launch of the sixth edition of its benchmark publication, the Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals). First published in 1971, the Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals) remains the primary industry reference for the safe operation of chemical tankers. This new edition provides up‑to‑date, practical guidance for those serving on board ships carrying hazardous and noxious liquid substances in bulk under MARPOL Annex II, supporting safe, compliant and pollution‑free operations.
The Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals), Sixth Edition is the trusted publication for chemical tankers. The new edition translates MARPOL Annex II regulations into practical procedures for safe and environmentally responsible operations. It includes updated guidance on Annex I to Annex II cargo changeovers, safe enclosed space entry, washing water analysis, hot work zones and shore power.
In advance of a critical meeting of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 84) this statement is made jointly on behalf of BIMCO, CLIA, ICS, INTERCARGO, INTERFERRY, INTERTANKO and WSC, representing the global commercial shipping fleet.
The International Chamber of Shipping Secretary General Thomas A. Kazakos has issued a statement following the announcement surrounding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz
Agenda: Proposals to improve the implementation of the ISM Code by Companies. Submitted by ICS
Agenda: COMPREHENSIVE REVISION OF THE GUIDELINES ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ISM CODE BY ADMINISTRATIONS AND COMPANIES. Submitted by ICS
Yesterday (Tuesday 14 April 2026), we were delighted that Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium and Sweden all deposited their instruments of ratification for the HNS Convention, fulfilling the second of three ratification criteria needed for the entry into force provisions to be triggered – 12 States Parties to the Convention.
Agenda: ANY OTHER BUSINESS. Submitted by ICS
Agenda: ANY OTHER BUSINESS. Submitted by ICS