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IMO makes progress on net-zero framework for shipping
IMO's Marine Environment Protection Committee advances talks on proposed regulations for cutting GHG emissions from ships.
Continue Reading2024 World Maritime Day anchors focus on maritime safety
Global maritime community marks 50 years of international ship safety treaty.
Continue ReadingMake your voice heard: IMO-WISTA Women in Maritime Survey opens
Governments and industry urged to participate in global study to promote gender diversity in maritime.
Continue ReadingIMO Council steps up action on transparency and access to information
The IMO Council has decided to live-stream its plenary meetings and make its documents accessible to the public, in a bid to boost transparency in the Organization.
Continue ReadingMaritime security: a pillar for economic development
"We can only have economic development if we have stable maritime security," declared Vice Admiral José Nuno Chaves, Fleet Commander, Portuguese Navy, as he opened the Maritime Security Conference 2024 held in Praia, Cabo Verde (8-9 October).
Caspian Sea States bolster regional cooperation on oil spill response
Governments around the Caspian Sea have finalized a draft regional action plan ("Aktau Protocol Plan") for responding to major oil spills, given the rapid rise of oil and gas exploration and production in the region.
First GHG-SMART scholars begin World Maritime University MSc courses
Two maritime professionals from Uganda and Zambia have begun their Master’s courses at the World Maritime University (WMU), with full scholarships from the IMO - Republic of Korea GHG-SMART project.
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