How does the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) impact ship supply? While many suppliers are exempt, sustainability remains a key industry priority, argues Axel Barat

2025: A Year of Growth & Change for European Ship Supply! OCEAN leads the way with regulatory develpments & modernisation, argues the Chair of OCEAN, Costantino Zavoianni.

Leaving Seville, I am filled with immense pride and admiration for what we, as a global ship supply community, have achieved at ISSA 2024. This event, in my memory, has been the most successful ISSA gathering in Europe since I first attended in London in 1975. It was a true testament to the resilience, unity, and strength of our industry—not just in Europe but worldwide.

In an exclusive reflection, Jens Olsen, Company Director, OCEAN Treasurer, and former OCEAN Chairman (1998-2004), as well as Ex ISSA President (2009-2014), shares his insights on the recent changes in European institutions and what they mean for the ship supply sector. You won't want to miss his perspective on how these shifts will impact our industry.

In this blog entry, ISSA Executive Vice President Keijo Hiltunen proposes creating regional "OCEAN-like" groups for ISSA members worldwide, drawing on the principles of OCEAN's cross-border collaboration while adapting them to local contexts. He emphasizes the potential for these groups to foster cooperation, share best practices, and tackle industry challenges at the upcoming ISSA66 Convention in Seville.

The Inventory of Hazardous Materials (IHM) regulation, introduced by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), requires ship suppliers to track and report hazardous materials in their goods to ensure environmental protection. While initially burdensome, the integration of IHM compliance into ERP systems has streamlined the process, reducing administrative challenges and making adherence more manageable.