The IMO delay has not slowed decarbonisation – it has made the next 12–18 months more critical than ever.

With final decisions on the IMO Net-Zero Framework now pushed into 2026, maritime leaders are being forced to make fuel, fleet, and investment decisions without global regulatory certainty. Regional rules continue to tighten, compliance costs are rising, and the risk of stranded assets is growing.

This fact sheet provides a clear, practical guide to what the IMO delay really means, and how shipowners, ports, fuel suppliers, and financiers should respond now, not later.

Download to understand:

• What the IMO delay changes – and what it doesn’t – for your decarbonisation strategy
• The most likely regulatory scenarios between now and 2026, and how to prepare for each
• How to reduce commercial, compliance, and investment risk during a prolonged period of uncertainty

Make informed decisions before the rules are final. Download the fact sheet to understand the impact of the IMO delay, then join the leaders driving the transition in person at the Global Maritime Decarbonisation Summit 2026.

Clear Thinking for Maritime Decarbonisation in an Uncertain World

Global shipping is under pressure to decarbonise; yet regulatory clarity remains elusive. The Decarbonisation Review Vol. 2 delivers concise, expert insight into how the industry is responding now, despite delayed IMO decisions, fragmented regional rules, and rising compliance costs. Featuring perspectives from policymakers, shipowners, fuel specialists, ports, and academia, this edition focuses on what is commercially viable today, where risk is emerging, and why collaboration across the value chain is no longer optional.

Download to learn more about:

• How industry leaders are managing IMO uncertainty, EU ETS, and FuelEU Maritime
• Which fuel pathways and infrastructure investments make sense now, and which still carry risk
• Why collaboration across shipping, bunkering, ports, and finance is critical to accelerate decarbonisation

Expert Contributors Include:

• Mark Watts, Director, LP Brussels, previously CEO of the UK, Transport in Europe and former Two-Term Member of the European Parliament
• Claudia Beumer, Membership and Communications Manager, SGMF
• Malte Dabbert, Business Development Manager, Anthony Veder
• Tsuyoshi Ohkawa, Vice President of Business Development at NYK Group Americas
• Thomas Maclean, Policy Program Director, Port of San Diego
• Andrey Chernov, Adjunct Professor, SUNY Maritime College

Download The Decarbonisation Review Vol. 2 and gain the insight industry leaders are using to navigate risk, regulation, and fuel strategy today.

The IMO may have delayed decisions, but the industry cannot afford to wait.

With the Net-Zero Framework postponed until 2026, the industry faces fragmented regulation, evolving fuel pathways, and growing compliance costs under EU ETS and FuelEU Maritime. In this exclusive interview, Alexander Prokopakis, Executive Director of IBIA, explains why the industry must take proactive, collective action to navigate uncertainty, manage risk, and accelerate decarbonisation.

From fuel quality and documentation to multi-fuel strategies, LNG’s evolving role, operational safety, and financing considerations, Alexander lays out the practical steps shipowners and stakeholders need to take today to remain commercially resilient while reducing emissions.

Download this interview to learn:

• The three priority actions shipowners should take in the next 6–12 months despite regulatory uncertainty
• How fuel quality, documentation, and flexible offtake strategies reduce operational and commercial risk
• Why safety, monitoring, and collaboration are the foundation for successful decarbonisation

Download the full interview to gain practical insights from IBIA – learn how shipowners, bunker suppliers, ports, and financiers are navigating regulatory uncertainty, managing risk, and accelerating decarbonisation. There is no time to wait, join the conversation now!

The IMO may have delayed clarity, but the industry cannot afford to delay action.

With global net-zero rules now pushed into 2026, shipowners, ports, and fuel suppliers are being forced to make high-stakes investment decisions without regulatory certainty. In this exclusive interview, Claudia Beumer, Manager, Membership & Communications, SGMF, cuts through the noise to explain what matters most right now: how to act, how to prepare, and how to avoid waiting for a “perfect” solution that may never come.

Drawing on SGMF’s frontline work with shipowners, ports, and regulators, this conversation explores LNG’s evolving role, multi-fuel strategies, port readiness, emissions measurement, and the practical steps required to minimise stranded-asset risk.

Download this interview to learn:

• How shipowners should act in the next 6–12 months despite delayed IMO decisions
• Why LNG remains a critical transition fuel, and how it enables future fuels 
• What ports, operators, and investors must do now to prepare for a multi-fuel future 

Want to take these discussions further? Join industry leaders, regulators, fuel suppliers, and financiers at the Global Maritime Decarbonisation Summit 2026, where these exact challenges, fuel viability, compliance risk, and investment strategy under uncertainty, will be debated and shaped in real time.

A Setback or a Turning Point? The Industry Must Decide.

The failure to adopt the IMO’s Net-Zero Framework has left the shipping world at a crossroads. Uncertainty is growing, investment decisions are being delayed, and trust in global cooperation, the very foundation of our progress, is being tested.

Yet amid this uncertainty, a new kind of leadership is emerging. Ports are preparing for multi-fuel futures. Shipowners are accelerating their fleet transitions. Banks and cargo owners are demanding proof of progress. The framework may be delayed, but the transition isn’t.

In his latest commentary, Mark Watts Director LP Brussels Previously CEO of UK, Transport in Europe and former MEP argues that the IMO’s failure wasn’t just procedural; it was philosophical. It was a test of trust, fairness, and purpose, and it’s one that industry can no longer afford to wait on politicians to solve.

This is a call to rediscover purpose and act. Download the article now to find out more!

The IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) has now met, and the industry is waiting to hear what its October 2025 decision means for shipping’s path to Net Zero. As the Committee reviews the Net-Zero framework and the implementation of new carbon intensity measures, one thing is clear: the pace of maritime decarbonisation is about to accelerate.

To stay compliant and competitive, you need to know exactly what’s changing, when, and how it impacts your operations. This Decarbonisation Key Dates Timeline infographic lays it all out clearly, helping you prioritise near-term actions while preparing for the next wave of IMO-driven regulation.

This infographic will help you:

• Act with clarity: Understand what’s at stake following the IMO’s October 2025 decision and what it means for your compliance roadmap.
• Prioritise the urgent: Identify the key deadlines and measures likely to take effect first, before new rules are announced.
• Stay one step ahead: Prepare your strategy, budgets, and operations to align with the revised Net-Zero framework.

The decisions are being made, and the impact is coming. Use this timeline to understand what’s next for your organisation and chart your course through the next phase of maritime decarbonisation.

The maritime industry is evolving. Are you ready for what’s next? Our brand-new mini-report on LNG availability and the transition to Bio-LNG and Green LNG gives you a front-row seat to the future of sustainable shipping.

This exclusive report dives into the key trends shaping the global fuel landscape; from fuel projections to decarbonization strategies, discover how LNG and its greener alternatives are transforming the industry.

Inside the Report:

• Market Trends & Trade Insights: Explore the latest LNG market shifts, global maritime trade patterns, and future fuel demand.
• LNG Bunkering Hotspots: Gain region-specific insights into LNG bunkering across Australasia, Asia, Europe, the Mediterranean, the Baltic, and North America.
• Decarbonizing the Great Lakes: Uncover the strategies and challenges in making the Great Lakes a greener, cleaner shipping corridor.
• Key Market Drivers: From regulatory changes and green corridors to LNG’s cost advantage and the impact of Russian fuel bans—understand what’s shaping the future of maritime energy. 

This mini-report is a must-read for industry leaders, investors, and policymakers looking to stay ahead in the rapidly changing maritime fuel world. Download now and chart your course toward a more sustainable future!