More Regulation – Page 13
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NewsMEPC 72 kicks off to set initial GHG strategy
The IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee MEPC 72 takes place from 9 to 13 April with the adoption of an initial strategy on the reduction of GHG emissions from ships one of the key items on the agenda.
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NewsNew briefings back Arctic-wide HFO regulation
A series of new briefings which look at the use of heavy fuel oil (HFO) in the Arctic suggest that a region-wide regulation regardless of flag would offer the best protection against pollution.
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NewsICS warns EU compromise needed on Paris Agreement
Ahead of critical meetings at the IMO which commence on 3 April the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) says that governments must compromise in order to agree a strategy for the further reduction of CO2 emissions.
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NewsIntercargo says regulation needs to get wiser
The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (Intercargo) has re-iterated its commitment to a safe efficient and environmentally-friendly dry cargo shipping industry plus its support for an industry governed by free and fair competition.
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NewsNew underwater noise notation
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has released a new underwater noise notation and ShipRight procedure on underwater radiated noise to help shipowners minimise underwater noise emissions when operating in sensitive environments.
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NewsMARPOL Convention amendments come into force
The new International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) amendments have entered into force which update ship fuel oil reporting requirements, garbage classification and IOPP certificates.
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NewsDenmark rejects speed restriction as GHG measure
One of the world’s most environmentally progressive flag states, Denmark, has rejected the imposition of speed restrictions as a measure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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NewsClassNK support for IMO fuel consumption reporting
ClassNK Consulting Service Co Ltd has launched a support service for setting up a Data Collection Plan in order to support the Fuel Consumption Reporting system IMO Data Collection System (DCS).
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NewsSulphur and BWMS enforcement key at PPR5
The implementation and enforcement of sulphur and ballast water regulations are among important environmental issues to be discussed at the fifth meeting of IMO’s Pollution Prevention and Response (PPR) subcommittee in London this week.
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NewsClass for a complex future
In his role as CEO of DNV GL Maritime, and as the current chairman of IACS, Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen is at the vanguard of modernising class during a period of unprecedented change. He spoke to Gavin Lipsith.
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Lloyd’s Register unveils fast-track type approval
Class society Lloyd’s Register has used the International WorkBoat Show in Miami to launch a new online type approval service that offers a faster route to assurance.
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NewsABS releases supercapacitor guide
The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has published its Guide for the Use of Supercapacitors in the Marine and Offshore Industries to support safe application of hybrid power in the sectors.
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Sulphur rules could damage health, EGCSA conference hears
New research suggests that a prescriptive approach to fuel sulphur has resulted in more toxic emissions, according to one of the presenters at the first Asian Emissions Technology Conference organised by the Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems Association (EGCSA).
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NewsNorwegian Cruise Line upgrades engine insulation
Engine insulation retrofits from MAN PrimeServ will ensure that four-stroke engines onboard nine Norwegian Cruise Line ships are compliant with impending SOLAS regulations regarding hot surfaces.
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NewsConsistent implementation the only option for 2020 sulphur limit
Consistent implementation is the only option when it comes to the 2020 0.50% limit on sulphur in fuel oil if ships want to avoid detention or being classed unseaworthy, says the IMO.
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NewsGroup Partners to facilitate ideas for decarbonisation action plan
Shipping leaders developing an action plan for the decarbonisation of international shipping have appointed Group Partners to facilitate and capture ideas.
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NewsFirst DNV GL cyber security type approval
Kongsberg Maritime has received DNV GL’s first cyber security type approval for one of its control systems.
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NewsViews differ after IMO emissions reduction talks
Shipping organisations involved in the IMO Intersessional Working Group on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships are reportedly “broadly satisfied” with progress made during their second meeting last week.
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NewsMonitoring ballast water compliance
If passing ballast water management regulations into force proved difficult, effectively ensuring that discharge standards are adhered to could also be challenging.
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NewsSpeed regulations for carbon crackdown
Globally enforced speed reductions will be considered by the IMO to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from ships.
