The below is a press release from the Global Strategic Communications Council (GSCC):
Total number of signatory countries revealed at this week’s press conference in Paris was 44 – three more signed up last week – from every part of the world.
This makes it the largest grouping heading into crucial IMO discussions on reducing the greenhouse gas emissions of the shipping sector, which start April 3 next week.
Chile, Peru and Mexico signed up from Latin America, further isolating Brazil’s opposition to any outright cap on shipping’s CO2 emissions.
New Zealand Embassy’s Roger Dungan: “The fact that we’re far away surrounded by ocean doesn’t excuse us from taking action. Innovation is our friend… Our new government is thinking hard about how our economy is switching to a low-carbon future.”
Dirk-Jan Nieuwenhuis at Netherlands Embassy: “Netherlands is not opposed to speed limits for shipping, as long as they don’t distort trade.”
“The future of the shipping industry hangs on the MEPC72 meeting,” said John Maggs, Seas at Risk. “I have been to IMO meetings for many years, and going down the middle might work with some pollution issues, but on greenhouse gases if you go down that middle option, that has Japan’s name on it, you will fail to tackle climate change.”
“In about 12 years’ time, the majority of newbuild vessels will need to have zero greenhouse gas emissions” Tristan Smith, UCL
Henric Rasbrant, Ministre Conseiller at Swedish Embassy: “Our industry has been very active on decarbonizing shipping. Our Swedish industry organization is targeting zero carbon by 2050… We are open to collaboration with all.”
Photo credit: International Maritime Organization
Published: 29 March, 2018
‘We are highly satisfied to see the initial results showing an immediate effect on reducing the vessel’s fuel consumption,’ says company statement.
To initially focus on testing and trials of existing proven technologies on ships under their command, they state.
Government agencies at all levels and port units in Zhoushan have worked together to resolve issues such as crew shifts during the pandemic and more.
NYK Trading Corporation to bring ESS propulsion to small vessels such as tugboats, short distance ferries and merchant vessels for domestic market.
The Aldan's most recent port of call may have been in Venezuela as the tanker was alleged to have entered Venezuelan waters with gasoline cargo last month.
Both China and Singapore are committed to meeting their sustainability goals under the Paris Agreement, and have embarked on green finance agendas.
Webinar will offer delegates insights on the prevention of operational issues when using VLSFOs, along with an update on biofuels and bunker fuel quality trends for 2021 and its forecast for the current year.
Heating VLSFOs to prevent cold flow issues causes issues related to distillate ageing, and there is a gentle balance to be maintained when handling the product.
Research into n-paraffin distribution of VLSFOs has shown that they not only differ from MGO, but significantly differ from each other as well, states bulletin.
Bunker Holding and Dan-Bunkering have decided not to appeal the city court ruling in the case where the companies were on trial for breaching EU sanctions against Syria, states USTC.
Poll shows market participants think Singapore’s future as a bunkering hub in the near term will be impacted most by growth in alternative bunker fuels and intensifying competition from other ports in Asia.
‘We will now take the necessary time to consider and evaluate the verdict and the premises of the verdict thoroughly before making any decision of whether to appeal to a higher court,’ informs company.
