News

On 10 October 2025, China's Ministry of Transport announced special port fees for ships that are owned by US entities, other organisations, and individuals; ships operated by US entities, other organisations, and individuals...

Erin Walton

Assistant Corporate Director

In today’s hyper-connected world, seafarers and shoreside staff alike are exposed to a relentless stream of global news. From geopolitical unrest to climate emergencies, the headlines rarely pause, and neither does our access to them.

Emma MacCarthy

Loss Prevention Officer

The Australian Maritime Authority has released updated guidance concerning the use of Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems (EGCS) in Australian waters. Marine Notice 2025/04 now supersedes Marine Notice 2022/12, aligning national regulations with the 0.05% m/m sulphur limit mandated under MARPOL Annex VI and domestic legislation.

Emma Forbes-Gearey

Loss Prevention Officer

This year’s World Maritime Day, and its theme of “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity”, underline the vital role oceans play in sustaining life, livelihoods, and the global economy. Our oceans provide half of the oxygen we breathe, feed billions of people, regulate the climate, and enable over 80% of global trade.

Simon Hodgkinson

Global Head of Loss Prevention

In the face of climate change, vessel owners and operators must make strategic decisions in an increasingly complex environment. Shipping carries around 80% of world trade but is also responsible for around 3% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.