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Daily Whispers – 18 December 2024

Gosships Team
  • Top Maritime Regulatory Challenges Shaping the Industry

    • Decarbonization Mandates Tighten: Shipowners face mounting pressure to comply with IMO's EEXI and CII regulations, requiring costly retrofits and operational efficiency improvements to curb emissions. The clock is ticking on meeting stringent targets.

    • Alternative Fuels Transition in Turmoil: The push for LNG, ammonia, and hydrogen is fraught with challenges, from sky-high investment costs to limited global infrastructure and unresolved safety concerns. Will the industry keep pace with the 2050 goals?

    • Ballast Water Rules Disrupt Operations: The BWMC's mandatory treatment systems continue to challenge shipowners with performance inconsistencies and operational disruptions. Non-compliance risks are looming as deadlines approach.

    • Port State Inspections Clamp Down: Aging fleets and undertrained crews are in the crosshairs of intensified PSC inspections, with financial penalties, detentions, and reputational hits threatening the bottom line.

    • Cyber Threats Escalate in Maritime: With IMO's cybersecurity regulations now in force, shipowners must urgently address vulnerabilities, invest in advanced solutions, and upskill crews to ward off evolving digital risks.

    • What’s Next for Shipowners? Proactive strategies, cutting-edge technology, and industry collaboration are critical to navigating these challenges and ensuring long-term resilience.

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