IMO Net Zero Framework

gCaptain’s full coverage of the International Maritime Organization’s Net Zero Framework for shipping.


Tuesday, October 28, 2025
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News

Shipping Industry Reaffirms Support for IMO as Global Regulator Following Carbon Pricing Delay

The Tripartite Forum of shipbuilders, shipowners and classification societies convened in Busan, South Korea last week, bringing together more than 70

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Friday, October 24, 2025
A tanker ship is seen in the English Channel at sunrise, near Dover, Britain, August 4, 2021. REUTERS/Peter Nicholls/File Photo
News

IMO Net-Zero Framework Negotiations Continue Despite Adoption Vote Delay

The International Maritime Organization continued work on its Net-Zero Framework at working group talks in London this week, despite voting to postpone the

October 24, 2025
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Monday, October 20, 2025
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Shipping

Opinion: Unpacking The Shipping Global Carbon Tax Delay

A fragmented, multipolar approach to decarbonization might actually fit our fragmented, multipolar world

October 20, 2025
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A tanker ship is seen in the English Channel at sunrise, near Dover, Britain, August 4, 2021. REUTERS/Peter Nicholls/File Photo
Shipping

IMO Net-Zero Framework Negotiations Continue Despite Adoption Delay as Biofuel Debate Takes Center Stage

The International Maritime Organization is meeting this week to continue negotiations on key policy details in the Net-Zero Framework, despite the decision

October 20, 2025
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Friday, October 17, 2025
Inside Trump’s Pressure Campaign to Derail  Global Shipping Emissions Tax
Environment

Inside Trump’s Pressure Campaign to Derail Global Shipping Emissions Tax

The world’s shipping regulator postponed a decision on adopting a landmark charge on vessel emissions, a shock move that highlights the Trump

October 17, 2025
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Environment

Industry Voices Disappointment and Concern as IMO Postpones Global Shipping Carbon Tax Vote

Governments at the International Maritime Organization decided to postpone for one year the adoption of what would have been the world’s first global

October 17, 2025
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IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez during closing remarks of the IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) 2nd extraordinary session, October 17, 2025.
Shipping

IMO Delays Vote on Global Shipping Carbon Tax by One Year After U.S. Pressure Campaign

Governments at the International Maritime Organization decided to postpone for one year the adoption of the world’s first global carbon pricing system on

October 17, 2025
Total Views: 4664

Thursday, October 16, 2025
FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington
Shipping

‘Outraged’ Trump Tells Nations to ‘Vote No’ on Shipping’s Carbon Tax at IMO

President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to nations supporting a global carbon tax on shipping, threatening economic retaliation as the International

October 16, 2025
Total Views: 4159

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Shipping

Washington Moves to Weaken IMO Climate Plan with Last-Minute Rule Change

The US made a proposal at talks held by the global shipping regulator to introduce another step in adopting a charge on vessel emissions if countries vote for

October 16, 2025
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Wednesday, October 15, 2025
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Shipping

Wall Street Journal Editorial Board Condemns IMO Carbon Tax as ‘Taxation Without Representation’

As the International Maritime Organization convenes this week to vote on its Net-Zero Framework, the Wall Street Journal Editorial Board has issued a sharp

October 15, 2025
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Tuesday, October 14, 2025
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News

Shipping Braces for Carbon Tax That Fueled US Tariffs Threat

The world’s shipping regulator is on the verge of green-lighting a global charge on the industry’s emissions, something that has prompted the Trump

October 14, 2025
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IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez at the opening of the IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) 2nd extraordinary session
Environment

Global Shipping Faces Decisive Moment at IMO’s MEPC ES.2

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) kicked off its second extraordinary meeting of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC ES.2) today,

October 14, 2025
Total Views: 1242

Monday, October 13, 2025
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Shipping

EU Backs Shipping’s Net-Zero Framework as U.S. Threatens Trade Retaliation Ahead of Historic Vote

The European Union has reaffirmed its support for the International Maritime Organization’s Net-Zero Framework ahead of a critical vote this week,

October 13, 2025
Total Views: 2033

Sunday, October 12, 2025
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Shipping

US And EU Spar Ahead Of Vote To Cut Global Shipping Emissions

By Weilun Soon Oct 12, 2025 (Bloomberg) –The European Union and US have squared off over a proposal to slash the global shipping industry’s carbon

October 12, 2025
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Saturday, October 11, 2025
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Shipping

US Threatens Visa Restrictions, Sanctions Against UN Members That Back IMO Emissions Plan

Oct 10 (Reuters) – The United States on Friday threatened to use visa restrictions and sanctions to retaliate against nations that vote in favor of a

October 11, 2025
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Thursday, October 9, 2025
A tanker ship is seen in the English Channel at sunrise, near Dover, Britain, August 4, 2021. REUTERS/Peter Nicholls/File Photo
Shipping

Global Shipping Industry Set to Adopt World’s First International Carbon Pricing Scheme

Governments at the UN’s International Maritime Organization (IMO) are expected to adopt the world’s first global carbon pricing scheme on any

October 9, 2025
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Wednesday, October 1, 2025
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Shipping

Alternative-Fueled Vessel Orders Fall as Maritime Industry Adopts ‘Wait and See’ Approach

September 2025 saw just 14 orders for alternative-fuelled vessels, according to data from DNV’s Alternative Fuels Insight (AFI) platform. Of these, 12

October 1, 2025
Total Views: 701

Friday, September 19, 2025
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Environment

Major Shipping Firms Warns Net Zero Plan Could Cost Over $300 Billion by 2035

A group of shipping firms warned that the International Maritime Organization’s planned net zero rules risk imposing significant costs on the

September 19, 2025
Total Views: 655

IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez speaks at the IMO Headline Conference at London International Shipping Week
Shipping

IMO Tackles Maritime Industry Paradoxes Amid Decarbonization Push at London International Shipping Week

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) Headline Conference gathered over 700 senior maritime leaders in London on Wednesday to address the competing

September 19, 2025
Total Views: 592

ABS Chairman and CEO Christopher J. Wiernicki provides the welcome address to attendees at the Gala Reception for London International Shipping Week 2025 (LISW25)
Shipping

ABS Chief Warns: Safety Must Lead Shipping’s Transition

“We must design for safety, train for safety, and lead with safety. If we don’t, the consequences can be profound, not just for business, but for

September 19, 2025
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