The Royal Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) has released the NEN 7427-1, a newly established standard specifically for the use of biofuels in the maritime shipping sector.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO), Norway's Ministry of Climate and Environment, and Singapore's Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on technical cooperation activities to help developing countries reduce emissions from ships and ports.

ECSA (European Community Shipowners' Associations) has released a statement to warmly welcome the Bangladeshi authorities' decision to ratify the Hong Kong Convention. 

Momentum for the Clean Energy Marine Hubs (CEM Hubs) continues to grow with the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) joining the initiative which aims to advance the production, transport and use of low-carbon fuels by shipping.

As stated by UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, in the Africa Climate Summit last week, Africa must work together with developed countries, financial institutions, and technology companies to create a true African Renewable Energy Alliance.

DNV and Shandong Shipping Tanker (SDST) have jointly established a collaborative platform known as the Joint Innovation Studio, aimed at fostering technical cooperation within the shipping sector.

The Hellenic Ministry of Shipping and the Aegean plans to prioritize the enhancement of maritime education and sustainability in 2024.

Gard P&I Club has published an article to inform interested parties of off-specification bunker claims and present mitigation measures against the phenomenon. 

Corvus Energy has secured funding for its participation in the APOLO project, a collaboration with various partners, aimed at addressing the challenges of power conversion from ammonia and developing efficient and flexible ammonia cracking technology for the maritime sector.

Cases of seafarers abandoned by shipowners without money, support, or the means to get home have reached alarming levels around the world, according to Stella Maris.