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On July 8, the European Commission adopted a delegated act establishing a flexible and pragmatic methodology to define low-carbon hydrogen. 

As of June 18, 2025, California State Lands Commission requires ships that take in ballast water from low-salinity areas (less than 18 parts per thousand) to treat or exchange that water before releasing it in California’s fresh or brackish waters. 

The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), recognizing the critical need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality, has issued guidelines to enable and regulate biofuel bunkering activities in accordance with established global standards and best practices.

The IMO Biofouling Guidelines, updated in 2023, provide a comprehensive framework for managing biofouling on ships to minimize the transfer of invasive aquatic species and enhance energy efficiency.

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has issued revisions on Marine Order 28 (Operations standards and procedures) 2025, which will come into effect on 1 September 2025.

OFAC has sanctioned a network involved in smuggling billions of dollars’ worth of Iranian oil, some of which benefits the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF), a designated terrorist organization.

The United States is preparing to impose higher tariffs starting August 1, unless new trade agreements are finalized, US President Donald Trump said on 6 July.

The European Commission has started preparations for an EU Ports Strategy and EU Industrial Maritime Strategy and is inviting stakeholders to participate in the process.

Lloyd's Register (LR) has issued an update on the SOLAS Regulation II-1/3-13, which introduces new mandatory certification, testing, marking, and maintenance requirements for a wide range of lifting appliances and anchor handling winches. 

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has issued a notice outlining expectations for vessel owners and operators when considering appropriate crewing, maintenance of watchkeeping standards and provision of minimum hours of rest, ensuring seafarer fitness for duty.