IMO Regulations
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IMO Polar Fuel Rule Targets Arctic Black Carbon Emissions
IMO’s proposed polar fuels rule targets black carbon emissions from Arctic shipping. What bulk carrier operators need to know about compliance and fuel planning.
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IMO Estimates 80 Mines Threaten Strait of Hormuz Lanes
IMO estimates 80 mines in Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes, raising major safety and route planning concerns for bulk carrier operators in the region.
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Hormuz Attack Prompts Naval Authorities to Raise Shipping Threat Level
A tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz as naval authorities raised the shipping threat level, with direct implications for bulk carrier operators in the region.
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Engine Shortages Return as Shipyards Face Dual-Fuel Demand Surge
Engine shortages are returning to global shipbuilding, with dual-fuel two-stroke units under pressure. Key implications for bulk carrier newbuild operators.
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IMO Estimates 80 Mines Present in Strait of Hormuz Lanes
IMO estimates 80 mines in Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes. Key operational, insurance and safety guidance for bulk carrier operators trading in the Gulf.
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US Subsea Rock Installation Vessel Nears First Wind Assignment
GLDD takes delivery of Acadia, the first US subsea rock installation vessel, as it nears its inaugural offshore wind assignment. Key insights for bulk operators.
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IMO Suspends Gulf Evacuation After Oman Ship Attack
IMO suspends Persian Gulf ship evacuation after merchant vessel attack in Gulf of Oman. Key guidance for bulk carrier operators on crew safety and routing.
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US Coast Guard Arctic Cutter Build Begins in Finland
Construction begins on the first US Coast Guard Arctic Security Cutter in Finland, with key implications for bulk carrier operators navigating polar waters under IMO Polar Code rules.
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Dali Chief Engineer Admits Criminal Conduct in Bridge Allision
The Dali chief engineer admits criminal conduct under a deferred prosecution agreement following the Baltimore bridge allision, with major implications for maritime officers.
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Shipowners Push for Unified Global Ship Recycling Framework
ECSA and ICS call for alignment between EU ship recycling rules and the Hong Kong Convention to create one unified global framework for operators.