60 Global Shipping Lines on Track for Record Year as Voluntary Vessel Speed Reduction Program Expands Coastwide July 1

With enrollment in the 2026 season reaching a record-breaking 60 shipping lines, the Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies (BWBS) program is pleased to report that the early-season data is demonstrating continued strong industry cooperation with the voluntary vessel-speed reduction (VSR) program to protect endangered whales and reduce air pollution and ocean noise.