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: The Long-Term Success of Shipping Starts with Putting Seafarers First

In June 2026, during its Annual General Meeting held in Rome, the Board of Directors of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) formally appointed John Denholm CBE as its new Chairman.
2026-09-29

: Logistics is More Than a Cost: Reshaping Value Perception amid Digital Transition

As core hubs of the global supply chain, ports stand at the forefront of industry transformation. On one hand, international maritime environmental regulations continue to tighten, the adoption of green alternative fuels keeps advancing, and decarbonization has shifted from a long-term goal to a mandatory compliance requirement.
2026-09-29

Will Nuclear Propulsion Become the Mainstream Choice for Ocean-going Vessels?

Amid the global shipping industry’s accelerating decarbonisation transition, nuclear propulsion technology is returning to the centre of discussions in the commercial shipping sector. For ocean-going transportation, offshore vessels and other vessel types with high energy demand, how to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions while maintaining range, cargo capacity and operational reliability has become an unavoidable challenge.

2026-09-29

From 100 to 1,000 Vessels: Wind Propulsion Gains Momentum on Shipping’s Decarbonisation Journey

June 2026 saw the global fleet of wind-propelled cargo ships officially surpass the 100-vessel milestone, with over five million deadweight tonnes (DWT) of cargo capacity, following the latest round of wind propulsion system installations on large commercial vessels.

2026-09-29

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The Long-Term Success of Shipping Starts with Putting Seafarers First

Logistics is More Than a Cost: Reshaping Value Perception amid Digital Transition

Will Nuclear Propulsion Become the Mainstream Choice for Ocean-going Vessels?

From 100 to 1,000 Vessels: Wind Propulsion Gains Momentum on Shipping’s Decarbonisation Journey

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