ASEAN countries launch project to protect marine environment

Seven countries in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have launched…

PH files accession instruments to 6 IMO conventions

The Philippines on April 24 and June 6 this year deposited instruments…

Shipping industry calls on IMO to resolve key sulfur cap issues

The shipping industry is urging member states of the International Maritime Organization…

PPA removes maximum limit for assessment of vessel charges

The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has lifted the 50,000 gross tonnage (GT)…

Ship owners warn of ‘sulfur cap chaos’ in 2020

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) said it fears “chaos and confusion”…

New Marina chief unveils 14-point agenda for agency

Newly appointed Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) administrator retired General Rey Leonardo Guerrero…

PH to stage mock maritime audit to discover gaps before 2021 IMO state audit

The Philippines, led by the Maritime Industry Authority (Marina), is drawing up…

IMO marine committee set to adopt initial GHG strategy for shipping

The adoption of an initial strategy to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions…

HK gov’t to update merchant shipping safety laws

The Hong Kong government is proposing to amend regulations under the Merchant…

PH Senate adopts 7 maritime treaties

The Philippine Senate has adopted seven maritime treaties, including two resolutions concurring…