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Middle East Gulf Continued Regional Disruption Impacts to Crew Welfare and Inspections

In reference to INTERCARGO post Vigilance and Protection of Bulk Carrier Seafarers and shore-based Personnel in the Gulf Region, INTERCARGO remains concerned regarding the continuing conflict in the Gulf region, which has created an exceptional and...

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In Focus Industry Developments

Advice for Members regarding situation in Strait of Hormuz and Middle East

The situation in the Gulf waters and the Strait of Hormuz region is changing by the hour. INTERCARGO has kept members updated on new developments, including the outcomes and key points of update meetings held by navies’ offices, including MECIO...

1 day ago

Association News In Focus

2026 Monthly updates of Secretariat activities

For the 2025 monthly updates, please see here

April 1, 2026

In Focus Media Releases

Media Release “INTERCARGO Convenes Maritime Industry to Advance Common Approach to Dry Bulk STS Transfers”

Media Release – 31 March 2026 “INTERCARGO Convenes Maritime Industry to Advance Common Approach to Dry Bulk STS Transfers” INTERCARGO brought shipowners, charterers, insurers and service providers together in Athens on 31 March to tackle a growing...

March 31, 2026

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INTERCARGO’s Brief on the Outcome of IMO FAL 50

The fiftieth session of the Facilitation Committee (FAL 50) met from Monday, 23 March to Friday, 27 March 2026.
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March 27, 2026

IMO In Focus

INTERCARGO’s Outcome Brief for IMO Council Extraordinary Session C/ES.36

The thirty-sixth extraordinary session of the IMO Council (C/ES.36) was held in person at the IMO Headquarters on 18-19 March 2026. INTERCARGO was duly represented at C/ES.36. You need to login to view the rest of the content. Please Login. Not a...

March 20, 2026

In Focus Member News Publications

Ship-to-Ship (STS) Transfer Guide Launch Event

To mark an important milestone for the dry bulk sector, press, INTERCARGO members, and maritime industry professionals gathered for the launch of the first-ever Ship-to-Ship (STS) Guidelines for Bulk Carriers on March 31st. This landmark initiative...

March 18, 2026

In Focus Media Releases

Media Release “INTERCARGO Urges Vigilance and Reaffirms Priority on Seafarer Safety as Security Risks Escalate in Middle East Gulf and Strait of Hormuz”

MEDIA RELEASE 12 March 2026 INTERCARGO Urges Vigilance and Reaffirms Priority on Seafarer Safety as Security Risks Escalate in Middle East Gulf and Strait of Hormuz The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) has expressed...

March 12, 2026

Association News In Focus Incidents & Casualties

Vigilance and Protection of Bulk Carrier Seafarers and shore-based Personnel in the Gulf Region

Dear Members of INTERCARGO, Our foremost concern remains the safety and wellbeing of seafarers and civilians affected by recent events. We are deeply saddened by the reported attacks and tragic loss of life, and our thoughts are with the families...

March 2, 2026

Association News In Focus

INTERCARGO Semi-Annual Meetings | Singapore 14-15 May 2026

– first posted 1st December 2025- Dear Members of INTERCARGO, Our Association’s 2026 spring semi-annual meetings will be held in Singapore, on Thursday 14 – Friday 15 May 2026, at THE WESTIN SINGAPORE – 12 Marina View, Asia Square Tower...

February 24, 2026

Emissions In Focus

INTERCARGO’s Outcome Brief for IMO’s PPR 13

The thirteenth session of the IMO’s Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response (PPR 13) met between Monday 09 and Friday 13 February 2026.
Key topics:
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February 13, 2026

In Focus Media Releases

Joint Statement “Shipping Industry Associations’ Chairs reaffirm commitment to cooperation on shared challenges”

Last week, as part of their long-standing cooperation, the Chairs of the Round Table Associations met in Athens and reaffirmed their commitment to working together and coordinating positions on the key challenges facing international shipping. Paul...

February 9, 2026

Middle East Gulf Continued Regional Disruption Impacts to Crew Welfare and Inspections

Advice for Members regarding situation in Strait of Hormuz and Middle East

2026 Monthly updates of Secretariat activities

Media Release “INTERCARGO Convenes Maritime Industry to Advance Common Approach to Dry Bulk STS Transfers”

INTERCARGO’s Brief on the Outcome of IMO FAL 50

INTERCARGO’s Outcome Brief for IMO Council Extraordinary Session C/ES.36

Ship-to-Ship (STS) Transfer Guide Launch Event

Media Release “INTERCARGO Urges Vigilance and Reaffirms Priority on Seafarer Safety as Security Risks Escalate in Middle East Gulf and Strait of Hormuz”

Vigilance and Protection of Bulk Carrier Seafarers and shore-based Personnel in the Gulf Region

INTERCARGO Semi-Annual Meetings | Singapore 14-15 May 2026

INTERCARGO’s Outcome Brief for IMO’s PPR 13

Joint Statement “Shipping Industry Associations’ Chairs reaffirm commitment to cooperation on shared challenges”

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