We enjoyed being part of a wonderful event with industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers at London International Shipping Week (LISW25), held in the IMO Headquarters, London, during the week of September 15 through 19, 2025. This vibrant event created memories for life, along with some really key insights for us, and strong connections between us and our clients and partners. LISW25 entered deep into the industry's most difficult dilemmas under the paradoxical theme of The Management of Paradox in Global Shipping — growth versus decarbonization, speed versus safety, and regulation versus innovation. Below, we have put together the highlights and key learnings from an inspiring week of collaboration and innovation.
Highlights of the program
Headline Conference theme: The Management of Paradox in Global Shipping — how the industry can manage conflicting demands (growth vs. decarbonization, speed vs. safety, regulation vs. innovation) and transform them into practical solutions. Location — IMO Headquarters, London.
Key tracks of the week:
- Decarbonization and transition to alternative fuels
- Digital transformation and maritime tech: automation, analytics, platforms for supply chain visibility
- Supply chain resilience and global trade dynamics
- Safety, security, and regulatory compliance
Notable events of the week:
- The official opening of LISW25 at the London Stock Exchange set the pace for a busy few days.
- DNV Maritime Forecast to 2050: presentation of key industry forecasts (IET London, September 16).
- UKHO's “S-100 in focus” panel: new navigation and mapping standards — an important topic for digital ecosystems and safety.
How SeaRates experienced LISW25
Meetings were held with clients, carriers, and technology partners to discuss international logistics issues and demonstrate SeaRates' tools for their day-to-day activities, including real-time freight calculation, container and air cargo tracking, CO₂ emissions analytics, and more comprehensive IT solutions tailored to business needs. These tools focused on supply chain transparency, cost reduction, and meeting green goals.
Key takeaways for business
- Pragmatic decarbonization. The market is moving from strategy to implementation: from energy efficiency to alternative fuel pilots — all under the watchful eye of regulators and financiers.
- Data as a common language. Standards such as S-100 form the basis for shared navigation and digital port services; companies that invest in data normalization and open integrations are set to gain a competitive edge for speed and for security.
- Resilient chains-through visibility and automation. End-to-end logistics visibility, risk forecasting, and flexible route replanning are the high demands requested by cargo owners and 3PLs.
- People at the center of change. Skills shortages and new safety requirements are driving investment in training, crew support, and human-in-the-loop digital processes.
Wrapping up
Our thanks to the LISW25 team and IMO for bringing leaders together to focus the industry on practical solutions for sustainable growth. SeaRates is expanding the ecosystem of digital and logistics solutions to assist businesses in the transformation of international shipping. Please email us at [email protected] if you would like to discuss ideas with LISW25 or have solutions customized for your processes, or contact our representatives, Kateryna Komarova or Lilia Khovrak, directly.
