CIMAC Newsletter October 2025

Much has happened — and the world keeps turning. The IMO has decided… or has it not? The recent Extraordinary Session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC.ES2) left many questions unanswered. During our upcoming townhall, we aim to shed light on what was discussed, what remains open, and what must happen next. More on this and other newsworthy topics below.

Yours sincerely

Daniel Erdmann
Deputy Secretary General

 
 

Virtual Town Hall on MEPC.ES2 Outcome

 
The upcoming CIMAC Town Hall on Friday, 31.10.2025, will be addressing the outcomes and future direction following the Extraordinary Session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC.ES2), held at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Headquarters in London, 14–17 October 2025.


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WG 5 Guideline: Alternative fuels emission control for large combustion engines

 
A new CIMAC guideline explores the emission-related implications of transitioning to alternative fuels in large combustion engines.


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New leadership CIMAC SG Digitalization

 
The CIMAC Strategy Group Digitalization has appointed new leadership. At its recent meeting in Frankfurt, Marco Coppo from OMT was elected as the new Chair. Coppo had previously served as Co-Chair, making his transition into the lead role a natural progression. 


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