Government

Maritime Growth Study evidence published to boost British competitiveness

Posted on by News Hound
The results of an industry consultation the Maritime Growth Study are now available on GOV.UK
The results of an industry consultation the Maritime Growth Study are now available on GOV.UK

Shipping Minister Robert Goodwill welcomes milestone as a major report continues into Britain’s maritime industries. Reforms and ideas to drive the UK’s position as a leading maritime nation have been published. The work will be used by the chair of the Maritime Growth Study, Lord Mountevans, as he examines how Britain’s maritime industries can build on their multi-billion pound contribution to the economy.

The results of an industry consultation are now available on GOV.UK alongside an independent report into the international competitiveness of the UK maritime sector. A report commissioned by Maritime and Coastguard Agency has also been published. This report provides an industry perspective on the performance of the UK Ship Register and gives recommendations on how it can become more internationally competitive, subsequently boosting the number of ships flying the UK Flag.

Continue reading “Maritime Growth Study evidence published to boost British competitiveness”

ERM delivers Nicaragua canal project study

Posted on by News Hound
Manuel Román from ERM presents the ESIA report to the Nicaragua Canal Project Commission. Image: El 19 Digital
Manuel Román from ERM presents the ESIA report to the Nicaragua Canal Project Commission. Image: El 19 Digital

On 31st May, 2015, the HKND Group received the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) report, completed by the British company Environmental Resources Management (ERM) for the Interoceanic Nicaragua Canal Project and presented to the Government of Nicaragua in the Capital City of Managua.

Xu Changbao, General Manager of HKND’s Nicaragua Office, received the ESIA report from Manuel Román (senior consultant of ERM) and handed it over to the President of the Nicaragua Canal Commission (Manuel Coronel) and the Minister of the Environment and Natural Resources of Nicaragua (Juana Argeñal).

Continue reading “ERM delivers Nicaragua canal project study”

Norwegian government maritime strategy unveiled

Posted on by News Hound
Sturla Henriksen, CEO of the Norwegian Shipowners’ Association says the Norwegian government maritime strategy is positive and a step forward
Sturla Henriksen, CEO of the Norwegian Shipowners’ Association says the Norwegian government maritime strategy is positive and a step forward

The Norwegian government maritime strategy that has been presented is both positive and proactive. There are important measures to bolster the Norwegian flag registers and strengthen the competitive advantage of Norwegian seafarers and maritime companies operating in tough international competition.

“The strategy takes a broad approach and forms a solid foundation which should allow Norway to maintain our leading position, even in challenging times,” says Sturla Henriksen, CEO of the Norwegian Shipowners’ Association.

Continue reading “Norwegian government maritime strategy unveiled”

India and Bangladesh agree new coastal shipping arrangement

Posted on by News Hound

DSC_0200The union cabinet has approved an agreement on coastal shipping between India and Bangladesh for coastal movement of goods between the two countries.

“Exim trade between India and Bangladesh would be benefited by way of reduction in freight charges. It will also improve the utilisation of port capacities of Indian ports and open up new opportunity for Indian coastal vessels. It will also help in decongestion of roads especially at the land custom stations/integrated check posts at the Indo-Bangladesh boarder,” an official statement said.

Continue reading “India and Bangladesh agree new coastal shipping arrangement”

New life for coastal shipping: Australian Government plan announced

Posted on by News Hound
The Australian Government has announced plans that are likely to have a big effect on coastal shipping
The Australian Government has announced plans that are likely to have a big effect on coastal shipping

Deputy Prime Minister Warren Truss outlined the Government’s plan to simplify coastal shipping regulation at a luncheon of shipping companies, unions and maritime stakeholders, hosted by Shipping Australia Limited.

“These changes are urgently needed,” Shipping Australia CEO, Rod Nairn said. “Moving long-haul freight by sea is four times more environmentally efficient than rail, and twenty times more efficient than road, in terms of green-house gas emissions.

Continue reading “New life for coastal shipping: Australian Government plan announced”

IMO set to adopt Polar code from January 2017

Posted on by News Hound
At its 68th session the Marine Environment Protection Committee of the International Maritime Organization adopted the Polar code
At its 68th session the Marine Environment Protection Committee of the International Maritime Organization adopted the Polar code

The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) met for its 68th session from 11 to 15 May 2015 to discuss the polar code.

The MEPC adopted the environmental requirements of the Polar Code and associated MARPOL amendments to make the Code mandatory; adopted amendments to MARPOL related to tanks for oil residues; designated an extension to the Great Barrier Reef and Torres Strait Particularly Sensitive Sea Area (PSSA); and furthered its work on implementation of air pollution and energy efficiency measures and the Ballast Water Management Convention.

Continue reading “IMO set to adopt Polar code from January 2017”

The government of British Columbia sets out an LNG investment plan

Posted on by News Hound

bcAgreements reached between the government of B.C. and Pacific NorthWest LNG establish the path to a final investment decision on the project and set the stage for a potential US$36-billion investment in Northern B.C. that will be a key driver of jobs and economic activity in the province.

B.C. Premier Christy Clark and Michael Culbert, president of Pacific NorthWest LNG, signed a memorandum of understanding that sets out the steps leading toward ratification of a project development agreement between government and the company. Michael de Jong, Minister of Finance, signed the project development agreement on behalf of government, which initiates a ratification process by both the company and the British Columbia Legislature. Rich Coleman, Deputy Premier and Minister of Natural Gas Development, signed the Province’s long-term royalty agreement with the company.

Continue reading “The government of British Columbia sets out an LNG investment plan”

UK Government urged to get its slice of the valuable maritime sector

Posted on by News Hound

Red Ship in PortFollowing the election of the new Conservative Government in the UK, Nautilus has welcomed new research showing that the maritime sector is worth almost £10bn a year to the UK economy.

A report from Oxford Economics values the combined direct contribution of the UK maritime services sector – including the shipping, ports and business services industries – to have been £9.9bn in 2013.

The sector directly employed a total of 239,200 people in 2013 and the combined direct contribution of maritime industries to the exchequer was £2.5bn.

Continue reading “UK Government urged to get its slice of the valuable maritime sector”

Regional maritime regulation causing problems says ICS Chairman

Posted on by News Hound
Masamichi Morooka, Chairman of the International Chamber of Shipping, has warned about the dangers of regional maritime regulation in an address to the Singapore Shipping Association
Masamichi Morooka, Chairman of the International Chamber of Shipping, has warned about the dangers of regional maritime regulation in an address to the Singapore Shipping Association

Addressing members of the Singapore Shipping Association the Chairman of the International Chamber of Shipping, Masamichi Morooka, warned about the dangers of regional maritime regulation being adopted by governments at variance to the global maritime Conventions adopted by IMO.

“Global rules for a global shipping industry is not just a slogan,” said Mr Morooka before criticising the approaches to the regulation of shipping being pursued by the United States and the European Union.

Mr Morooka began by highlighting the big problem caused by the different ballast water treatment regime that applies in the United States to that adopted by the IMO through the Ballast Water Management Convention. Continue reading “Regional maritime regulation causing problems says ICS Chairman”

Nautilus demands action following enclosed space deaths

Posted on by News Hound
As a result of recent enclosed space deaths affecting seafarers Nautilus is calling for action
As a result of recent enclosed space deaths affecting seafarers Nautilus is calling for action

Nautilus International is calling for the UK to lead a ‘new and concerted drive to end the appalling litany’ of enclosed space deaths that are currently affecting seafarer.

The Union has written to shipping minister John Hayes following the latest incident, in which two seafarers died in a cargo hold of the Isle of Man flagged Carisbrooke Shipping general cargo vessel Sally Ann C last month.

Investigations into the incident – which took place off the coast of west Africa – are underway, but it is known that the chief officer and chief engineer died after entering a hold where timber was stowed and the second officer had to be rescued after losing consciousness when he went to the aid of his colleagues.

Continue reading “Nautilus demands action following enclosed space deaths”

Proposed French yacht tax labelled a disaster by ECPY

Posted on by News Hound
ECPY calls on the French government to reject the proposed new yacht tax in French waters
ECPY calls on the French government to reject the proposed new yacht tax in French waters

The European Committee for Professional Yachting (ECPY) has likened the proposed tax on yachts in French waters to what happened in Sardinia between 2006 and 2009. According to ECPY, this legislation, if passed, would have a profound and potentially catastrophic effect.

In January, the French Senate introduced a bill to tax yachts that were cruising in any of the 322 French managed marine areas, representing almost a quarter of the country’s territorial waters. But the bill was kicked out by the National Assembly as they realised the damaging effect it could have on what is a lucrative industry and popular leisure pastime.

Continue reading “Proposed French yacht tax labelled a disaster by ECPY”

Scottish Minister calls on UK Government to extend funding for emergency towing vehicles

Posted on by News Hound
Scottish Minister, Richard Lochhead, calls for funding for emergency towing vehicles to be extended
Scottish Minister, Richard Lochhead, calls for funding for emergency towing vehicles to be extended

The provision for Emergency Towing Vehicles should be reviewed immediately and extended beyond March 2016, Richard Lochhead said during the recent national marine plan debate.

This call comes as a result of the recent sinking of the Cemfjord and the grounding of a large cargo ship Lysblink Seaways at Ardnamurchan Point.

The UK Government must reassure maritime industries that emergency tug provision is available across Scotland’s waters including the Western Isles and the west coast of Scotland. Marine industries bring approximately £18 billion into the Scottish economy and there must be adequate provision to protect these interests and the marine environment itself. The Scottish Government is committed to ensuring that the development of Scotland’s seas stay within environmental limits, which is why we have developed this plan. The plan outlines the Government’s vision for the sustainable development and use of the marine environment. It provides clarity and flexibility to developers and decision makers on Scotland’s priorities for sustainable use of the sea.

Continue reading “Scottish Minister calls on UK Government to extend funding for emergency towing vehicles”

Instagram Posts from the IIMS @iimsmarine

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful.

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Strictly Necessary Cookie should be enabled at all times so that we can save your preferences for cookie settings.

Show details
Performance & Marketing Cookies

This website uses Google Analytics to collect anonymous information such as the number of visitors to the site, and the most popular pages. This also helps us optimise our marketing campaigns. User data sent to Google Analytics may be used for ad personalization and measurement of our ad campaigns. Keeping this cookie enabled helps us to improve our website.

Show details
Powered by  GDPR Cookie Compliance