IMO’s MEPC pushed forward with a number of measures aimed at supporting the achievement of the objectives set out in the initial IMO strategy on reduction of GHG emissions from ships.
NGOs Vent Frustration Over Lack of Action On Shipping’s Black Carbon Emissions
As a meeting of the International MEPC 74 closed in London, the Clean Arctic Alliance expressed frustration over Members States’ failure to address the risk to the Arctic from emissions of black carbon from international shipping.
The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) at a Glance
The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) is a branch of International Maritime Organization (IMO) which looks into the matters of marine environment protection by updating and implementing regulations pertaining to the shipping industry.
IMO Adopts Carriage Ban For Consistent Implementation Of Sulphur 2020 Limit
An amendment to support consistent implementation of the forthcoming 0.50% limit on sulphur in ships fuel oil was adopted by the IMO, during the current session of the MEPC 73.
IMO Progresses To Deliver Initial GHG Strategy Post MEPC 73 Meet
The work to deliver the IMO initial strategy on reducing greenhouse gas emissions from ships has moved forward with the approval of a programme of follow-up actions.
IMO Member States Must Back Ban On Heavy Fuel Oil From Arctic Shipping
As a meeting of the International Maritime Organization’s Marine Environment Protection Committee opens today in London (MEPC72).
IBIA Supports Industry With Best Practice Guidance To Assure Bunker Fuel Quality
The IBIA is proud to present the first edition of our “Best practice guidance for suppliers for assuring the quality of bunkers delivered to ships” which has been developed in response to a call from the IMO.
IMO Launches A New Informative Web Page On Sulphur 2020
The main type of “bunker” oil for ships is heavy fuel oil, derived as a residue from crude oil distillation.
9,737 Million Tons Of Goods Shipped On Northern Sea Route In 2017
the Russian Federal Agency for Maritime and River Transport regarding a record volume of 9,737 million tons of goods shipped on the Northern Sea Route during 2017.
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