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The ICC International Maritime Bureau has published its annual piracy report, which details the incidents of piracy and armed robberies in 2020. The Gulf of Guinea saw the highest ever number of crew kidnapped in 2020.
ESG has gone from a buzzword to either a controversial topic or one that lacks clarity within maritime and beyond; the only thing for certain is that it is here to stay. Yet the remains a lot of uncertainty around what it means for the maritime world and how to best optimise its full potential. The World ESG Forum is a newly established think tank which aims to simplify ESG, make it practical for the maritime sector and beyond to use it as an opportunity to stand apart and make an impact. In this presentation, the Forum's Chair, Gina Panayiotou , will delve into: The business case for ESG How many aspects of maritime affairs it impacts (From regulatory compliance and reporting, such as CSRD, human rights, seafarer wellbeing, diversity and inclusion, energy transition, decarbonisation and even financing of newbuild projects.) How to assess your scope of influence & engage stakeholders How to avoid greenwashing Formulating business strategy to get it right!
IBIA - The International Bunker Industry Association and BIMCO have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on some of the monumental challenges and opportunities within the areas of bunker, marine energy and maritime sectors and help facilitate shipping’s decarbonisation efforts.
From 2019 new mandatory requirements on electronic exchange of information will require public authorities to establish systems to assist ship clearance processes.
Recent amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006, are set to come into effect in December 2024. Key changes include modifications to recruitment, repatriation, recreational facilities, food and catering, medical care, and accident prevention. This article provides an overview of the significant updates.
The 2018 amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006, as amended ( MLC,2006) will enter into force on 26 December 2020. BIMCO advises on what these amendments are and how shipowners/ managers/ operators can achieve compliance accordingly.
Companies want and should celebrate the women in the maritime industry. But not all women feel comfortable being celebrated, as it can make them feel singled out. Some feel it might create the impression that they are being given special treatment, while others shy away from the spotlight and just want to get on with their jobs and be treated fairly.
BIMCO’s Chief Shipping Analyst Peter Sand will moderate the “Dry Bulk Market Outlook: Sustaining Cautious Optimism for Calmer Waters” panel discussion, scheduled for 23 November at 16:00-17:30. Peter Sand will be joined by Burak Cetinok, Head of Research at Arrow Shipbroking Group and Angad Banga, Chief Operating Officer at The Caravel Group.
