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11 April 2025

IMO approves net-zero regulations for global shipping

Draft regulations will set mandatory marine fuel standard and GHG emissions pricing for shipping to address climate change.

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04 April 2025

IMO takes action on seafarers’ rights, substandard shipping

Legal Committee adopts guidelines on fair treatment of seafarers detained in connection with alleged crimes; launches work on substandard shipping.

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25 March 2025

Protect satellite navigation from interference, UN agencies urge

Aviation, maritime and telecoms agencies raise alarm over increase in jamming and spoofing of satellite navigation systems.

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18 March 2025

IMO to develop global strategy for maritime digitalization

First steps taken towards a cross-cutting strategy that will leverage new technology to advance international shipping.

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01 May 2025

New sulphur emission limits enter into effect in the Mediterranean

The Mediterranean Sea officially became an Emission Control Area (Med SOx ECA) under MARPOL Annex VI on 1 May 2025. The sulphur content in fuel oil for ships operating in the area is now limited to 0.1%, significantly reducing air pollution and delivering major benefits to both human health and the marine environment. 

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29 April 2025

Maritime administrators in MENA region prepare for audits

Senior maritime administrators from nine countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region completed a five-day workshop in preparation for their respective audits under the IMO Member State Audit Scheme (IMSAS).

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28 April 2025

Enhancing flag State implementation in Africa

A regional workshop led by IMO in Mombasa has helped maritime professionals in Eastern and Southern Africa enhance their understanding of flag States’ obligations under IMO conventions, and how to authorize Recognized Organizations to ensure these obligations are met. 

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IMO Meetings

May

12th Session / 13 - 22 May

June

75th Session / 02 - 06 Jun
110th Session / 18 - 27 Jun

July

134th Session / 07 - 11 Jul
11th Session / 21 - 25 Jul
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