Latest maritime regulations updates and reports
Seatrade Maritime
Senior leaders in the shipping industry are addressing regulatory challenges and infrastructure needs to shape the future of global trade, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The CMA Shipping 2026 session highlights emerging opportunities within the sector.
Splash247
Wah Kwong's Venture Energy has signed an agreement with Shanghai Shenji Energy to secure ISCC EU-certified green methanol, with the first deliveries expected in the first half of 2026, as reported by Splash247. This move is part of Wah Kwong's strategy to expand its low-carbon marine fuel offerings.
Splash247
Splash247 reports that the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has banned a bulk carrier from entering Australian ports due to unpaid wages, highlighting the importance of adhering to the Maritime Labour Convention. The AMSA emphasizes that maritime employers must ensure timely payment of wages and adequate living conditions for seafarers.
Splash247
Sunil Kapoor explores the complexities of emissions accountability during conflicts, particularly when vessels are no longer under the original operator's control, as reported by Splash247. The article delves into the intricacies of meeting EU ETS compliance deadlines for emissions reporting.
Seatrade Maritime
The Liberian Registry is urging the maritime industry to strengthen compliance checks for seafarers, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The registry is enhancing its digital compliance systems to ensure legitimate operations in seafarer applications and credentials.
Splash247
France is intensifying its crackdown on illicit tanker activities by planning to double penalties for vessels operating without proper flags or non-compliance with authorities, as reported by Splash247. This move is part of a draft update to the country's military planning law aimed at curbing Russia-linked shadow fleet operations.
Splash247
Panama Ports Company, a subsidiary of CK Hutchison from Hong Kong, has initiated arbitration proceedings against Maersk, accusing the company of attempting to replace its operations in the Panama Canal, as reported by Splash247. This legal action accompanies an existing case Hutchison has filed against the Panamanian government regarding the cancellation of its concessions earlier this year.
gCaptain
The Liberian Registry is calling for shipowners, managers, and crewing agencies to bolster seafarer compliance frameworks due to increasing global sanctions enforcement, as reported by gCaptain. This move comes as the world’s largest flag state seeks to mitigate risks associated with rising sanctions.
gCaptain
The Trump administration is moving to reunify offshore regulators that were split following the Deepwater Horizon disaster, marking a significant shift in the oversight model, as reported by gCaptain. This reunification aims to streamline regulatory processes in offshore drilling.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that the Bahamas has upgraded its maritime regulatory framework, focusing on areas such as registration, fees, marine safety investigations, inspections, and seafarer standards. These changes aim to improve the overall safety and efficiency of maritime operations in the region.
