What’s Bothering the Pacific? Climate Change Says the IMO Chief

According to IMO Chief, Kitack Lim, the main threat to the Pacific region is climate change, says an article published in Xinhua.net Climate Change Action...

Unsure About Autonomous Ship Trials? Here’s What IMO Says

In the 101st session of the Maritime Safety Committee, the International Maritime Organization adopted new guidelines for autonomous ship trials, says a press release...

Was India Part of IMO 2020 Decision Making?

Union Minister Mansukh L Mandaviya on Tuesday said India will have a greater voice at International Maritime Organization (IMO) even as it is working...

Dry Spell Stimulates Innovations in Partnership

  Copenhagen-based bulk carrier operator Baltnav re­ports that it secured a profitable 2018, which has allowed it to expand globally, reports BMTI. New office in Brazil With...

Leading Singapore Tanker Manager Tests Compliant Fuel Ahead of 2020

The supertanker Pu Tuo San to be filled with a new type of fuel that will meet global standards that start up in...

Last Phase of 2020 Sulphur Cap Countdown Begins

International Maritime Organisation’s global 0.50% sulphur cap regulation will come into effect on January 1st 2020.  The sulphur limit in fuel oil used...

Joe Angelo Felicitated by IMO

IMO’s prestigious International Maritime Prize for 2018 is to be awarded to Mr. Joseph J. Angelo for providing leadership on a number of key...

FortisBC Enters First Term Agreement To Supply LNG

Canadian natural gas utility FortisBC has entered into an agreement to supply LNG for Top Speed Energy Corp.  The shipment will happen from...

Maritime Security Measures To Tackle Attacks in Strait of Hormuz

The Council is the Executive Organ of IMO, consisting of 40 Member States elected by the IMO Assembly.  The IMO Council decision reminds...

INTERCARGO Not Pleased With New Compliant Fuels

INTERCARGO voiced its discontent over 0.50% Sulfur supply.  Testing of new fuels causes significant safety implications and affects marine environment. The global sulfur...