In a significant move towards a greener future, the European Union has expanded its Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) to include maritime transport emissions, effective from 2024. This extension aligns…
Maritime digitalization is the integration of digital technologies into the shipping industry to improve efficiency, safety, and sustainability. One of the key aspects of this digital transformation is the use…
In today's digital age, Maritime companies must take cyber security seriously in order to protect their operations and assets from cyber-attacks. One of the most important steps in achieving this…
The EU Ship Recycling Regulations: How Inventory of Hazardous Materials (IHM) and IHM Life Cycle Maintenance Protect Crews, Ships, and the Environment
Commissioning testing of ballast water management systems is an essential step in ensuring that these systems are functioning properly and effectively treating ballast water before it is released into the…
Vessels sailing in US waters must comply with the US maritime regulations on ballast water discharge and exchange, essentially as the US is not a signatory of the Ballast Water…
Regardless of what business you are in, holistic cybersecurity is deemed to be an integral part of a company's digitalization. With cyber-attacks increasing at a rapid pace most companies have…
Today one of the most-discussed topics in the shipping industry is that of “sustainability.” There is a growing awareness in the maritime world about the need for sustainable shipping and…
Ballast water has been an integral component of the ship’s stability. It reduces stress on the hull, balances off for the weight loss due to consumption of water and fuel, provides…
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has developed many international conventions to protect the safety of the crew, cargo, and the environment. Nonetheless, maritime accidents still happen to result in losses…