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Natalia Margioli takes the helm at the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers

The Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS), the professional body for the commercial shipping industry worldwide, has officially welcomed its new senior officers at this year’s Controlling Council…

  • Natalia Margioli FICS appointed as ICS President, historic first for women and Greeks
  • Margioli brings shipping and maritime education experience to role
  • Prior to ICS, Margioli founded Hellenic Management Centre in 1999

Open Letter: Request for clarification on the treatment of specific fuels under the IMO Net-Zero Framework

On 27 October 2026, civil society organisations wrote to IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez. They asked for confirmation that decisions on how specific fuels are treated under the Net-Zero…

  • Civil society groups wrote letter to IMO Secretary-General on Oct 27, 2026
  • Letter seeks clarification on fuel treatment in Net-Zero Framework
  • Negotiations on Net-Zero Framework resume Nov 23, 2026

ZIM Launches ZX3 – A New Premium Express Service Connecting Shanghai and Xiamen to Los Angeles

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services (NYSE: ZIM) announced today the launch of ZX3, a new premium expedited service connecting Shanghai and Xiamen directly with Los Angeles, further expanding ZIM’s…

  • ZIM launches ZX3, premium express service between Shanghai, Xiamen, and Los Angeles.
  • Service starts December 2026 with 12-day Shanghai-Los Angeles transit.
  • ZX3 adds seven weekly departures to ZIM's premium expedited network.

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