Next week’s IMO meeting will focus on practical emissions rules and guidance, while bigger climate policy decisions remain unresolved.
Environmental groups warn biofuel use could drive deforestation and food insecurity as IMO climate talks continue.
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez called on delegates at PPR 13 to deliver practical regulatory outcomes across oily waste handling, biofouling, emissions and scrubber discharge as
The US ordered a sweeping withdrawal from dozens of international bodies but stopped short of leaving the IMO.
Norway will not be able to apply the FuelEU Maritime regulation as early as previously expected, after required EEA–EU clarifications were not completed in time.
An alliance representing the world’s three largest ship registries is preparing to seek consultative status at the IMO.
FuelEU Maritime could become applicable in Norway as early as 1 January 2026, the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) said in an update published on 12
Standard wording for sale and purchase agreements is designed to reduce regulatory risk as climate rules increasingly influence vessel transactions.
IMO says refreshed branding reflects its maritime heritage and its ambitions for 21st-century shipping.
The new clause will set out responsibilities and technical standards for the safe use of biofuels under time charter parties.
