Study finds sharp drop in sulfur emissions after IMO 2020
03 Dec

Study finds sharp drop in sulfur emissions after IMO 2020

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime News, ,
(LEEDS, England) — Recent global regulations have significantly reduced sulfur emissions from ships, helping to improve air quality in coastal regions – confirmed by a new international study led by researchers at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science (NCAS). The research, published in Environmental Science: Atmospheres, used aircraft and ground-based instruments to measure sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides emitted by…
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Crowley earns CSA awards for environmental stewardship
03 Dec

Crowley earns CSA awards for environmental stewardship

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(JACKSONVILLE, Fla.) — Crowley has been recognized by the Chamber of Shipping of America (CSA) for its commitment to environmental stewardship, earning Environmental Achievement Awards for 108 Crowley-operated vessels that have collectively earned 958 years without an incident. The awards celebrate companies and mariners who maintain the highest standards of safety and ecological protection. Crowley’s achievement reflects its dedication to…
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Matson deploying advanced whale detection technology
11 Nov

Matson deploying advanced whale detection technology

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(HONOLULU) — Matson has announced a product agreement with WhaleSpotter Corp. to purchase and deploy a groundbreaking whale detection system developed by the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI), making Matson the first container shipping company to deploy this advanced marine protection technology. Developed at WHOI with support from Matson and other contributors, the WhaleSpotter system combines thermal and AI-driven detection,…
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IMO delays adoption of Net-Zero Framework for one year
20 Oct

IMO delays adoption of Net-Zero Framework for one year

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(LONDON) — Governments at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) on Friday decided to postpone for one year the adoption of the world’s first global carbon pricing system for shipping, Safety4Sea reported. The IMO agreed to delay the planned adoption of the Net-Zero Framework (NZF) for one year in a vote during the last day of a session of the Marine…
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IMO emphasizes ocean protection on World Maritime Day
25 Sep

IMO emphasizes ocean protection on World Maritime Day

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime News, ,
(LONDON) — The international shipping industry, which carries over 80 percent of global trade and uses more ocean space than any other sector, is stepping up action to protect the ocean. This year’s World Maritime Day, observed globally on Sept. 25, focuses on the sector’s impact on the marine environment, and what it can do to reduce pollution, curb greenhouse…
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ABS chairman urges IMO ‘timeout’ on net-zero framework
23 Sep

ABS chairman urges IMO ‘timeout’ on net-zero framework

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime News, ,
(LONDON) — Shipping and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) are on different trajectories when it comes to achieving net-zero emissions, with no clear pathway for green fuel availability and infrastructure support, American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) Chairman and CEO Christopher Wiernicki said this month at the launch of the 2025 ABS Sustainability Outlook. "LNG (liquefied natural gas) and biofuels are…
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Wiernicki, Crowley, Maine Maritime among NAMEPA award winners
19 Sep

Wiernicki, Crowley, Maine Maritime among NAMEPA award winners

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(NEW YORK) — The North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) has announced the recipients of the 2025 Marine Environment Protection (MEP) Awards, honoring individuals and organizations that are advancing maritime sustainability through leadership, innovation and dedicated service. For nearly two decades, NAMEPA’s MEP Awards have recognized model individuals and organizations dedicated to protecting the marine environment. This year’s winners…
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Seaspan Energy, Anew to offer renewable LNG on West Coast
13 Aug

Seaspan Energy, Anew to offer renewable LNG on West Coast

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(NORTH VANCOUVER, British Columbia) — Seaspan Energy and Anew Climate have entered into a strategic agreement to offer delivery of renewable liquefied natural gas (R-LNG) to customers on the North American West Coast. As part of the service offering, Anew will supply renewable natural gas (RNG) certified by the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) and provide pre-audit services to…
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New NAMEPA guide connects students to maritime careers
24 Jul

New NAMEPA guide connects students to maritime careers

Professional Mariner StaffLicensing & Training, ,
(WESTON, Conn.) — The North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) has released its newest workforce development and maritime awareness resource: Maritime Exploration Guide, a dynamic and accessible guide created to introduce students, educators, counselors and families to the vast opportunities that exist within the maritime industry. Rooted in NAMEPA’s mission to Save Our Seas, this new guide goes beyond…
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Port of Hueneme deploys second STAX emissions barge
21 Jul

Port of Hueneme deploys second STAX emissions barge

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(PORT HUENEME, Calif.) — The Port of Hueneme celebrated another milestone in maritime sustainability Wednesday with the unveiling of its second STAX Engineering emissions capture and control barge. Just eight barges operate in all of California, with the Port of Hueneme operating two – one at each terminal. The arrival of the second barge, known as STAX 6, underscores the…
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