{"product_id":"shipping-and-the-environment-6th-edition-2026","title":"Shipping and the Environment: A Guide to Environmental Compliance, 6th Edition 2026","description":"\u003ch4\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"accordion--description--\" class=\"accordion-content is-open\" aria-hidden=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping and the Environment: A Guide to Environmental Compliance, Sixth Edition provides an accessible entry point into the constantly evolving regulations and operational considerations that make shipping an even greener industry. By explaining the relationship between shipping and the environment, this guide helps crew and shoreside staff understand not only what environmental requirements are in place but why these regulations matter. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding on the success of the previous editions, the sixth edition has been updated to reflect the latest industry environmental developments. Readers can expect an overview on: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe latest environmental regulations, with key differences highlighted between international, national and regional regulations, as well as updates specific to US requirements;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmerging technologies and operational practices as examples of environmental improvements that can be delivered at sea and ashore; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFuture regulatory developments on exhaust gas cleaning systems discharges, control of invasive aquatic species, MARPOL Annex IV and other areas likely to affect future operations. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to support real-world application, the guide also includes a compliance checklist to help companies verify their safety management systems and ship operations align with current environmental requirements. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEveryone in the industry has a part to play in reducing shipping’s environmental footprint. Shipping and the Environment equips maritime professionals with the knowledge needed to do just that.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eForward\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e As the backbone of our hyper-connected world, international shipping has established itself as a truly global industry. Moving over 11 billion tonnes of goods annually, it accounts for more than 90% of global trade — directly sustaining human populations by delivering essential food, housing materials and mobility. Today, a world fleet of more than 100,000 merchant ships fly the flags of over 150 nations, crewed by two million seafarers of almost every nationality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique status of shipping is encapsulated by its capacity for mass transit. Every year, ships move a vast diversity of essential cargoes, including over 2 billion tonnes of crude oil, 1 billion tonnes of iron ore, and 350 million tonnes of grain. This colossal volume is entirely beyond the capacity of road, rail or air transport. These vital raw materials form the physical bedrock of national economies, empowering countries to build infrastructure, construct cities, feed populations, manufacture goods and drive international commerce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond its sheer scale, maritime logistics offers the most cost-effective transport mechanism on earth. Sea transport contributes just 0.3p to the £2.50 cost of a cup of coffee, 20p to the £5.00 cost of a bottle of wine, and $5 to the $100 price of a running shoe. This underscores shipping’s unique ability to distribute consumer goods cheaply, efficiently, and with a minimal environmental footprint. Yet, while shipping remains the most carbon-efficient mode of commercial transport per tonne, the industry faces an urgent mandate to eliminate its ecological impact. Mitigating greenhouse gas emissions, reducing localized air pollution and ensuring sustainable ship recycling require deep multilateral cooperation. In alignment with international climate goals, the maritime sector has set ambitious decarbonization targets. This transition is underpinned by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), which has driven the global regulatory frameworks safeguarding our marine environments for nearly six decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eShipping and the Environment: A Guide to Environmental Compliance, Sixth Edition\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eprovides an accessible entry point into the constantly evolving regulations and operational considerations that make shipping an even greener industry. By explaining the relationship between shipping and the environment, this guide helps crew and shoreside staff understand not only what environmental requirements are in place but why these regulations matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding on the success of the previous editions, the sixth edition has been updated to reflect the latest industry environmental developments. Readers can expect an overview on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe latest environmental regulations, with key differences highlighted between international, national and regional regulations, as well as updates specific to US requirements;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmerging technologies and operational practices as examples of environmental improvements that can be delivered at sea and ashore; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuture regulatory developments on exhaust gas cleaning systems discharges, control of invasive aquatic species, MARPOL Annex IV and other areas likely to affect future operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to support real-world application, the guide also includes a compliance checklist to help companies verify their safety management systems and ship operations align with current environmental requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy defining the distinct roles of international bodies, national authorities, and industry stakeholders, this publication clarifies the governance framework required to navigate these changes. As international standards continue to tighten, the shipping industry must remain agile, ensuring marine conservation remains central to global trade. Driven by IMO commitments, policymakers, industry leaders and crews share a collective responsibility for the choices we make, the regulations we enact, and the legacy we leave behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eContents Listing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1 Introduction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e1.1 Overview \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e1.2 What shipping does and how \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e1.2.1 Global supply chains \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e1.2.2 The global fleet \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e1.3 Design and building \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e1.3.1 Ship operations during a ship’s lifetime \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2 Controlling and mitigating the risk of marine pollution\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e2.1 What is marine pollution? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e2.2 Sources and the effect of marine pollution \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e2.3 Who regulates protection of the marine environment? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e2.3.1 The United Nations \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e2.3.2 The International Maritime Organization \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e2.3.3 Flag states \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e2.3.4 Port state control \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e2.3.5 Coastal states \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e2.3.6 Class inspections \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e2.3.7 Vetting inspections \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e2.4 Marine pollution associated laws and mitigations \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e2.4.1 International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e2.4.2 Ballast water \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e2.4.3 Biofouling \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e2.4.4 International Convention Relating to Intervention on the High Seas in Cases of Oil Pollution Casualties, 1969 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"accordion--custom-fields\" class=\"accordion-content is-open\" aria-hidden=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.574%;\"\u003eAuthor    \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66.065%;\"\u003eInternational Chamber of Shipping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.574%;\"\u003eEdition    \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66.065%;\"\u003eSixth Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.574%;\"\u003ePublication Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66.065%;\"\u003eJuly 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.574%;\"\u003eISBN    \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66.065%;\"\u003e 9781913997786\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.574%;\"\u003eWeight    \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66.065%;\"\u003e600g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"International Chamber of Shipping","offers":[{"title":"Physical Book","offer_id":48390253347061,"sku":"9781913997786","price":325.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"eBook","offer_id":48390253379829,"sku":"9781913997786EB","price":243.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0090\/5072\/files\/shipping-and-the-environment-a-guide-to-environmental-compliance-6th-edition-2026-1248371140.jpg?v=1783614097","url":"https:\/\/www.amnautical.com\/es\/products\/shipping-and-the-environment-6th-edition-2026","provider":"American Nautical Services","version":"1.0","type":"link"}