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110th Session / 18 - 27 Jun
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Saving 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 Reading2025 International Day for Women in Maritime: An ocean of opportunities
IMO Secretary-General underscores women’s potential to transform ocean industries.
Continue ReadingNew data highlights lack of gender diversity in maritime
IMO-WISTA Women in Maritime Survey indicates ongoing gender disparity in the maritime sector, sparking renewed calls for action.
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Shipping gears up for massive investments in decarbonization
The global shipping industry is preparing for a net-zero transformation that will have a sector-wide impact on everything from supply chains and business models, to ships, ports and the maritime workforce. IMO approved new regulations for net-zero ship fuels and emissions in April, set for adoption in October. Calls for investments in decarbonization are getting louder. "Regulations alone cannot do the job. We need technological development and we need alternative fuels… And that can only happen in one way – with investment," said Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez, speaking at the Blue Economy Finance Forum in Monaco (8 June).
Reducing marine plastic litter from ships - e-learning course launched
A new e-learning course from IMO aims to improve awareness and enhance global implementation of the garbage regulations, including addressing marine plastic litter from ships, is contained in the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) Annex V. The course is freely available on the IMO e-Learning platform: https://lms.imo.org/moodle310/.
Improving casualty reporting and investigation – trainers trained
A regional train-the-trainer course in Limassol, Cyprus (26-30 May) has provided participants from eight countries with new skills for marine casualty investigation.
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