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Maritime industry shines at RINA Annual Dinner

Maritime industry shines at RINA Annual Dinner

The Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA) held its highly anticipated Annual Dinner at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in Holborn for the second consecutive year, drawing an impressive crowd of 370 attendees. The event, marked by distinguished speeches, prestigious awards, and significant networking opportunities, celebrated the advancements and contributions within the maritime industry. […]

Mandatory Maritime Single Window accelerates global shipping digitalisation

Mandatory Maritime Single Window accelerates global shipping digitalisation

In a leap towards promoting connectivity in the maritime sector, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has announced the mandatory Maritime Single Window (MSW). As of January 1, 2024, governments worldwide are obligated to employ this digital platform for efficient information exchange between ships, ports, and government agencies. The MSW, which comes under the Convention on […]

RINA conference provides intense debate on CII rating system and maritime decarbonisation

RINA conference provides intense debate on CII rating system and maritime decarbonisation

The Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA) concluded its technical conference on Managing CII and Associated Challenges this week on 17th January. The conference painted a revealing picture of the maritime industry at a pivotal moment as it delved into the adoption of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) rating system.    […]

From metrics to measures: IMO’s Carbon Intensity Indicator one year on

From metrics to measures: IMO’s Carbon Intensity Indicator one year on

Whether you consider it a utilitarian solution for determining shipping’s contribution towards greenhouse gas emissions, or an inherently flawed regulatory instrument that fails to grasp the nuances of ship operations, IMO’s Carbon Intensity Indicator is now an inescapable reality. By 31 March 2024, shipowners should have submitted their calculated CII to their nominated Data Collection […]

RINA conference explores maritime carbon intensity solutions and sustainable practices

RINA conference explores maritime carbon intensity solutions and sustainable practices

The Royal Institution of Naval Architects’ (RINA) Technical Conference on Managing CII and Associated Challenges began today at the International Maritime Organization’s Headquarters in London.   The conference, the first of its kind organised by RINA,  provided a comprehensive exploration of Carbon Intensity Indicators (CII) and the profound impact the rating system will have on the […]

IMO Assembly concludes with adoption of ambitious six-year Strategic Plan

IMO Assembly concludes with adoption of ambitious six-year Strategic Plan

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) concluded its 33rd session on 6 December 2023. A total of 175 IMO Member States and three Associate Members deliberated on crucial matters, adopting a strategic plan, budget, and a series of resolutions to shape the maritime industry’s future.   As per tradition, the Assembly commenced with the annual IMO Awards […]

IMO Secretary-General to speak at 2024 RINA Annual Dinner

IMO Secretary-General to speak at 2024 RINA Annual Dinner

We are thrilled to announce that Mr. Arsenio Dominguez Velasco, Secretary-General elect of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) will be joining us as the Principal Guest and Speaker for the Royal Institution of Naval Architects’ 2024 Annual Dinner in May next year. Mr. Dominguez is currently Director of IMO’s Marine Environment Division. He joined the […]

RINA’s Technical Director presents at IMO

RINA’s Technical Director presents at IMO

Thursday 28th September marked World Maritime Day, the annual event to highlight shipping’s importance to global trade to the wider public and the contribution of those involved in the maritime industry. It’s also increasingly an opportunity to raise awareness of other marine concerns, such as environmental protection. This year it also doubled as a celebration […]

Oil transfer finally begins for stricken FSO Safer

Oil transfer finally begins for stricken FSO Safer

The salvage of the stricken oil tanker FSO Safer reached another milestone recently as the transfer of oil from the vessel finally got underway. The floating storage and offloading unit (FSO) is located 4.8 nautical miles off the coast of Yemen. The vessel has been increasingly deteriorating since it was abandoned in 2015.  Dutch salvage […]