(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) The eighty third session of Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 83) was held in person from the 7th to the 11th of April 2025, with hybrid facilities allowing remote participation. The
IMO's Historic Emission Control Initiative: new North-East Atlantic Ocean Emission Control Area (ECA)
(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) In a significant decision, the International Maritime Organization’s 83rd Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC83) has approved the creation of a new Emission Control Area (ECA) in the North-East Atlantic Ocean. This ECA
USCG Maritime compliance: Port Security Advisory
(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) Several countries are included to the USCG's Black List after that country's ports were found to have insufficient anti-terrorism measures - a move that requires US bound vessels calling there to
Maritime Compliance: Noise Levels on Board Ships
(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) Noise on board ships regulations aim to protect crew members from excessive noise exposure that can lead to hearing loss, fatigue, and communication difficulties, impacting both safety and well-being. The IMO
Maritime Compliance: Amendments to the Grain Code
(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) The amendments to the International Code for the Safe Carriage of Grain in Bulk (Grain Code) introduce critical updates to enhance the safety and clarity of grain loading conditions for bulk carriers.
Maritime Risk Focus: Fishing Vessel Safety
(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) Capture fisheries is the backbone of many coastal communities and contributes to the local economies, employment and food security. It is estimated that globally over 39 million people work in capture
Updating the manoeuvring characteristics for shaft/power limitation systems
In March 2024, the IMO adopted the MEPC.390(81), an amendment to the MEPC.335(76), which provides guidelines on the shaft/power limitation system in order to comply with the EEXI. These guidelines now
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- RINA revises its Rules for the Classification of Ships
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