This is a recording of a webinar which took place on 16 December 2021 about the use of wash water analysis as opposed to wall wash tests to ascertain tank cleanliness before commencement of loading operations in chemical tankers.
At the 76th session of the Maritime Environmental Protection Committee (MEPC 76), the IMO has prohibited the use of cybutryne in antifouling systems (AFS) from 1 January 2023, as studies have proven that the substance is harmful to a variety of marine organisms.
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BIMCO has started a discussion with members with the aim to provide a set of definitions that are practical and clear to stakeholders in the shipping industry when discussing climate change.
Although the container ship “Ever Given” was fortunately freed after less than a week blocking the Suez Canal, the consequences for owners and operators due to the delays caused may last for several weeks or even months.
The revised IMO GHG reduction strategy, adopted during the MEPC 80 meeting in London on July 7, 2023, signifies a fresh start in the global effort to curb greenhouse gas emissions from shipping.
BIMCO has published a Best Practice Guide to help shipowners reduce their single-use plastic footprint by installing advanced drinking water systems onboard.
The BIMCO & IBIA Shipmaster’s Bunkering Manual is the first practical industry guide for both owners and suppliers providing practical guidance and advice for safe bunkering globally.
A buyer’s payment instalments are at risk under a shipbuilding contract until the shipyard delivers the ship. To safeguard against the risk of the shipyard defaulting or becoming insolvent it is common practice to cover this risk with a refund guarantee issued by a bank. BIMCO’s Documentary Committe... Please follow the link to continue reading.
The maritime industry’s transition to the sulphur regulation from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) which came into force on 1 January 2020 has not been without problems. Since fuel oil properties are fluctuating, it is expected that quality and safety problems will continue to be a chal... Please follow the link to continue reading.
