ICS Supports GOC Environmental Objectives
than shipping, that may currently lack adequate regulation. Issues addressed in its inquiry report include: preserving global fishing stocks, preventing ongoing damage to ecosystems caused by land based industry and agriculture, and preventing the acidification of the sea. ICS Secretary General, Peter Hinchliffe said, “The shipping industry is very fortunate in already having an established framework of global Conventions and rules that have been developed by the United Nations International Maritime Organization. For the most part these IMO rules are fully implemented and enforced worldwide and
Norwegian Shipowners’ Association Seeks Nominations for Heyerdahl Award
and the shipping industry are encouraged to nominate. Eligible candidates are legal entities, organizations and individuals worldwide. Government agencies cannot receive the prize. Submit nominations online at www.rederi.no All proposals will be reviewed by an expert committee, chaired by Peter Hinchliffe, Secretary General of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS). The prize will be presented to the winner at the NSA Annual Conference in Oslo in March 2014. rederi.no
February 2025
