China wants to extend its lead in global shipbuilding to a new generation of vessels that burn clearner fuels.
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These will be shipping’s most important climate initiatives in 2024
The need for a binding agreement on how the maritime sector should reduce its greenhouse gas emissions will and must become more important in 2024.
IMO in 2024: Working on the policies to turn net-zero target into reality
In 2023, the International Maritime Organisation adopted a new strategy for shipping’s greenhouse gas emissions, targeting net zero emissions by around 2050.
Greek shipowners call for governments to back IMO green transition policies.
It has also called for a common approach to regional measures, such as the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS).
2023/07 – Guidance for the safe carriage of battery powered vehiles on ships
This marine notice advises ship operators and owners of the hazards of transporting battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs).
Largest industry gathering at COP28 set out plans to deliver a net zero future
Following a day of active discussions at the Shaping the Future of Shipping: Delivering a Net Zero World summit yesterday, a course was set to deliver on the International Maritime Organization’s net zero strategy.
Norway’s chief IMO negotiator finds new ways to motivate owners to decarbonise
Mr Oftedal, the chief negotiator for green shipping in Norway’s Department of Marine Management and Pollution Control, who is well-known as an active architect of decarbonisation regulation within the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee, said shipping will be encouraged to cut GHG emissions using both regulation and incentives to
attract investment in decarbonisation technologies.
The price just went up: Major flag state raises stakes in shipping levy battle
One of the world’s largest flag states has sharply increased its demands over a shipping carbon levy as it faces becoming a registry without a home because of climate catastrophe, a senior official tells TradeWinds.
Plans for new levy on shipping industry to support net-zero goals
Decarbonising the shipping industry is a goal of climate talks at Cop28, with leaders meeting to discuss the urgency of cutting emissions.
Delivering net zero by 2050: The Cornerstones of Effective IMO Climate Regulations
To deliver on the goal of net zero eimissions for shipping by 2050, IMO greenhouse gas regulations must rest on solid foundations.