Just as in the latest inventories, Belgium scored the maximum points in the annual statement “Flag State Performance Table 2017/2018” by the International Shipping Federation International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) publishes.

Only 10 flag States have achieved the best possible rating. Maritime safety, working conditions, environmental and the flag states commitment to the work of the IMO and their implementation of international conventions are measured.

The other countries, which tops the list are Bahamas, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Hong Kong (China), Japan, Marshall Islands, Portugal, Singapore, UK.