Panama cancels registration of 107 sanctioned vessels
02 Apr

Panama cancels registration of 107 sanctioned vessels

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime News,
(PANAMA CITY, Panama) — The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) has officially deregistered 107 Panamanian-flagged vessels listed under international sanctions, with an additional 18 currently undergoing the deregistration process. This action is in accordance with Executive Decree No. 512 of Oct. 18, which grants the PMA the authority to unilaterally cancel the registration of vessels, as well as registered individuals and…
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ICS questions rules enforcement by new flag states
24 Feb

ICS questions rules enforcement by new flag states

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime News, ,
(LONDON) — The latest edition of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) table shows the world’s largest flag state administrations continuing to demonstrate high levels of performance with respect to enforcement of global shipping regulations. Eswatini and other new flag states, however, present a distinct concern for maritime industry. Using a wide range of objective performance indicators, the ICS yable provides…
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Legal at sea: Charting the new maritime regulatory landscape
13 Feb

Legal at sea: Charting the new maritime regulatory landscape

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime News, , ,
(ARENDAL, Norway) — Reflecting the ongoing emphasis on environmental protection and sustainable maritime operations, this year sees the implementation of crucial regulations across various domains, from emissions control and fuel efficiency to ship recycling and safety standards. These changes underscore the industry's continuous evolution towards a more environmentally responsible and sustainable future. Below, maritime insurer Gard looks at several of…
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Mexican ship manager fined $1.75M for concealing discharges
01 Nov

Mexican ship manager fined $1.75M for concealing discharges

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime News, ,
(WASHINGTON) — Gremex Shipping S.A. de C.V., a Mexican corporation that managed several ships including the bulk carrier Suhar, pleaded guilty and was sentenced Wednesday for creating and providing false records to the U.S. Coast Guard to conceal the illegal discharge of oily bilge waste into the ocean, which is a felony violation of the Act to Prevent Pollution from…
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Canadian Arctic, Norwegian Sea now emission control areas
07 Oct

Canadian Arctic, Norwegian Sea now emission control areas

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime News, ,
(LONDON) — The International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted significant amendments to MARPOL Annex VI during the 82nd session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) last week, establishing two new Emission Control Areas (ECAs). The amendments designate the Canadian Arctic and the Norwegian Sea as ECAs for nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulfur oxides (SOx) and particulate matter (PM). The new regulations…
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$2 million fine levied for oil dumping; captain faces prison
30 Sep

$2 million fine levied for oil dumping; captain faces prison

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime News, ,
(NEW ORLEANS) — Two corporations that operated the motor tanker PS Dream — Prive Overseas Marine LLC and Prive Shipping Denizcilik Ticaret — were sentenced Thursday in federal court to pay a $2 million criminal penalty and complete four years of probation for concealing an oil discharge from the ship. The companies pleaded guilty in May to charges of conspiracy,…
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AWO applauds California bill on new emissions equipment
06 Sep

AWO applauds California bill on new emissions equipment

Professional Mariner StaffTugboats & Towing,
(ARLINGTON, Va.) — The American Waterways Operators (AWO) is commending the California Legislature's recent passage of Assembly Bill 1122 as a major milestone in protecting mariner safety and port operations stability on the state's waterways. Led by Assemblymember Dr. Jasmeet Bains, D-Bakersfield, AB 1122 protects mariner lives by ensuring that the California Air Resources Board (CARB) cannot require the use…
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Great Lakes shippers praise U.S. inquiry into Canadian rule
31 May

Great Lakes shippers praise U.S. inquiry into Canadian rule

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime News, , , ,
(WASHINGTON) — The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has opened an investigation into a Canadian shipping regulation as a potential unfair trade practice. The FMC noted, “Based on available information, it appears that conditions created by the government of Canada in connection with regulation of ballast water management systems may adversely affect the operation of United States carriers in the…
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Coast Guard won’t enforce new CARB emissions rule
04 Mar

Coast Guard won’t enforce new CARB emissions rule

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime News, ,
(WASHINGTON) — The U.S. Coast Guard says it will not enforce a new California Air Resources Board (CARB) regulation pertaining to commercial harbor craft, citing safety concerns, The Center Square reported. The Coast Guard and business organizations oppose CARB's requirement that owners and operators of commercial harbor craft install diesel particulate filters (DPFs), which have been linked to a number…
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AWO urges Gov. Newsom to delay enforcing CARB rule
01 Mar

AWO urges Gov. Newsom to delay enforcing CARB rule

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime News, ,
(ARLINGTON, Va.) — In a Feb. 22 letter, Jennifer Carpenter, president and CEO of the American Waterways Operators (AWO), asked California Gov. Gavin Newsom to delay deadlines or enforcement of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) commercial harbor craft rule due to safety issues and lack of the EPA-required authorization. Carpenter pointed out that technical experts have not approved diesel…
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