This chapter provides an overview of important international legal issues and regulatory developments affecting maritime transport and trade. Part A focuses on recent IMO developments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from ships, notably, the agreemen…
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The push for digitalisation in shipping is less a gentle tide and more a high-stakes race against obsolescence, according to speakers gathered at London International Shipping Week (LISW). Two panels focused on the twin challenges of integrating advanc…
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The summer of 2025 surprised with earnings, as VLCC rates climbed well above seasonal norms. In the sections that follow, we outline the key dynamics that, whether acting individually or in combination, underpinned this momentum and sustained strength …
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In October 2025, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) is expected to adopt its Net-Zero Framework, which would enter into force in 2027. The framework’s supporting guidelines will define zero- and near-zero-emission fuels, reward mechanisms, e…
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Minor bulk, made up of all dry cargo types that are not categorized as iron ore, coal, or grains, has consistently outperformed the previous year in terms of total tonnage exported. In August, this trend continued as the total tonnage of minor bulk exp…
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