G20 business body chooses ICS as official partner
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has announced that it has been selected as a network partner for the 2021 ‘Business Twenty’ (B20)
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Panama Canal Authority postpones planned price hike following calls from shipping industry
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has announced that it will postpone price increases on canal transit fees which were due to come into effect 15 April 2020.
Shipping industry welcomes Nigeria’s creation of ‘Deep Blue’ to stamp out piracy in the Gulf of Guinea
Nigeria has announced a significant investment in military and law enforcement infrastructure as part of a stepping up of actions to address the ongoing piracy issue in the Gulf of Guinea.
ICS at The Economist Global Trade Virtual Week
The Global Trade Virtual Week, 'Prosperity powered by trust: technology, data and supply chain resilience', will run between June 28th – July 2nd 2021.
ICS urges WTO Director General to prioritise maritime transport in multilateral trade negotiations
The International Chamber of Shipping has called on Director General Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala to prioritise maritime transport in World Trade Organization (WTO) initiatives and negotiations.
Seafarers International Relief Fund launches urgent Ukraine crisis appeal to support seafarers and their families
The Seafarers International Relief Fund (SIRF) has launched a new appeal to the maritime industry to support seafarers and their families impacted by the crisis in Ukraine.
Poster: Ukraine Crisis Support Helplines for Seafarers and their Families
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Faith and Burial for Seafarers
Over the last few years and particularly since the start of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic there has been an increase in cases of shipping companies finding it difficult to repatriate the bodies or ashes of deceased seafarers quickly enough, and in accordance with the religious beliefs and customs of both the deceased seafarer and their next of kin. This guide sets out the core considerations for dealing with a death on board and details common burial practices for some of the world's leading religions.
International Chamber of Shipping and Suez Canal Authority sign landmark agreement to enhance cooperation
The International Chamber of Shipping, representing 80% of world’s merchant fleet, signs its first Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Suez Canal Authority
ICS centenary: shaping the future of shipping for 100 years
The maritime industry meets to celebrate the ICS centenary and forge solutions for the future