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    Middle East - Latest updates

    Information related to shipping and seafarers - Strait of Hormuz and the Middle East.

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    Supporting Seafarers: resources and general information

    Seafarers are a key part of the shipping industry, and they are at the heart of IMO’s activities. Seafarers and their relatives can find useful information and resources about their work and rights on this page.

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    From Policy to Practice: Powering Maritime Excellence

    "From Policy to Practice: Powering Maritime Excellence" has been selected as the IMO’s World Maritime Day theme for 2026 and 2027, culminating in the annual celebration on the final Thursday of September.

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    Registration open: IMO Research and Development (R&D) Forum: Marine pollution preparedness

    The Forum will address the critical knowledge and capability gaps in responding to spills involving alternative marine fuels.

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    IMO and the oceans

    As the United Nations agency responsible for developing and adopting measures to improve the safety and security of international shipping and to prevent pollution from ships, IMO has an integral role in meeting the targets set out in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development.

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    Autonomous shipping - FAQs

    IMO adopted a new non-mandatory International Code of Safety for Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS Code) in May 2026, marking a major regulatory milestone for autonomous shipping that came into effect on 1 July 2026. IMO has a responsibility to respond appropriately to innovation and rapid technological developments, ensuring that new technologies are integrated safely and consistently into the international regulatory framework.

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    2012 Cape Town Agreement to enhance fishing safety

    Fishing is one of the most dangerous professions in the world, with thousands of fishers estimated to lose their lives every year when working to supply the world's growing appetite for fish and fish products. IMO is raising awareness of the 2012 Cape Town Agreement (CTA) to help bring it into force. In 2019, more than 50 States committed to ratify the 2012 Cape Town Agreement by 11 October 2022.

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    Comprehensive review of the STCW Convention and Code - FAQs

    Advances in digitization, automation, and emerging technologies are reshaping ships’ operations and the competencies required of seafarers. MO initiated a comprehensive review of the STCW Convention, ensuring it continues to serve as a foundation for safe, sustainable and human-centred maritime operations.

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