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Spokesperson questions how operators will be able to cope with extra distillate fuel costs as a result of legislation.

MEPC 65 overview
21 May 2013 14:04 GMT

IMO pushes forward with energy-efficiency implementation.

Bunker fuel report released in Canada
21 May 2013 11:13 GMT

Study examines fuel alternatives, emissions regulations and incentive programs.

Maritime firms are warned of the risk of not having maintained and certified gas detectors.

New requirement for bunkering in Suez
10 May 2013 18:24 GMT

Written approval required for owners' matters at least 24 hours prior to arrival in Suez.

MEPC to meet for 65th session
10 May 2013 08:44 GMT

Guidelines on energy efficiency measures and the development of a study for an updated GHG emissions estimate will be on the agenda.

Canada aligns emissions measures with the US
09 May 2013 20:11 GMT

Government adopts strict environmental standards to reduce air emissions from ships navigating in Canadian waters.

Analysis of EU maritime law
26 Apr 2013 06:53 GMT

Authorization provides the platform to deliver verification services to the shipping sector, says Executive Vice President.

IMO Secretary-General also says that shipping should demand the same clean fuels as other industries.

Report claims that sulphur reduction targets could increase carbon emissions and result in the loss of up to 2,000 jobs.

Overview of LNG bunkering regulatory framework
11 Mar 2013 09:04 GMT

Document includes a list of 43 items related to the bunkering of gas-fuelled ships.

Non-compliant ships should be 'named and shamed'
27 Feb 2013 14:45 GMT

Report suggests that the culture of compliance may break down due to the cost savings that can be achieved by running on non-compliant fuel.

Sammut and Tabone charged with corruption
20 Feb 2013 10:45 GMT

Former MOBC chief executive Sammut and ex-Enemalta chairman Tabone both face corruption charges.

Federation says it seems premature to put forward LNG as the alternative ahead of hydrogen, biofuels and electricity.

Secretary General says this is not the time for the Suez Canal Authority to be announcing toll increases.

EC approves changes to cleaner ship scheme
28 Jan 2013 13:44 GMT

Amendments are said to provide owners with an incentive to use cleaner fuel in ships.

ESPO voices concern over EU LNG plan
25 Jan 2013 21:31 GMT

Secretary General says LNG refuelling points should be developed in ports where it 'actually makes sense'.

EU proposes network of LNG refuelling stations
25 Jan 2013 20:04 GMT

European Commission recommends that LNG refuelling stations be installed in 139 maritime and inland ports.

Public policy think tank says government decision is a 'major policy breakthrough' in ship emissions control.