Japan, Samsung, and Weathernews are testing autonomous ship systems and AI to reduce emissions in line with IMO targets.

The entities involved

• Japan →
  • Japan is deepening economic cooperation with Sri Lanka through knowledge exchange, guided by Japanese principles.Mon 11:09
  • Sri Lanka joined the Sterling Assets Agreement and participated in the San Francisco Conference.Mon 11:09
• Samsung Heavy Industries →

  South Korean shipbuilding company

  Nothing else this week.

• International Maritime Organization →

  specialized UN agency concerned with legal and regulatory aspects of maritime activity

  • Talks are underway involving the US, Iran, and Israel regarding a ceasefire, with the goal of reopening the Strait of Hormuz.Mon 04:16
  • Iran controls shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and challenges U.S. views on free movement.Sun 16:38

Related events

• The International Maritime Organization has released a revised proposal concerning global emissions targets for the shipping industry.Aug 26
• The International Maritime Organization aims to achieve net-zero GHG emissions from international shipping by 2050.Sep 10