The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC) announced in a new public notice on January 21st that is planning to use hired help and a system of spot checks on cruise ships in state waters. […]
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IAPH and Green Award Foundation take ESI to a new level
The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) has signed an agreement with the Rotterdam-based Green Award Foundation to administer and expand the formula-based Environmental Ship Index (ESI), which allows port authorities and maritime administrations to […]
Methanol – the safe clean Arctic fuel?
In late November, IMO states have agreed amendments to MARPOL regulations to restrict the use of Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO) in Arctic waters, changes that have come in for criticism from environmental groups thanks to […]
MSC Cruises wins NAMEPA Environmental Award
Every year, NAMEPA (North American Marine Environment Protection Association) recognizes companies, educators, associations, government agencies, academic institutions and individuals whose efforts support their mission to the “Save Our Seas” program. This year, among the winners, MSC […]
Three Sustainable cruises to embark on
If you miss travelling like I do and dream of somewhere to escape the lockdown and every day stress then you will enjoy a bit of daydream in this article. And of course, if you […]
What exactly is a Green Ship?
Maybe a better question here is, what is the first thing that comes to mind when we think of a Green Ship? Is it the colour, is it a ship made out of recyclable materials […]
