From January 2020, sulphur oxide emissions from ships will reduced considerably under a forthcoming International Maritime Organization (IMO) rule. This will have significant benefits for human health and the environment – but also represents a challenge for the industry. The preparedness of all stakeholders for this significant change – as well as its challenges – were highlighted during a Symposium on IMO 2020 and Alternative fuels. Read more
Much has been made of the various types of ballast water treatment systems available: the pros and cons, the deadline and the costs, both immediate and on-going. But when it comes to regulatory compliance and ballast water indicative sampling and instrument certification. Many questions remain, and the time is ripe for IMO and the industry to step forward and debate. Read more