All regulations articles
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NewsINTERVIEW: Ports under pressure: ‘It will work, because it has to’
Whether it’s offshore energy, emissions, autonomy, electrification, digitalisation, national resilience or a host of other changes, the port is in many ways the key to a successful transition - but the infrastructure, investment model and regulatory framework aren’t keeping pace. UK Harbour Masters Association executive officer Captain Martin Willis talks to Maritime Journal about the challenges.
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NewsUK’s first multi-berth shore power system switches on
Portsmouth International Port has begun supplying shore power to ferries and cruise ships in what it says is the UK’s first multi-berth, multi-user, multi-frequency shore power system.
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NewsWorkboat Code 3: Vibration monitoring will redefine workboat operations
The publication of Workboat Code Edition 3 (WB3) marks one of the most significant regulatory updates for the UK workboat sector in more than a decade.
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NewsOcealis to reveal maritime operations platform
Seawork sponsor and exhibitor Ocealis will launch a system intended to bring vessel management, crew administration, maintenance and compliance into a single platform.
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NewsAutonomy at sea: Navigate upcoming rules with IMCA
Join speakers from the International Marine Contractors’ Association (IMCA) to look at where we are with global regulations in shipping when it comes to autonomy.
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NewsVessel operators warned: Act now or face penalties
More regulations could be about to hit vessel operators and owners thanks to EU legislation that the UK is likely to emulate.
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NewsUncertain times: Emissions regs for workboats
In an environment of rapidly developing emissions regulations for shipping, workboat owners may understandably feel uncertain as to what is relevant to them and how they should they respond contractually.
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NewsUnder attack: Tugs prime target of cyber criminals
With costs of $100,000 a day for a stranded ship, the growing threat of cyber hackers is a growing concern to industry, which needs to step up its defence, speakers at a session at last week’s Europort said.
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NewsFuel’s gold: How maritime’s green rush misses real diesel deal
As the IMO looks to double down on carbon penalties, one innovator warns that shipping is wasting its time on alternative fuels while smarter diesel reform could deliver immediate, measurable emission cuts.
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NewsUrgent call for opinions before workboat CO2 rules imposed
The Workboat Association (WA) has released an urgent reminder to small vessel owners in the UK to respond to the government’s Call for Evidence about decarbonisation legislation.
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NewsCalls for maritime electrification safety standards
Certification society Bureau Veritas says safety regulations need to be clarified as maritime electrification technologies gain traction.
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NewsEU mission to overturn Jones Act revealed
The European Commission has paid a media firm €7,000 to produce ‘TikTok-style’ videos to lobby the US government to overturn or amend the Jones Act.
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NewsIndustry leaders gather at IMCA global summit
While offshore wind is on the cusp of a new wave, there are challenges ahead, said speakers at the International Marine Contractors Association Global Summit on Tuesday.
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NewsMCA publishes draft towing guidance
The increasing number of floating and partially submerged offshore structures has prompted the UK’s Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) to set out draft guidance on towing requirements.
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NewsSmaller ships warned: Prepare NOW for major rule changes
In January it will be mandatory for ships between 400GT and 5,000GT to have a EU MRV monitoring plan in place. Rajat Bishnoi, from Normec Verifavia, warns that vessel operators should start to prepare NOW.
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NewsViking urges early PFOS foam replacement
Viking Life-Saving Equipment urges ship owners to switch to fluorine-free firefighting foams ahead of impending regulations.
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NewsMore emissions rules ahead: UK government launches probe
The UK has launched a Call for Evidence to look at extending its Emissions Control Area around the country.
