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IMO Gender Equality Award to go to Professor Momoko Kitada
Renowned World Maritime University Professor has inspired generations of students.
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IMO Assembly to elect new Council and set strategic directions
Thirty-fourth regular session of the Assembly will approve 2026-2027 work programme and budget.
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IMO net-zero shipping talks to resume in 2026
IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee adjourns discussions on the adoption of the Net-Zero Framework for one year.
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Maritime community explores ocean opportunities in Dubai
World Maritime Day Parallel Event focuses on advancing innovation and growth while protecting the ocean
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The ocean takes centre stage on World Maritime Day 2025
Global maritime community celebrates “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity”
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IMO launches new Regional Presence Office to boost maritime cooperation in the Pacific
New base in Suva, Fiji aims for deeper engagement with Pacific countries
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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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