JT Agency: 35,000 People Stranded in the Persian Gulf Due to War
At least 35,000 maritime travelers are stranded in the Persian Gulf due to escalating conflict, as the International Maritime Organization expresses concern over safety and humanitarian issues.
35,000 Cruise Ship Passengers Stuck Due to War
The ongoing conflict has left 35,000 cruise ship passengers stranded, prompting the International Maritime Organization to emphasize the importance of safety for maritime travelers.
War in the Middle East: 20,000 sailors and 15,000 passengers stuck in the Gulf
The International Maritime Organization reports that 20,000 sailors and 15,000 passengers are trapped in the Persian Gulf due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Strait of Hormuz: 20,000 sailors trapped – Maritime traffic in the Persian Gulf nearly paralyzed
The ongoing conflict with Iran has severely impacted global shipping, with approximately 20,000 sailors trapped in the Strait of Hormuz due to escalating security concerns.
More than 500 ships with 'false flag'
Over 500 ships have been identified as operating under 'false flags', highlighting a systemic issue in international shipping.
INTERCARGO - Participation in IMO Meetings
INTERCARGO participates in the International Maritime Organization's 12th session focusing on seafarer training and maritime safety.
IMO: Two-Year Campaign to Enhance Excellence
The International Maritime Organization has launched a two-year global initiative for 2026-2027 focused on transitioning maritime commitments into actionable excellence.
European shipowners call for an international decarbonization system
The European Community Shipowners' Associations (ECSA) advocates for the abolition of regional shipping regulations in the EU in favor of a global decarbonization agreement from the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
Industry urges transition plan toward decarbonisation
The deputy CEO of Angelicoussis Group highlighted the importance of a realistic transition plan for decarbonisation in the shipping industry during the LNG2026 Conference in Qatar.
The USA completely rejects the IMO's NZF
Marco M. Sylvester, the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Transportation Affairs at the U.S. Department of State, clearly stated the U.S. position on the decarbonization of shipping and the so-called Net-Zero Framework (NZF) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) during a panel discussion at the 16th Greek shipping conference.
Intercargo: Major challenges the green transition and geopolitical issues
As the International Maritime Organization prepares for discussions on the roadmap for decarbonizing shipping, Intercargo's president emphasizes the urgent need for clear measures amid rising challenges.
Heat for Kyiv. We have collected nearly 9 million, but Czech solidarity gives food for thought
Fourteen countries bordering the Baltic and North Seas, including Poland, have warned the International Maritime Organization about Russia's interference with navigation systems, which poses serious risks to shipping safety.
Trump orders US withdrawal from 66 international bodies, Maritime Organization excluded
Trump has ordered the United States to withdraw from 66 international organizations, with the International Maritime Organization remaining on the list.