The rise of the shadow tanker fleet is a ticking time bomb for both the global environment and international maritime security. These vessels, operating outside the reach of established regulations, are increasingly involved in transporting oil and oil products from countries such as Iran, Venezuela, and Russia — states that face international sanctions. While this…
According to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), international shipping accounts for about 2.2% of global CO2 emissions. Although shipping is considered one of the most energy-efficient modes of mass transport, a global approach to improving emissions is needed. Poul Woodall, Director of Environment and Sustainability at DFDS, says that he sees companies across Europe accepting…
On the eve of the latest round of UN ship climate negotiations at the International Maritime Organisation in London, a new report published by Seas at Risk and Transport & Environment has highlighted how slower ship speeds would massively reduce the damage shipping is causing to human health, nature and the climate. The large positive…
