ICS backs emissions pricing proposal to IMO

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has proposed a greenhouse gas emissions pricing mechanism for shipping, outlined in a joint submission to the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The coalition has suggested amendments to the MARPOL convention that would require shipping companies to make contributions, per tonne of GHG emitted, to a so-called IMO GHG Strategy

NZ targets to reduce air pollution from boats

The Part 199 apply to New Zealand commercial vessels and recreational boats that operate in the sea. Vessel and boat owners have a part to play in protecting our marine environment, and we can all help to reduce the impact of climate change.

MARPOL rules on ship carbon rating enter into force

Amendments to the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) Annex VI enter into force, the starting gun for the introduction of the Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI) and Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII), the most significant environmental legislation from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) since the introduction of the global sulphur

IMO removes regulatory impediment to encourage biofuels

The International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) elaborated on the new “Unified Interpretation (UI)” approved by the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee in June 2022 on the application of regulation 18.3 MARPOL Annex VI in relation to biofuels. Regulation 18 of MARPOL Annex VI, “Fuel Oil Availability and Qualities”, applies to fuels derived from petroleum refining