The container shipping industry, which has more carbon emissions than any other maritime transport sector, is urged to improve its emissions reporting standards by following the example set by major dry and wet bulk players in Sea Cargo Charter.

As part of their efforts in combating climate change, 17 dry cargo, oil charterers and ship operator – including Cargill and Trafigura – have signed up for the framework of standardised CO2 measurements and disclosures from their shipping operations.