The accelerated melting of Arctic sea ice has established the Northern Sea Route (NSR) as an emerging alternative for international shipping.
Topic: REGULATIONS
ClassNK releases report “ClassNK Alternative Fuels Insight (Version 3.0)” – Providing new information on cost simulations reflecting approval at MEPC 83
ClassNK has released the latest version of its report “ClassNK Alternative Fuels Insight (Version 3.0)”. This provides updated information on cost simulations reflecting the IMO’s mid-term GHG reduction measures approved at the 83rd session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 83) held in April 2025.
GCMD Sees Evidence of Widespread Biofuel Mislabelling
The Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) has seen potential evidence of widespread mislabelling of biofuels that are used in marine blends.
IMO 2028: a salient step towards shipping’s decarbonisation
VPS Group’s Steve Bee and Emilian Buksak dissect IMO’s new binding Net-Zero Framework for shipping, detailing the implications of its global fuel standard and economic measures
Norway introduces zero-emissions requirement from 2026 to world heritage fjords
Andrew Draper reports on the gradual imposition of new rules aimed at protecting the sensitive marine environment of Norway’s fjords
A historic course correction: How the world’s shipping sector is setting sail for net zero
Long overlooked as a major contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, the shipping industry is now at the forefront of a unique display of international cooperation. The shift signals that even the world’s largest transport sector can be steered toward climate accountability.
Climate-driven changes to ocean colour fuel urgency ahead of UN summit
The colour of the world’s oceans is changing – a visible sign of climate disruption that scientists say could have wide-ranging consequences for marine life. The shift comes as world leaders prepare to meet in Nice next month for a major United Nations summit on ocean conservation.
Pricing carbon: Developments and hurdles
Carbon pricing mechanisms are gaining traction, but a global deal remains elusive.
IMO Net Zero Framework: Clarity is Still Needed to Address Implementation Challenges
A lot of unknowns are yet to be determined over the next few months and years, in order to the shipping industry to gain full clarity around the implementation of the recently agreed IMO Net Zero Framework.
International Maritime Organization Takes Big Step to Support Global Net-Zero Goals
The climate crisis demands action across all sectors. It’s the shipping industry’s turn given it is estimated to contribute 3% climate warming gases.