Ship Recycling in IMO GISIS

Why Ship Recycling Is a Global Maritime Responsibility Every ship has a life cycle. After decades of service, vessels eventually reach the end of their operational life and must be […]

Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions from Ships in IMO GISIS

Introduction: Why Greenhouse Gas Emissions Have Become a Central Maritime Issue Climate change is one of the defining global challenges of this century. International shipping, while the most energy-efficient mode […]

Fuel Oil Quality in IMO GISIS

An Introduction and Practical Guide to Compliant Marine Fuels under MARPOL Annex VI Fuel oil is the single most important consumable onboard a commercial ship. It affects engine performance, air […]

Port State Control (PSC) in IMO GISIS

An Introduction and Practical Guide to Ship Inspections and Compliance Enforcement Introduction: Why Port State Control Is Essential for Safe and Fair Shipping International shipping operates under a shared set […]

Survey and Certification in IMO GISIS

An Introduction and Practical Guide to IMO Surveys, Certificates, and Compliance Oversight Introduction: Why Surveys and Certification Are the Backbone of Maritime Safety Every ship trading internationally must demonstrate that […]

Condition Assessment Scheme (CAS) in IMO GISIS

An Introduction and Practical Guide to Enhanced Surveys for Oil Tankers Introduction: Why Ship Condition Assessment Matters for Tanker Safety Oil tankers are among the most critical vessels in global […]

IMO Member State Audit Scheme (IMSAS) in IMO GISIS

An Introduction and Practical Guide to Auditing Maritime Administration Performance Introduction: Why Auditing Member States Matters in Global Shipping International shipping depends on a shared system of rules. These rules […]

Ballast Water Management in IMO GISIS

An Introduction and Practical Guide to Preventing the Spread of Invasive Aquatic Species Introduction: Why Ballast Water Management Is a Global Environmental Priority Ships depend on ballast water to maintain […]

Ship Fuel Oil Consumption in IMO GISIS

An Introduction and Practical Guide to Fuel Reporting under MARPOL Annex VI Introduction: Why Fuel Oil Consumption Data Matters for Global Shipping Fuel is at the centre of modern shipping. […]