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3rd GloFouling R&D Forum and Exhibition on Biofouling Prevention and Management for Maritime Industries - 4-8 November
The 3rd GloFouling R&D Forum, in Busan, the Republic of Korea will focus on the latest developments, under the theme “Shaping the future of biofouling management."
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Take the Women in Maritime Survey now!
Now Live! The second Women in Maritime Survey has been launched to gather important baseline data about women’s participation in the maritime and ocean fields. The Survey will run from September to end-December 2024.
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IMO and the oceans
As the United Nations agency responsible for developing and adopting measures to improve the safety and security of international shipping and to prevent pollution from ships, IMO has an integral role in meeting the targets set out in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development.
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Supporting Seafarers: resources and general information
Seafarers are a key part of the shipping industry, and they are at the heart of IMO’s activities. Seafarers and their relatives can find useful information and resources about their work and rights on this page.
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IMO’s work to cut GHG emissions from ships
IMO is contributing to the global fight against climate change. In 2023, IMO adopted the 2023 IMO Strategy on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships, with enhanced targets to tackle harmful emissions. The revised IMO GHG Strategy includes an enhanced common ambition to reach net-zero GHG emissions from international shipping close to 2050.
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Disease outbreaks – advice for shipping
This page contains updates and links to information on disease outbreaks, including information from the World Health Organization (WHO) and guidance to the maritime sector.
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Marine litter – how IMO is part of the solution
Marine litter presents a huge problem in our oceans. But IMO and others have been taking action, by regulating the discharge of garbage from ships and supporting research work.
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