The UK Electronic Trade Document Act 2023 means that businesses that rely on English law are now legally permitted to exchange bills of lading and other trade documents electronically.
Digitalisation has taken on a new urgency in the light of the COVID-19 pandemic, in particular when it comes to digital data exchange in ports, and for facilitating trade and logistics in general. BIMCO and other maritime NGOs are inviting public and private players to help create global digital ISO... Please follow the link to continue reading.
BIMCO's position has been approved by the BIMCO Board of Directors.
The Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) of the IMO has agreed to start a comprehensive review and revision of the STCW Convention and Code.
Standardising and harmonising electronic ship to shore communication for reporting purposes was high on the agenda at the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) virtual Facilitation Committee (FAL) meeting held from 1-7 June 2021 (FAL 45).
Watch the webinar recorded on 1 November about Future International Trade – Unleashing opportunities through electronic bills of lading
Maritime digital solutions are still in their early days but there is massive interest in concepts across the maritime industry. Implementation of common solutions are, however, key to its success. BIMCO's Jeppe Skovbakke Juhl, Manager Maritime Safety & Security, explains in these short videos.
Listen to a short podcast with BIMCO's Mads Wacher Kjærgaard talking about just in case arrivals
Every year, BIMCO considers what is in store for the shipping industry and for BIMCO in the coming years, while also reflecting on the year gone by. We put all the thoughts in a magazine. This year is no different, and a range of BIMCO people have written their opinions on what the new year will bri... Please follow the link to continue reading.
Listen to a short podcast with BIMCO's Mads Wacher Kjærgaard talking about just in time arrivals
