ICS Report Confirms High Compliance Among World’s Largest Flag States
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has released the latest edition of its Flag State Performance Table, reaffirming the high compliance levels of the world’s largest flag State administrations.
The report shows the continued high standards maintained by the largest flag states while introducing assessments of smaller, emerging registries that have raised concerns about global regulatory compliance.
According to the latest ICS Table, the world’s largest flag states, including Greece, Hong Kong SAR, Japan, Liberia, Malta, the Marshall Islands, and Singapore, uphold international maritime regulations.
These nations account for 53% of the global fleet, showing strong adherence to international safety, environmental, and labour standards.
Major flag states, including the Bahamas, China PRC, and Panama, have also reaffirmed their commitment to global maritime regulations.
For the first time, the ICS table includes four new flag states- Cambodia, Eswatini, Gabon, and Guinea Bissau- following a recent increase in shipping tonnage registered under their administration.
Reports suggest some shipping may be using these registri…
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