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Putting IMO instruments into practice in the Pacific
Public officials from 11 Pacific Islands countries have improved their capacity to implement some of IMO’s most crucial conventions, following a regional workshop in Nadi, Fiji.
Forum highlights new solutions to tackle invasive species
The 3rd GloFouling Partnerships R&D Forum and Exhibition held in Busan, Republic of Korea has shone a spotlight on the harmful impacts of invasive aquatic species – along with innovative ways to halt their spread.
Vanuatu makes headway on national maritime policy
The Government of Vanuatu is forging ahead with the development of the One-Vanuatu Maritime Policy (OVMP), with the support of IMO and the Pacific Community.
Supporting ballast water management in East Asia
IMO’s Ballast Water Management Convention (BWM Convention) was in the spotlight at a regional workshop in Singapore, (12-14 November).
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Supporting casualty investigation and reporting in the Caribbean
Casualty investigation is crucial in order to learn from maritime incidents. A regional workshop held in Suriname focused on enhancing the rate of investigation and reporting into marine casualties and incidents.
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Supporting shipping’s digitalization in Tuvalu
A national seminar in Funafuti, Tuvalu (11-13 November) is focusing on how to support smooth, efficient shipping in the country, through maritime digitalization and accession to the FAL Convention.
Port security training completed in Madagascar
Security personnel working at Madagascar’s major ports have received vital training on how to identify potential security threats and take action to prevent risks to port facilities.
Annual practical training and study visits for SIDS and LDCs
Maritime professionals from small island development states (SIDS) and least developed countries (LDCs) have completed intensive sustainable maritime transport training in Busan, Republic of Korea (4-8 November).
One step closer to green and sustainable ship recycling in Asia
Major ship-recycling countries in Asia are taking steps to enhance compliance and safety in ship recycling across the region, in line with the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships.