It was great to see our members at the International Chamber of Shipping board meeting today.
We thank all our members for attending and continuing to work together on our mutual goals for the industry as we move into 2026.
🚢 After the 2024 bridge collapse, the Port of #Baltimore has bounced back: container volumes reached 1.1m TEU in 2025, back above 2023 levels. Infrastructure upgrades and #logistics investments are driving the recovery in a volatile trade environment.
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The deliberate difficulty of certification exams by the Mercantile Marine Department is unacceptable. Pakistani seafarers deserve fair and timely processes, not endless hurdles! @MaritimeGovPK@MMDKARACHI@CnsSection#SeafarersRights
Pakistani seafarers face countless delays and hurdles in obtaining certifications, thanks to the inefficiency of the Mercantile Marine Department. Instead of facilitating, they’re turning careers into a nightmare.
@MaritimeGovPK@CnsSection#SupportSeafarers#MMDReform
IMO has agreed to draft amendments for updated safety recommendations for entering enclosed spaces aboard ships, and finalized interim guidelines on using #ammonia as an alternative fuel for ships.
Find out more👉 tinyurl.com/bdhh4u52#SafetyAtSea
💡 Maritime UK and the @transportgovuk established a Maritime Skills Commission to lead the sector’s work in ensuring the maritime sector has a pipeline of talented people to serve all parts of the sector. Find out more on our website ➡️
maritimeuk.org/priorities/pe…
Last chance for 3 members to win a ticket to our Annual Dinner at the 5-star Marriott Grosvenor House in London if you complete our Members Survey by 12 January👇
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Members can share their #feedback and help us improve our service.
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The @Witherbys Health and Saftey Guidelines for #shipping Companies provide the reader with key health and safety topics such as:
✅drug abuse
✅behavioural safety systems
✅threats to staff on passenger ships and more.
Visit ukchamberofshipping.com/trai… to buy your copy.
Only 1 week to go before the opening of London International Shipping Week #LISW23 and our seminar on Building Resilience Through Trade.
Reminders:
🗓️ Tue 12 Sept
🕘 9 AM
🏢 Insurance Hall
Find out more on why you shouldn't miss our free event⬇️
ukchamberofshipping.com/even…
A new film called Collision in which IMO shared its views, is now available. The film highlights the issue of ship strikes on whales & suggests solutions to encourage authorities & global shipping companies to make vital changes. Watch the trailer here: tinyurl.com/ywmpv8nt