The right fuel As of 1 January 2020, all ships are required to burn fuel with a sulphur content of no more than 0.5% (Regulation 14.1.3, MARPOL Annex VI) unless fitted with an exhaust gas emissions cleaner (scrubber) capable of reducing sulphur emissio…
What does the “IMO 2020” regulation really say? A quick guide Read More »
India is gearing up to be one of the major markets for crude oil demand, together with China. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson noted that “India, along with China has long been revered as a key driver of world oil demand growth. However, …
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An amendment to support consistent implementation of the forthcoming 0.50% limit on sulphur in ships fuel oil was adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) on Friday (26 October), during the current session of the Marine Environment Prot…
IMO: Implementation of sulphur 2020 limit – carriage ban adopted Read More »
Deals aren’t being concluded as fast as they could be, based on the number of candidates in the ships’ demolition market. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Clarkson Platou Hellas said that “it would appear that we have returned to the ‘unknown’ z…
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The push for the international shipping industry to reduce its role in global air emissions has resulted in new environmental rules and regulation being introduced at an accelerated pace. The industry needs to take action in order to ensure compliance…
New emission regulations in shipping Read More »