Rising piracy risk off Somalia
The number of piracy-related incidents off Somalia is at its highest level in ten years. The trend points to renewed activity in the area after several years with relatively few incidents.
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Hafnia once again wins Danish Shipping’s Diversity Award
Danish Shipping’s DEI Award celebrates initiatives that make a positive difference in everyday working life and contribute to more inclusive and well-functioning workplaces.
Meet the nominees for the Danish Shipping DEI Award 2026
This year’s theme for the DEI Award is “Small changes, big impact”. The three nominees have now been announced.
Policies
Climate
Danish Shipping has a clear goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2050 without relying on carbon offsetting.
Environment
The shipping industry supports stringent legislation and applauds Danish companies for adopting new technologies that align with environmental and climate considerations.
Taxation and regulatory framework
Denmark must maintain and strengthen its position in global shipping through internationally competitive taxation and remuneration.
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80% of Danish Shipping Education graduates already have a job lined up
A total of 59 trainees recently graduated from Danish Shipping Education. Four out of five already have a job lined up after completing the two-year trainee programme.
Positive direction in the European Commission’s review of the EU Emissions Trading System
With its review of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), the European Commission is maintaining the course for shipping’s green transition. This should provide the necessary predictability for an industry that, from Denmark alone, already contributes around DKK 3.8 billion annually through the purchase of emissions allowances and more than EUR 9 billion across the EU as a whole.
The FuelEU maritime legislation was adopted earlier this year. As a member, you can find an overview of relevant news here.FuelEU
Upcoming events
Event
Members meeting at Monjasa – 2 September 2026
Dato:
The meeting will take place from 13.15–18:30, including a tour and a networking dinner reception.
Further details and programme will follow.
You are very welcome to bring relevant colleagues to the members' meeting.
Please contact ls@danishshipping.dk for an invitation – please note it is only for members of Danish Shipping.
Annual Conference 2026 – Det Maritime Uddannelsesudvalg
Dato:
The Annual Conference of the Maritime Education Committee brings together key stakeholders from across the maritime sector for a day of professional exchange and strategic dialogue focused on the development of maritime education. The conference provides a platform for dialogue, knowledge sharing, and collaboration on the future skills and competency needs of Blue Denmark.
Save the date: 1 October 2026. The official invitation and conference programme will be distributed separately.
Event
DSE - Mentor Course November 19th
Dato:
This mentor course addresses mentors connected to DSE trainees on either of the active cohorts: DSE 2025-2027 and DSE 2026-2028.
This course spans over two days (one in November and one in February). This way we can practice and try out tools between sessions.
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