Comprehensive study of IMO’s Net Zero Framework shows ammonia offers optimal balance of mid-term competitiveness and flexibility for shipowners navigating the energy transition
Topic: REGULATIONS
IMO signals an end to conventional fuels, but more is needed to deliver scalable alternatives in time
Scalable zero-emission fuels like e-ammonia and e-methanol have the highest potential to deliver on the sector’s 2040 targets, but their value chains must be developed within the next decade to reach commercial viability.
How IMO and EU regulations align on shipping decarbonisation
Both IMO’s Net-Zero Framework and the EU’s FuelEU Maritime Regulation target greenhouse gas (GHG) intensity reductions from ships using remarkably similar lifecycle approaches – despite their different origins and scopes
Economic viability of arctic shipping under IMO environmental regulations: a well-to-wake assessment of different carbon tax scenarios
The accelerated melting of Arctic sea ice has established the Northern Sea Route (NSR) as an emerging alternative for international shipping.
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.
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
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.
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.
Class assistance for proactive green owners and builders
The global shipping fleet must adopt low- and zero-emission fuels to meet the climate goals set by IMO, writes Tore Stensvold.