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Accelleron Receives ClassNK Certification for LOREKA360° Tools
Regulation & Class

Accelleron Receives ClassNK Certification for LOREKA360° Tools

Switzerland-based Accelleron has earned ClassNK certification for its LOREKA360° digital suite, including the Tekomar XPERT Engine and Emissions Desk tools.

01 Oct 2026
GTT Marine and Normec Verifavia Streamline Emissions Reporting Regulation & Class

GTT Marine and Normec Verifavia Streamline Emissions Reporting

GTT Marine and Normec Verifavia integrate their platforms to automate emissions data exchange, supporting compliance with EU ETS, FuelEU Maritime, and IMO regulations.

01 Oct 2026
International Green Shipping Corridor Alliance Launched in Beijing Regulation & Class

International Green Shipping Corridor Alliance Launched in Beijing

The International Green Shipping Corridor Alliance was inaugurated in Beijing with 45 founding members to foster sustainable shipping practices.

28 Sep 2026
IMO Focuses on Rule Implementation for Maritime Excellence Regulation & Class

IMO Focuses on Rule Implementation for Maritime Excellence

The International Maritime Organization highlights the importance of implementing maritime regulations to ensure safety and resilience in shipping.

27 Sep 2026
Trump Renewed Attacks on IMO Net-Zero Framework at UN
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Trump Renewed Attacks on IMO Net-Zero Framework at UN

US President Donald Trump criticises IMO's proposed global carbon tax, warning of increased shipping costs and no 'global taxes' while in office.

26 Sep 2026
Shipping faces 2030 zero-emission targets delay as policy uncertainty lingers
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Shipping faces 2030 zero-emission targets delay as policy uncertainty lingers

A new report highlights the shipping industry’s growing risk of missing 2030 zero-emission fuel targets due to regulatory uncertainty and mixed progress.

24 Sep 2026
Hanwha Ocean and HD HHI Secure Key Approvals for Ammonia Fuel Transition
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Hanwha Ocean and HD HHI Secure Key Approvals for Ammonia Fuel Transition

Hanwha Ocean and HD HHI receive key approvals from ABS for ammonia fuel systems, marking a significant step towards cleaner maritime operations.

22 Sep 2026
LNG shipping companies launch trial to validate continuous emissions measurement
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LNG shipping companies launch trial to validate continuous emissions measurement

Four industry partners are collaborating to independently verify the accuracy of onboard CO2 monitoring systems, aiming for improved emissions reporting.

18 Sep 2026
US House Votes to Overturn California's At-Berth Shore Power Rule
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US House Votes to Overturn California's At-Berth Shore Power Rule

The US House of Representatives has passed legislation to overturn California’s shore power requirement, setting up a Senate vote and highlighting.

17 Sep 2026
Iran expands Strait of Hormuz blacklist to 77 ships amid sanctions
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Iran expands Strait of Hormuz blacklist to 77 ships amid sanctions

The Iranian authority has added 20 new vessels to its non-compliant list, aiming to hike insurance costs and disrupt trading for disfavored operators.

15 Sep 2026
IMO Net-Zero Framework Holds Ground in Latest Climate Talks
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IMO Net-Zero Framework Holds Ground in Latest Climate Talks

Following weeks of negotiations, delegates agree on core architecture but key details remain unresolved. A meta description of ongoing efforts to decarbonize shipping.

09 Sep 2026
LNG Retrofit Offers Quickest Payback for Shipowners
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LNG Retrofit Offers Quickest Payback for Shipowners

WinGD's latest report reveals LNG retrofits offer the fastest financial return among alternative fuels, with a payback period of six years, though higher.

07 Sep 2026
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