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ETS – Emission Scheme Surcharge or Transfer of Allowances Clause for COAs 2024

This clause is one from a suite of three clauses developed by the subcommittee for Contracts of Affreightment. The objective was to provide industry stakeholders with the flexibility to choose a procedure suitable for their specific trade and business. You should consider whether this ETS – Emission... Please follow the link to continue reading.

First ever standard contract for autonomous ship operation underway

BIMCO is adapting the currently used SHIPMAN 2009 agreement for use with autonomous ships, but the lack of actual autonomous ships currently in operation will mean ongoing adjustments as the industry forges ahead with its pioneering projects. Publication of the first version is expected in 2021.

Sibyl Xu

Sibyl joined BIMCO in 2018 and started her career as a support for BIMCO’s contract editing system SmartCon in Asia. In the meantime, she teams up with BIMCO’s Training Department by hosting courses, particularly in the Far East. Sibyl graduated from the Shanghai Maritime University (SMU) and holds ... Please follow the link to continue reading.

BIMCO CEO extends contract 5 years

BIMCO’s Secretary General & CEO, Angus Frew, will extend his contract to the end of 2022. His top priority in 2018 will be environmental legislation. Over the past four years, Frew has been instrumental in modernising BIMCO and in increasing its member-focus.

Standard Bunker Contract under spotlight as industry experts begin review

Three of the world’s largest bunker suppliers, including World Fuel Services and Dan Bunkering, have joined a team of industry experts to review BIMCO’s standard bunker contract – BIMCO Terms 2015. Shipowners will be represented by Denmark-based J Lauritzen and Norden. Legal and P&I input comes from... Please follow the link to continue reading.