A regulated industry
How are oceans, ships and seafarers protected?
Our ocean is a shared resource and commercial shipping has a responsibility to ensure its activities don't impact on the marine environment, the creatures that live there and other users, who may depend on the waters for their food and livelihoods.
From pollution to piracy, iceberg risks to whale strikes, the world of shipping is full of hazards, which is why strict shipping regulations, drawn up by international and national bodies, are so important and rigorously enforced.
Find out which organisation regulates what, and how it all links together to keep global trade moving safely and sustainably.
