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IMO, ILO, ICS, ITF unite in call to protect seafarers against criminalization
Global maritime leaders reaffirm commitment to fair treatment, due process, and coordinated action to protect seafarers’ rights.
Continue ReadingIMO calls for tangible action after UN Ocean Conference
IMO Secretary-General welcomes the outcomes of the UN Ocean Conference and urges swift implementation.
Continue ReadingSaving the ocean is a test of multilateralism: IMO Secretary-General
Ahead of World Oceans Day, Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez says the momentum for collective international action must grow stronger, not wane.
Continue ReadingKarin Orsel receives IMO Gender Equality Award
Maritime entrepreneur recognised for her work to advance gender equality and empower women in the industry
Continue ReadingBonn climate talks hear updates on IMO net-zero regulations
The IMO is on track to adopt new mandatory regulations later this year to decarbonize shipping, the UN June Climate Meeting in Bonn was told. The IMO Secretariat updated the UNFCCC Subsidiary Body for Scientific and Technological Advice this week about progress on the IMO Net-Zero Framework.
IMO delivers regional training for Asia-Pacific women auditors
Women auditors from across 20 Asia-Pacific countries took part in an intensive regional training course under the IMO Member State Audit Scheme (IMSAS) held in Singapore.
Maritime Safety Committee tackles busy agenda
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez opened the 110th session of the Maritime Safety Committee this week, highlighting recent maritime casualties as a stark reminder of IMO's critical role in ensuring safety, security environmental protection of shipping.
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