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KR (Korean Register) announced the launch of a joint working group on 19 June to establish international standards for the safe discharge of toxic ammonia effluent generated from ammonia-fueled ships.

The latest developments in autonomous shipping were explored at a symposium co-hosted by IMO and the Government of Norway entitled "Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships as a reality: the need for the IMO MASS Code" on 17 June. 

On 17 June, Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand announced a major expansion of sanctions against Russia, targeting "shadow fleet" vessels. 

On 18 June, the Australian Government announced targeted sanctions on 60 vessels linked to Russia’s shadow fleet, marking the first time Australia has imposed such sanctions.

Food preparation onboard vessels plays a critical role in maintaining the health, safety, and morale of seafarers.

In a historic decision at the ILO’s Special Tripartite Committee on the MLC, held from 7–11 April 2025, governments, shipowners, and unions reached an agreement to officially recognize seafarers as ‘key workers’ under international labour law.

The 110th session of IMO's Maritime Safety Committee (MSC 110), set to take place 18-27 June, 2025, opened successfully at IMO Headquarters in London. 

The EU Commission has put forward a proposal to gradually and effectively stop the import of Russian gas and oil into the EU by the end of 2027.

Türkiye has announced an increase in the transit fee for ships passing through the Bosphorus and Dardanelles straits by 15%, raising the rate to $5.83 per net ton, starting July 1, 2025.

The UK Prime Minister intensified economic pressure on Russia with a sweeping package of new sanctions, as he rallied support for Ukraine at the G7 Summit in Canada on 17 June.