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The leaders of 7 shipping associations, including the UK Chamber of Shipping, have called for IMO adoption of the Net-Zero Framework (NZF) at the crucial vote in October in a statement released to media. The statement highlights that anything else would be a major setback for the green transition, and risk leaving the industry with an unwieldy patchwork of regional climate regulations.

The UK Chamber of Shipping Annual Dinner returns on 2 February 2026, continuing its proud tradition as one of the most significant gatherings in the maritime calendar.

After a typically eventful few days in Liverpool, Number 10 appears to have viewed the conference as, on balance, a success for the Labour Party. Following positive reactions to the Prime Minister’s speech on Tuesday, it also provided a much-needed boost for the Labour leader after a tumultuous year since he last addressed the party faithful beside the Mersey.

Beyond the headlines and soundbites, the conference offered valuable insights into the priorities of the newly reshuffled ministerial teams—particularly on key agendas for the maritime industry. Director of External Affairs, Stef Kenyon, shares some of the highlights and discussions below.

The Chamber will be hosting an online-only training course on the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC) including the updates made in 2025; how it has come to be the fourth pillar of international regulation for shipping, alongside SOLAS, MARPOL and STCW.

The UK Chamber of Shipping has welcomed Keir Mather MP to his new role as Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Department for Transport, following confirmation that he will take on responsibility for Maritime and Aviation within his ministerial brief.