#maritime-compliance
(9 articles)IMO Lithium Battery Cargo Rules Face Tightening Pressure
The World Shipping Council has formally advocated for the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to implement more stringent regulations governing the shipment of lithium batteries via ocean freigh
Samsung Files $186M FMC Complaint Over CMA CGM Practices
Samsung has filed a record-breaking $186 million complaint with the Federal Maritime Commission against CMA CGM, alleging violations of maritime shipping regulations and discriminatory demand-and-deli
Iran Blacklist Threatens Gulf Oil Shipment Operations
Iran's inclusion on international blacklists introduces material disruption risks for energy logistics operations throughout the Persian Gulf region. The designation creates a two-fold operational cha
Maritime Industry Leverages Corruption Data for Operational Gains
The maritime industry is increasingly recognizing that corruption-related data can be systematized and converted into operational intelligence to improve supply chain efficiency. This represents a sig
Spanish Operation Dismantles Smuggling Logistics Network
A Spanish-led law enforcement operation has successfully dismantled a smuggling logistics network and seized its entire operational fleet. This enforcement action represents a significant victory in c
Port of Algeciras Warns EU on ETS Impact
The Port of Algeciras, one of Europe's largest container hubs, has formally communicated to the European Commission its concerns regarding the operational and financial impacts of the EU Emissions Tra
India Implements Historic Shore Leave Reform for Seafarers
India's shipping sector has implemented a significant reform to shore leave policies for seafarers, marking a structural shift in how maritime labor standards are managed. This initiative addresses lo
100+ Container Ships Reflag From Panama Amid China Tensions
More than 100 containerships registered under the Panama flag are being reflagged to alternative registries in response to what industry observers characterize as retaliatory vessel inspections and de
Iran Insurance Mandate for Hormuz Transits Reshapes Shipping
Iran has implemented a new mandatory insurance requirement for all vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint responsible for approximately 30% of global seaborne oil trade. This policy rep