109th Session / 02 - 06 Dec
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H.E. Captain Ian Finley receives IMO International Maritime Prize
Stalwart of IMO meetings presented with the International Maritime Prize for 2023.
Continue ReadingIMO Gender Equality Award to go to maritime entrepreneur Karin Orsel
Celebrated maritime entrepreneur is a long-time advocate for diversity and inclusion in the shipping industry.
Continue ReadingIMO Secretary-General visits Red Sea countries
Visits highlight support for freedom of navigation and concern for seafarers.
Continue ReadingNew e-learning course tackles illegal wildlife trade
Joint initiative covers key concepts and measures to help end illegal market worth an estimated $200 billion per year.
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Guidelines on Fair Treatment of Seafarers detained in connection with alleged crimes adopted
The rights of seafarers involved in investigations or detention have been the subject of discussions at the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) for many decades.
Port security training for Madagascar
Madagascan port personnel have received training under the IMO Port Security Project, funded by the EU, to increase port security in the country.
A coordinated model for implementing treaties for safe and legal fishing
Key treaties under the FAO, ILO and IMO support safe and legal fishing. A workshop in Mombasa, Kenya focused on coordinated implementation of these treaties, which address fishing vessel safety, labour rights, and measures against IUU fishing.
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