Leadership Changes - The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) announced significant leadership changes, including the recommendation of John Denholm CBE as the new chairman candidate, succeeding Emanuele Grimaldi, with Denholm set to officially take office after the ICS annual meeting in June 2026 [4] - Three new vice-chairmen were appointed: Dr. Gaby Bornheim from Germany, Mr. Carl-Johan Hagman from Japan, and Mr. Claes Berglund from Sweden [4] New Secretary-General - Thomas Kazakos has officially succeeded Guy Platten as the new Secretary-General of ICS, having previously served as the Secretary-General of the Cyprus Shipping Chamber [5] Membership Update - The Malta International Shipowners Association has been upgraded from an associate member to a full member of ICS, reflecting Malta's growing importance in international shipping [6] Industry Challenges - The board meeting addressed increasing geopolitical uncertainties and emphasized the need for clear and unified leadership in the global shipping industry to tackle evolving challenges [6] - Key topics discussed included new greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction measures expected to be formally adopted at the upcoming International Maritime Organization (IMO) special meeting, the impact of global protectionism, supply chain security, and seafarer welfare [6][7] Commitment to Resilience - The ICS board reiterated its commitment to fostering a resilient, inclusive, and forward-looking shipping industry, emphasizing the importance of global collaboration and representation [7]