Tag: ICS

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) Maritime Barometer Report 2022-2023 reveals that uncertainty over fuel availability and infrastructure puts at risk ambitions to meet decarbonization targets, reinforcing the need for a clear plan of action to mitigate risk.

Speakers at Unlocking Green Maritime Jobs panel-discussion (3-5th May 2023) outlined the growing demand for seafarers able to handle low and zero-carbon fuels and new technologies that will be needed in order to progress towards a decarbonized maritime shipping sector by 2050.

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has published a practical guide for seafarers, titled 'International Medical Guide for Seafarers and Fishers', in collaboration with the International Maritime Health Association (IMHA) and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF).

ICS and China will address the key issues of decarbonisation, digitalisation, stability of the international supply chain industry, seafarer welfare, recruitment and training.

In a recent ICS (International Chamber of Shipping) webinar, maritime and medical experts came together to discuss seafarers’ health and wellbeing, and what can be done to safeguard seafarers and make sure they are prepared for medical emergencies on board ships.

Lloyd’s Register has acquired a 50% interest in ISF Watchkeeper work and rest hours compliance software solution from IT Energy Systems and Consulting Limited. The acquisition will result in LR becoming a joint owner of ISF Watchkeeper with the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS).

ECSA (European Community Shipowners’ Associations) and ICS (International Chamber of Shipping)  welcome the decision of the European Commission to continue to recognise the certificates of Filipino seafarers, confirming the compliance of the Philippines with the requirements of the STWC Convention. 

Mr. Guy Platten, Secretary General of ICS, talks about the CEM-Hubs initiative that aims to ensure the availability of required ships, infrastructure and workforce to decarbonise the industry as we are heading towards a zero-emission future.

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), released a statement mentioning FEDIL Shipping, Luxembourg and the Brazilian Association of Cabotage Owners have become Affiliate Member National Associations. The ICS Board has approved their membership, taking effect from 1 March 2023.

The International Chamber of Shipping and Egypt’s Suez Canal Authority have re-signed an agreement covering key issues impacting international shipowners and operations of the Suez Canal.