Maritime News
Latest maritime-related news from the UK and beyond
Bringing you a selected round-up of significant news, opinion and events involving Maritime London members and the UK shipping cluster generally, with special emphasis on the economic impact of the maritime services’ sector and its contribution to the wider national economy.
Nikos Kakalis appointed Managing Director of Maritime Emissions Reduction Centre
The Maritime Emissions Reduction Centre (MERC) has appointed Nikos Kakalis as its new Managing Director.Kakalis, who currently serves as Lloyd’s Register’s...Read More
UK ETS extension takes shape
Final policy decisions made by the UK Government this summer will, if enacted as law, lead to new emissions...Read More
UK-led maritime consortium sets out plan for nuclear-powered fleet
The UK is taking a decisive step towards leading the global race to decarbonise shipping with the launch of the Maritime Nuclear Consortium.Convened by...Read More
LR launches advanced stowage solutions to cut container losses and improve ship efficiency
The updates incorporate enhanced design and operational protocols for safer and more efficient voyages as container vessels increase in size and complexity.Lloyd’s...Read More
Spinnaker’s 30 under 30: Celebrating the next generation of maritime talent
In 2025, maritime people experts Spinnaker ran a campaign to find 30 individuals aged under 30 to shine a spotlight on.This 30 Under 30 initiative was...Read More
ITIC warns of rising payment fraud after US$200,000 crew settlement intercepted
P&I correspondents are being urged to strengthen their payment verification procedures after a fraudster intercepted email communications during a...Read More
Maritime London Chief Executive succession
Maritime London Chief Executive Jos Standerwick has moved to a new role as Head of Membership at the Baltic Exchange as part of a pre-agreed succession...Read More
ABS and Siemens Energy launch joint development project to enhance battery safety through advanced simulation
ABS and Siemens Energy have signed a joint development project (JDP) to advance the understanding of...Read More
Hydrogen’s potential and its limits for decarbonisation highlighted in LR’s latest Fuel for thought report
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has published the latest report in its award-winning Fuel for thought series,...Read More
Mike Hall takes helm of Britannia Group
The Britannia Group announces that Mike Hall has formally taken up his post as Chief Executive Officer as of 1 January 2026, succeeding Andrew Cutler,...Read More
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