International Chamber of Shipping develops and promotes shipping industry best practices and guidance through a wide range of publications and free resources that are used by ship operators globally.
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Over the last few years and particularly since the start of the Coronavirus (新型冠状病毒肺炎) pandemic there has been an increase in cases of shipping companies finding it difficult to repatriate the bodies or ashes of deceased seafarers quickly enough, and in accordance with the religious beliefs and customs of both the deceased seafarer and their next of kin. This guide sets out the core considerations for dealing with a death on board and details common burial practices for some of the world's leading religions.
Decarbonisation and the creation of (net) zero carbon fuels presents a significant economic opportunity for shipowners, 公司和国家, 作为燃料生产商, 进出口商. This report presents new research that demonstrates how shipping will play a fundamental role in delivering these fuels globally and act as an enabler for governments and industries to achieve their climate targets.
Decarbonisation and the creation of (net) zero carbon fuels presents a significant economic opportunity for shipowners, 公司和国家, 作为燃料生产商, 进出口商. This summary report outlines how shipping will play a fundamental role in delivering these fuels globally and act as an enabler for governments and industries to achieve their climate targets.
The devastating impact of the pandemic was unforeseen, but its potential effects were not entirely unexpected and the shipping industry had highlighted these previously, including through submissions to UN fora, following the outbreaks on Ebola, 禽流感及沙士. The research outlined in this report investigates macro and micro-effects of the 新型冠状病毒肺炎 pandemic on the shipping industry and highlights some key lessons learned.
The On Board 培训 Record Book for Electro-Technical Officers (ETO Cadets) helps shipowners and managers ensure compliance with international regulations and helps ETO cadets understand the training required to develop their skills and competencies. It can also be used by training academies, administrations and insurers as a universal and standard approach to tracking ETO cadet training and career development.
International Chamber of Shipping has helped shape the maritime global industry for the last 100 years and steered the industry to become safer and more environmentally responsible
This document sets out principles for providing shore leave during the coronavirus (新型冠状病毒肺炎) pandemic. It contains information on the international maritime obligations surrounding the provision of shore leave by state authorities and shipowners, 对海员来说也是如此.
To protect the health of seafarers, passengers and the general public, and to minimise disruptions to trade and global supply chains, vaccination of seafarers is considered highly preferable alongside appropriate quarantine, 新型冠状病毒肺炎 safe travel and other measures required by flag, port and labour supply countries. This updated roadmap provides a framework to help promote the establishment of national vaccination sites and local vaccination programmes dedicated to seafarers.
International Chamber of Shipping's International Women's Day campaign #ThisisWhatASeafarerLooksLike was launched on 8th 2022年3月 to #BreakTheBias of maritime being seen as an industry that is just for men. The video showcases and celebrates the broad roles women fulfil in the maritime sector from cadet to CEO.