MARPOL Annex 6 Regulation 14 (or MARPOL Annex VI Reg. 14) is a significant regulation that addresses the reduction of sulfur oxide (SOx) emissions from ships. This regulation is a critical part of the broader international effort to reduce air pollution from the maritime industry and improve air quality. Regulation 14 sets limits on the […]
If you are interested in the MARPOL annex 6 latest amendments, which were adopted by the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) in 2021 and 2022. These amendments aim to reduce the carbon intensity of international shipping and to designate new emission control areas for sulphur oxides and particulate matter. Here is a summary of […]
MARPOL Annex I to VI: Comprehensive Overview of Marine Pollution Prevention. Marine pollution poses a significant threat to our oceans and the countless ecosystems they support. To combat this issue, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) developed the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, commonly known as MARPOL. MARPOL is a comprehensive framework […]
Navigating Environmental Responsibility: Understanding IMO DCS and Data Collection. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has been at the forefront of global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from shipping. One of the key initiatives introduced by IMO is the Data Collection System (DCS), aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability in tracking emissions from ships. In […]
How to Achieve Maritime Decarbonization by 2050. Maritime decarbonization is the process of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the global maritime sector, with an overall goal of placing the sector on a pathway that limits global temperature rise to 1.5-degrees Celsius. This is a crucial challenge for the global economy, as the maritime industry […]
Economic Impacts of Ballast Water Treatment System Installation for Shipowner. Ballast water is the water that is taken on board a ship to maintain its stability and balance when it is not carrying cargo or passengers. Ballast water can contain various organisms and pathogens that can pose a threat to the marine environment and human […]
MEPC 80: A Milestone for Reducing GHG Emissions from Shipping. The 80th session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 80) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) was held from 3 to 7 July 2023 in London. The meeting was attended by representatives from IMO member states, industry associations, non-governmental organizations and other stakeholders. The […]
EU MRV and the IMO DCS. The shipping industry is responsible for about 3% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and this share is expected to increase in the future. To address this challenge, the European Union (EU) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) have introduced two different but complementary regulations to monitor, report and […]
Energy Efficiency Operational Indicator: A Tool for Improving Ship Performance. The shipping industry is responsible for a significant share of global greenhouse gas emissions and fuel consumption. According to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), maritime transport accounts for about 2.5% of global CO2 emissions and 3.1% of global energy demand. Reducing the environmental impact of […]
How to Prepare for the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) Regulation The Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) is a new regulation that will affect the shipping industry from 2023 onwards. The CII is a rating system for ships that measures their carbon efficiency and assigns them a score from A to E, where A is the best […]