Tag: sustainability

Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies vessel speed reduction (VSR) program announced results from 2023, including a reduction in coastal California air pollution, lowered risk to whales, and reduced ocean noise.

The Global Maritime Forum (GMF), a convener of changemakers and progressive companies and organizations, aspires to position the maritime industry to achieve the 2030 goals on decarbonization set by the International Maritime Organization. They are committed to ongoing efforts toward these objectives.

As European shipowners align with the EU's objectives for a greener future, Evina Fotiadou, Policy Advisor for Shipping Policy and Communications at ECSA, highlights the obstacles hindering the maritime industry's transition. Notably, she points out the decline in shipping portfolios of European banks due to stringent capital requirements.

The Sustainable Shipping Initiative has announced The Mission to Seafarers as its newest member, highlighting the importance of seafarers and seafarers’ rights and welfare in building a sustainable maritime industry.

SFL has announced the successful placement of USD 150 million senior unsecured sustainability-linked bonds due on April 19, 2028.

AMSA published a marine notice to draw attention to the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) non-mandatory Revised guidelines for the reduction of underwater radiated noise from shipping to address adverse impacts on marine life, which were released on 1 October 2023.

The Green Marine Group announced its partnership with the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone Lingang Special Area Administration. This agreement underscores their commitment to expanding their presence and fostering meaningful relationships in key global markets.

AD Ports Group has published its Annual Report for the year of 2023, where their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy and progress are presented. 

Pick your jaw up off the floor, as NAVTOR’s Bjørn Åge Hjøllo explains how the Green AI for Sustainable Shipping (GASS) initiative promises to transform the ability of shipowners and operators to slash fuel consumption, emissions and OPEX, ushering in a smarter, greener, more connected maritime future.

A new study, led by Plymouth Marine Laboratory, has revealed five high-risk zones where floating plastic litter poses the greatest risk to North Atlantic marine life.