Marine Regulatory

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted Resolution MEPC.355(78), introducing Interim Guidelines on Correction Factors and Voyage Adjustments for Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) Calculations. These guidelines refine MARPOL Annex VI implementation, ensuring fairness in CII performance assessments. Key Updates Adjustments for Special Voyages Correction Factors for Energy Consumption Reporting and […]

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted Resolution MEPC.354(78), updating the Guidelines on the Operational Carbon Intensity Rating of Ships (CII Rating Guidelines, G4). These guidelines define how ships are rated based on their carbon intensity performance under MARPOL Annex VI. Key Aspects of the CII Rating System Performance Rating

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted Resolution MEPC.353(78), issuing updated Guidelines on the Reference Lines for Operational Carbon Intensity Indicators (CII Reference Lines Guidelines, G2). These guidelines provide a standardized framework for assessing and benchmarking carbon intensity performance in the maritime sector. Key Aspects of the CII Reference Lines

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted Resolution MEPC.352(78), issuing updated guidelines for Operational Carbon Intensity Indicators (CII) and Calculation Methods. These guidelines refine the implementation of MARPOL Annex VI, reinforcing global efforts to reduce shipping emissions. Key Updates Standardized CII Calculation Compliance and Performance Ratings Alternative CII Metrics for

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted Resolution MEPC.339(76), updating guidelines for the Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) Phase 3. These revisions reinforce MARPOL Annex VI regulations, ensuring stricter emissions standards for newly built ships. Key Updates Stricter Energy Efficiency Standards Compliance and Verification Adoption of Low-Carbon Technologies Impact on

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted Resolution MEPC.338(76), establishing guidelines on carbon intensity reduction factors for international shipping. These guidelines align with MARPOL Annex VI and support the Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI) and Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) frameworks. Key Provisions Carbon Intensity Reduction Targets Compliance and Enforcement

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted Resolution MEPC.337(76), issuing revised guidelines for the Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI). These guidelines align with MARPOL Annex VI regulations, reinforcing carbon intensity reduction in the shipping industry. Key Aspects of the Revised EEXI Guidelines Compliance and Verification Energy Efficiency Measures Regulatory

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted Resolution MEPC.336(76), establishing guidelines on Operational Carbon Intensity Indicators (CII). These guidelines support the implementation of MARPOL Annex VI regulations to reduce carbon emissions in international shipping. Key Aspects of the Guidelines Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) Framework Data Collection and Reporting Performance Improvement

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted Resolution MEPC.278(70), introducing amendments to MARPOL Annex VI to establish a fuel oil consumption data collection system for ships. These amendments aim to enhance transparency and support global carbon reduction efforts in the shipping industry. Key Amendments Mandatory Data Collection Verification and Compliance

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has released MEPC.1/Circ.876, providing a sample format for the Confirmation of Compliance with Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) Part II. This ensures smooth implementation of the MARPOL Annex VI amendments on fuel oil consumption data collection. Key Requirements SEEMP Part II Verification Confirmation of

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted Resolution MEPC.349(78), introducing the 2022 Guidelines for the Development and Management of the IMO Ship Fuel Oil Consumption Database. This update enhances transparency and ensures anonymized data collection for emissions monitoring. Key Updates Strengthened Data Collection and Anonymization Enhanced Reporting Framework Annual Reporting

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted Resolution MEPC.348(78), updating guidelines for Administration verification of ship fuel oil consumption data and operational carbon intensity. This aligns with MARPOL Annex VI and enhances transparency in carbon intensity reporting. Key Updates Strengthened Verification Procedures New Administrative Responsibilities Impact on the Maritime Sector

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted Resolution MEPC.346(78), issuing the 2022 Guidelines for the Development of a Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP). These guidelines support compliance with MARPOL Annex VI and aim to improve the carbon intensity of international shipping. Key SEEMP Updates Three-Part SEEMP Framework Strengthened Carbon

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has released MEPC.1/Circ.871/Rev.1, providing guidance for submitting fuel oil consumption data from ships registered under non-Party States to MARPOL Annex VI. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and global participation in emissions monitoring. Key Provisions Voluntary Data Submission Role of Recognized Organizations Impact on the

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted Resolution MEPC.388(81), amending the 2022 Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) Guidelines. These updates refine fuel consumption data collection methods and align with global efforts to reduce maritime emissions. Key Amendments New Consumer Type Definition The updated guidelines introduce a “consumer type” category,