In the Press

New edition of Drug Trafficking and Drug Abuse Guidelines published

April 17, 2025 | Press Release

ICS publishes an updated guide for shipowners and masters on drug prevention, protection and response at sea. Read more

Second edition of maritime security guide now available

March 18, 2025 | Press Release

ICS releases the second edition of its comprehensive maritime security guide for global use. Read more

Managing the risks of stowaways: New guidebook released

December 17, 2024 | News Article

A practical new guide aims to help shipowners and crews handle stowaway situations more effectively. Read more

From astro to ai: Digital trends in maritime

September 8, 2024 | News Article

A feature exploring the evolution of tech from celestial navigation to artificial intelligence. Read more

Updated drug prevention guidelines for shipowners released

April 16, 2024 | Press Release

ICS's new edition of drug abuse prevention guidelines includes protocols for seafarer safety. Read more

The Pilot Magazine: The Pilot Ladder Manual 2nd Edition (2024) book review 

February 19, 2024 | Book Review

The new edition of the 'Pilot Ladder Manual' is reviewed in The Pilot Magazine. Read more

Piracy, armed robbery and conflict: An escalating maritime threat

February 14, 2024 | News Article

A deep dive into piracy and armed threats faced by vessels in key shipping lanes worldwide. Read more