Latest maritime regulations updates and reports
Splash247
The United Nations Convention on the International Effects of Judicial Sales of Ships, also known as the Beijing Convention, officially came into force today, as reported by Splash247. This marks the end of a process initiated in 2007 by the Comité Maritime International to address global issues caused by failures in judicial ship sales.
Seatrade Maritime
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has expressed opposition to a proposed US port fee on foreign-built vessels, arguing it would impose a significant financial burden, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The fee is intended to support former President Trump's shipbuilding goals.
gCaptain
The White House's Maritime Action Plan, announced on February 13, outlines a strategy to revitalize US shipbuilding and reduce reliance on foreign-built and foreign-flagged vessels, as reported by gCaptain. This initiative is part of a broader effort to strengthen the domestic maritime industry.
Splash247
The Trump administration's Maritime Action Plan has reintroduced a controversial proposal to impose a per-kilogram fee on cargo imported by foreign-built ships, as reported by Splash247. This plan aims to enhance US shipbuilding and could significantly impact global trade dynamics.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that Trump's new maritime action plan includes a proposal for a US port fee on foreign-built vessels. The plan aims to revitalize US shipbuilding with foreign investment.
gCaptain
The White House has introduced a Maritime Action Plan to enhance U.S. seapower, as reported by gCaptain. The plan focuses on implementing vessel fees, establishing a trust fund, and creating maritime zones, but requires Congressional approval to proceed.
Splash247
Cameroon is taking action against shadow ships on its register, following pressure from the EU and Ukraine, as reported by Splash247. The country's flag registry has expanded by 126% over the past year, largely due to Russian-linked tonnage, making it Africa’s third-largest, according to Clarksons Research.
Splash247
The UK shipping industry has expressed concerns over the government's proposal to extend the UK Emissions Trading Scheme to domestic maritime operations starting July 1, 2026, as reported by Splash247. Industry leaders warn that the policy could increase costs and harm island communities without achieving significant emissions reductions.
EMSA
The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) hosted a thematic workshop on evolving maritime challenges as part of the European Coast Guard Functions Forum (ECGFF) programme for 2026. The event took place on 11-12 February at EMSA's premises in Lisbon, organized in collaboration with Italian authorities, according to EMSA.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that the second Trump administration initially focused on enhancing US maritime capabilities, but a recent conference in New York highlighted the limited tangible outcomes so far. The momentum of these initiatives appears to be slowing, as discussed by industry experts at the event.
