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2026-27 World Maritime Day theme to take policy to practice

Two-year theme to focus on putting instruments into action, backed by technical support.

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Legal expert Rosalie Balkin to receive International Maritime Prize 

Dr. Rosalie Balkin is recognized for her outstanding contributions to international maritime law over a career spanning more than 50 years.

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Bravery Award for hero seafarer who saved 12 lives at sea

Officer Lee Tae-Young to receive the 2025 IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea; 22 nominees commended.

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IMO targets seafarer fatigue, work and rest hours, and harassment at sea

IMO's Maritime Safety Committee seeks stronger compliance with global safety management standards to protect crew welfare

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10 July 2025

Seychelles advances national maritime security coordination with IMO support

Seychelles is charting a clear course toward stronger maritime security this week, as government officials gathered at the Coast Guard Base in Victoria for a national workshop and tabletop exercise (7-9 July) aimed at launching a fully operational National Maritime Security Committee (NMSC).

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08 July 2025

Secretary-General urges “constructive dialogue” amid renewed Red Sea attacks

IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez has called for intensified diplomatic efforts following a renewed wave of attacks on merchant ships in the Red Sea.

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08 July 2025

Training tackles barriers for climate-vulnerable countries on path to net-zero

Maritime professionals from small island development states (SIDS) and least developed countries (LDCs) have completed the first stage of an intensive sustainable maritime transport training, as part of the 2025 GHG-SMART Training Programme

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​IMO Secretary-General Mr. Arsenio Dominguez

Please see more information about IMO Secretary-General here


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