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IMO net-zero shipping talks to resume in 2026

Source: International Maritime Organization (IMO) The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has agreed to adjourn the extraordinary session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC), which was convened this week (14 to 17 October 2025) to consider the adoption of draft amendments to MARPOL Annex VI, including the IMO Net-Zero Framework.   The extraordinary session will be

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Gard Crew Claims Report 2025 – What the Numbers Say About Life at Sea

Seafarers are the backbone of global trade, but life at sea comes with unique risks and challenges. The Gard Crew Claims Report 2025 takes a close look at illnesses, injuries, and fatalities reported in 2024, offering insights into what these cases reveal about the wellbeing and safety of crew members worldwide. The findings show that:

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IMO targets seafarer fatigue, work and rest hours, and harassment at sea

IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee seeks stronger compliance with global safety management standards to protect crew welfare The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is taking action to ensure that ships worldwide are safely managed and operated, with a renewed focus on seafarer issues such as work and rest hours, fatigue, and violence and harassment, including sexual harassment,

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