Disaster management for shipping and ports
Resilience is a core requirement of the supply chain, making unpredictable, large-scale natural disasters, such as the earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria in February, particularly problematic.
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Climate law poses emerging challenge for shipowners
The increasing trend and scope of climate litigation could herald new legal risk for shipping companies and directors, legal experts have warned.
LEG 110-4(c) – (c) Fair treatment of seafarers detained on suspicion of committing maritime crimes
Agenda: FAIR TREATMENT OF SEAFARERS. Submitted by Georgia, Philippines, InterManager, ICS, IFSMA, ITF, P & I Clubs and WISTA
LEG 110-4(c)-2 – (c) Fair treatment of seafarers detained on suspicion of committing maritime crimes
Agenda: FAIR TREATMENT OF SEAFARERS. Submitted by International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and International Group of Protection and Indemnity Associations (P & I Clubs).
Shipping Industry Flag State Performance Table 2022/2023
This 2022/2023 edition was withdrawn in January 2024 and replaced by the 2023/2024 edition. The purpose of this Flag State Performance Table is to encourage shipowners and operators to examine whether a flag State has sufficient substance before using it and to encourage shipowners and operators to put pressure on their flag Administrations to affect any improvements that might be necessary, especially in relation to safety of life at sea, the protection of the marine environment, and the provision of decent working and living conditions for seafarers.
LEG 110-10 – Proposed measures related to Guidance for the Proper Implementation and Application of IMO Liability and Compensation Conventions
Agenda: GUIDANCE FOR THE PROPER IMPLEMENTATION AND APPLICATION OF IMO LIABILITY AND COMPENSATION CONVENTIONS. Submitted by Canada, Greece, Italy, Malaysia, Republic of Korea, United Arab Emirates, International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), International Group of Protection and Indemnity Associations (P & I Clubs), and International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI)
Energy saving claims scrutinised as short-term measures loom
Fuel savings promised by energy efficient technologies may not lead to similar EEXI and CII improvements, experts have warned as shipowners prepare to comply with the new measures.
LOF revamp gathering speed
The Lloyds Open Form (LOF) contract for vessel salvage is undergoing a major revamp in response to declining use by the maritime community.
Looming industrial action threatens global supply chains
With planned strikes around the world and recent strike at Felixstowe port, ICS takes a look at the potential effects on maritime businesses.
Shipping Industry Flag State Performance Table 2021/2022
This 2021/2022 edition was withdrawn in January 2023 and replaced by the 2022/2023 edition. The purpose of this Flag State Performance Table is; to encourage shipowners and operators to examine whether a flag State has sufficient substance before using it and to encourage shipowners and operators to put pressure on their flag Administrations to affect any improvements that might be necessary, especially in relation to safety of life at sea, the protection of the marine environment, and the provision of decent working and living conditions for seafarers.