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MSC Cruises, Explora Journeys ‘on track’ to reach net-zero emissions by 2050

03 Jun 2026by Jamey Bergman

The MSC Group-owned cruise businesses say they had achieved IMO’s 2030 carbon intensity reduction target by 2025

How cruise ships handle the dirty business of wastewater

22 May 2026by Paul Morgan

Modern cruise ships, which can generate vast amounts of wastewater, use advanced onboard treatment systems to keep the seas pristine and their reputations intact

Regulations & Compliance Shipbuilding & Design

Vast Emissions Control Area adopted by IMO at MEPC 84

01 May 2026by John Snyder

Described as the world’s largest ECA, the newly adopted North-East Atlantic area will connect with seven other emissions control areas to clamp down on SOx and particulate matter emitted by international shipping

Regulations & Compliance

Everllence questions the viability of IMO GHG Strategy as NZF uncertainty ‘freezes’ investment in retrofits

27 Apr 2026by John Snyder

As MEPC 84 opens in London, a major two‑stroke engine designer is questioning whether the IMO’s GHG strategy can succeed without clarity on NZF needed to unlock large‑scale retrofit investment

Fleet Performance & Maintenance Propulsion Regulations & Compliance

Marine engineers offer 'solution to unite the industry' on climate regulation debate

22 Apr 2026by Jamey Bergman

IMarEST proposes the use of reverse auctions to direct NZF money toward deploying the technical solutions most likely to achieve widespread uptake and deliver results

Air Pollution & GHG Emissions Regulations & Compliance

Top three ship registries call on IMO to look at alternatives to climate framework

22 Apr 2026by Jamey Bergman

Liberia, Panama and Marshall Islands registries are part of a coalition of entities that also includes Greek and Saudi shipowners urging ’unity, not division’ in what have become contentious discussions around IMO’s Net-Zero Framework

Air Pollution & GHG Emissions Regulations & Compliance

Shipping lobbies unite in defence of IMO, support of GHG ambitions, citing billions in investment

20 Apr 2026by Jamey Bergman

International Maritime Organization (IMO) "consistently demonstrates a unique ability to deliver critical regulations," say shipowner advocacy bodies and membership groups

Air Pollution & GHG Emissions Regulations & Compliance

Korean Register unveils digital database of international maritime conventions

13 Apr 2026by Martyn Wingrove

Class society introduces artificial intelligence into its web-based services for the shipping industry

Digitalisation Regulations & Compliance

UK moves to board sanctioned shadow fleet tankers

26 Mar 2026by Craig Jallal

British government says sanctioned vessels linked to Russia’s shadow fleet face boarding, detention and possible criminal proceedings if they transit UK waters

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Norway proposes higher PV valve settings for tankers

16 Mar 2026by Craig Jallal

Norway asks IMO to lift pressure-vacuum valve opening pressure for new crude tankers, aiming to cut voyage VOC losses and discourage venting

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PPR 13 agrees draft bilge disposal rules

13 Mar 2026by Craig Jallal

PPR 13 finalised draft Annex I text on IBTS-linked bilge disposal and new record keeping, with further work on MEPC.107(49) revision expected

Equipment & Services Regulations & Compliance

Salvage and P&I cross paths in marine casualties

26 Feb 2026by Martyn Wingrove

Britannia P&I’s Konstantinos Samaritis explains the complexities of the Salvage Convention, LOF and SCOPIC

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The strait that changed everything

For decades, the Strait of Hormuz has been described as the world’s most important oil chokepoint.

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Battery technology tugs become mainstream, methanol fuelled vessels emerge

04 May 2026by Martyn Wingrove

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Does the current chaos create opportunities for LNG shipping?

04 May 2026by Eduardo Perez Orue

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Record orderbook shows cruise shipping’s growth is linked to sustainability

27 Apr 2026by John Snyder

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The Beijing Convention – an international framework on Judicial Ship Sales

24 Apr 2026by Riviera News

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Towage, salvage impacted by Middle East war

01 Apr 2026by Martyn Wingrove

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Seafarers: vulnerable and in the crosshairs

31 Mar 2026by John Snyder

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Singapore doubles down on LNG, but eyes multi-fuel future

09 Mar 2026by John Snyder

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Methanol-fuelled tugs to begin operations in 2026

19 Feb 2026by Martyn Wingrove

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Maritime Regulations Webinar Week

16 Dec 2025

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On 16 December, Riviera will be holding a webinar on how to achieve IMO compliance while powering sustainable shipping practices.

This webinar delivers practical guidance on managing compliance ...

Floating energy: successfully unlocking stranded gas using FLNGs and FSRUs

24 Feb 2026

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Stranded gas represents untapped value and floating LNG and FSRUs offer the quickest way to monetise it. To capitalise on these opportunities, you must master both the technology behind floating gas ...

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