“It is important that seafarers are not considered collateral damage in this huge move towards green fuels.”
Jeff Parfitt, Nautical Institute
Shipping is responsible for 3% of global greenhouse emissions.
Julia engages in an insightful conversation with Jeff Parfitt, Head of Safety & Environment at The Nautical Institute, exploring the impact of green fuels on the maritime sector. What are the challenges of keeping seafarers safe amidst the rapid changes?
In July 2023, IMO announced new climate emissions targets for shipping – current targets
The Nautical Institute website and read their Green Fuels Seaways article here
IMO World Maritime Theme for 2024; Maritime safety in an era of new technologies and alternative fuels - more details
CHIRP
Improving safety at sea worldwide through the confidential and independent reporting programme.
Make an incident report to CHIRP Maritime here
The Seafarers' Charity
Improving the lives of seafarers and their families for more than 105 years.
Sound and engineering by Rocket Ears