Businesses operating in the shipping and fisheries sectors are invited to express their interest in joining the Marine Plastic Litter Global Industry Alliance (GIA). Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/etSizm22 #MarinePlasticLitter #Shipping #Maritime #Fisheries #GlobalAlliance #OceanPlastics #OceanLitterProgramme #IMO #GIA
International Maritime Organization
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
IMO - promoting safe, secure, and efficient shipping on clean oceans.
About us
IMO is the United Nations' specialized agency responsible for safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine pollution by ships. With 176 Member States and three Associate Members, IMO is based in London with around 300 international staff. As a specialized agency of the United Nations, IMO is the global standard-setting authority for the safety, security and environmental performance of international shipping. Its main role is to create a regulatory framework for the shipping industry that is fair and effective, universally adopted and universally implemented. IMO's work supports the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
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http://www.imo.org
External link for International Maritime Organization
- Industry
- Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- London
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1948
- Specialties
- Maritime safety, Maritime Security, Marine Environment, Human Element, Sustainable Development Goals, Gender Equality, Seafarers and training, Shipping Regulations, GHG, Fishing vessel safety, Autonomous shipping, Unsafe mixed migration by sea, Marine Litter, Free flow of trade by ship, Oceans, Passenger ship safety, and Safe transport of containers
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Primary
4 Albert Embankment
London, SE1 7SR, GB
Employees at International Maritime Organization
Updates
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A regional workshop for the Caribbean on IMO GHG Strategy in Belize, was held from July 10th to 12th! 🇧🇿🤝 🌍 The event looked at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the maritime sector. Participants from across the Caribbean region shared insights, strategies, and solutions to tackle climate change and achieve sustainable development goals. Key features of the workshop included: - Collaborative discussions on regulatory frameworks and policies - Strategies for integrating GHG reduction measures into maritime operations - Development and implementation of National Action Plans (NAPs) - Exploration of alternative fuels and energy-efficient technologies - Case studies and success stories from various Caribbean countries - Networking opportunities with regional experts and stakeholders Belize Port Authority Ministerie van Infrastructuur en Waterstaat #IMO #GHGEmissions #ClimateAction #MaritimeSector #Belize #GreenVoyage2050
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When ships trade across the ocean, they can introduce invasive aquatic species (IAS) to new marine environments, posing one of the greatest threats to the world’s freshwater, coastal, and marine ecosystems. Panama hosted a series of events for biofouling management specialists from Latin America and the Caribbean region (8-12 July), on how to mitigate the transfer of these invasive species via ships’ hulls or ballast water and how to help close the gender gap for women in biofouling. Read about it here: https://lnkd.in/efNsrfcu MTCC Caribbean MTCC Latin America Universidad Marítima Internacional de Panamá The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at the International Maritime Organization IMO-NORAD TEST Biofouling project GEF-UNDP-IMO GloFouling Partnerships #MarineBiofouling #WomenInBiofouling #Maritime #Shipping #Biofouling #Biosafety #Technology #AquaticInvasiveSpecies #BiofoulingManagement
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“Our Ocean - Our Obligation - Our Opportunity” has been selected as the International Maritime Organization's World Maritime Day theme for 2025. Read about it here: https://lnkd.in/eeNmBDrm Español: https://lnkd.in/eUTq5cyW Français: https://lnkd.in/ei47jgKK #WorldMaritimeDay #Maritime #Shipping #OceanProtection #ClimateChange #InternationalDay #IMO
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Participants observed a live demonstration of in-water cleaning techniques, crucial for ongoing biofouling management efforts. The event underscored the significance of proactive measures to combat marine biofouling, essential for maintaining ecological balance and maritime efficiency.
Day 3 of our event marked a successful delivery of an in-water cleaning technology demonstration! This hands-on demonstration allowed more than a 100 participants to gain deeper understanding of the complexity involved in biofouling management. The participants were able to interact with the team of experts from HullWiper Ltd and Talleres Industriales, asking insightful questions about the technology’s capabilities, operations efficiency and environmental impact. HullWiper Ltd showcased the deployment of its technology in the water, its attachment to the vessel and the detailed functioning of its adjustable high pressure seawater jets to remove hull fouling. This event marks a significant step forward for developing countries in capacitating and advancing sustainable biofouling solutions. Sincere appreciation goes to our collaborative partners: MTCC Caribbean MTCC Latin America, Talleres Industriales, HullWiper Ltd, Ashley Coutts, Lino Arosemena, John Armstrong, GEF-UNDP-IMO GloFouling Partnerships, Lilia Khodjet El Khil, PhD International Maritime Organization, Norad - Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation
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The 2024 IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea is to go to two sets of nominees: The Captain and crew of the oil tanker Marlin Luanda, for containing a fire after the ship was struck by an anti-ship missile; and the Captain and crew of the tugboat Pemex Maya, for their rescue of six shipwrecked persons from four different vessels, during a hurricane. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/yj3mpkja #IMOawards #Maritime #Bravery #Awards #Winner #Shipping #Honors #BraveryAtSea
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Captain Ian Finley is to receive the prestigious International Maritime Prize for 2023 for his contributions to the objectives and work of IMO. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/5n6t4enk #IMOawards #MaritimePrize #Maritime #Shipping #Honors #BraveryAtSea
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The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is inviting expressions of interest from developing countries for support to create National Action Plans (NAPs) to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from shipping. This technical support, provided through the GreenVoyage2050 programme, offers a unique opportunity for eligible developing countries to develop tailored NAPs that address their specific maritime challenges. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eXuwkmuQ #GHG #Shipping #MaritimeFuture #NationalActionPlan #ZeroCarbonFuels #GreenVoyage2050
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🌿 Opening Today in Panama! Dive into Biofouling Management Excellence 🌊 This week in Panama, specialists from across Latin America and the Caribbean are gathering for a comprehensive biofouling management event, happening from July 8-12, 2024. The event features: 🔍 Dedicated training on biofouling risk assessment and inspection methodologies 🌊 Field visits to observe in-water cleaning technologies 🛠 Hands-on demonstrations of the latest biofouling management solutions 👩🔬 Workshop for Latin American and Caribbean Women in Maritime, promoting networking and professional development. Stay tuned for updates on advancements in marine sustainability! IMO-NORAD TEST Biofouling project GEF-UNDP-IMO GloFouling Partnerships Norad - Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation Transport General Authority Global Environment Facility MTCC Caribbean MTCC Latin America Universidad Marítima Internacional de Panamá HullWiper Ltd UNDP COMISION PERMANENTE DEL PACIFICO SUR #BiofoulingManagement #MarineSustainability #PanamaEvents #LatinAmerica #Caribbean #WomenInMaritime
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Ship recycling companies in Bangladesh have confirmed their intentions to hire more women, after acknowledging the “wasted talent” in an industry that has traditionally barred females from employment. Read all about it here: https://lnkd.in/ex3de8Gz #ShipRecycling #careerfair #Bangladesh #WomenEmpowerment #GenderEquality #MaritimeSector #Shipping #Opportunity
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