The rising levels of CO2 emissions that are within the planet’s atmosphere are beginning to cause something known as ocean acidification.
As we all know, the BP oil spill in 2010 was good for absolutely nobody. This slick substance now sits on the surface of the scene of the crime.
The Arctic is usually joked as being the home of Igloos & penguins. However, the actual history of the Arctic goes far beyond what we might have considered.
IMO Secretary-General called for more concerted action to address the issue of criminals who organize illegal and unregulated sea passage by migrants.
Hamburg Süd has confirmed the long-awaited signing of its purchase agreement for the container line business of Chilean shipping group CCNI.
Chiefs from IMO & UNDP meet, discussing projects to assist developing countries in implementing international regulations on ballast water.
The anticipated cost of capital under new regulations could potentially make certain classes of marine insurance uneconomical to transact.
US Vessel General Permit (VGP) have brought new technical and reporting requirements for vessels operating in US waters
IMO's Maritime Safety Committee , which meets in London from 17 to 21 November 2014, is expected to adopt the Polar Code and related amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) to make it mandatory.
A large scale revival plan for the U.S. segment of the Gulf of Mexico coastline has been put together by an alliance of conservation groups.