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St. Vincent and the Grenadines moves to digitalize its maritime sector
St. Vincent and the Grenadines is advancing plans to establish a Maritime Single Window (MSW) to digitalize its maritime sector. As of 1 January, 2024, all IMO Member States are required to implement MSW systems to streamline port procedures and enhance efficiency.
IMO opens its doors for Open House Festival
Members of the public were invited to visit IMO’s official headquarters in London on 21 and 22 September, as part of the Open House Festival. Visitors had the chance to tour the building and meet IMO Secretary-General Mr. Arsenio Dominguez.
IMO updates ASEAN states
IMO has updated ASEAN states on its work at the latest ASEAN maritime transport working group session. The 47th session of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Maritime Transport Working Group (ASEAN MTWG) was held in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam (17 to 18 September), followed by the ASEAN-US Workshop: Developing Sustainable Ports Through Policy, Planning, Partnership and Innovation (19-20 September).
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SMART-C spotlights developing countries’ progress in maritime sustainability
Solutions for a greener global shipping industry were highlighted by international delegates attending a SMART-C Conference held in Busan, South Korea (11 September).
Ghanaian instructors sharpen maritime English skills
Instructors in Ghana have updated their skills in teaching maritime English - the standard working language for seafarers, essential for ensuring safety on ships that travel worldwide with multinational crews.
Advancing green shipping and green fuel production in Kenya
Kenya's leading edge in renewable energy could play a significant role in boosting maritime decarbonization efforts across the East African region. A workshop by IMO, the Kenya Maritime Authority and PtXHub highlighted the crucial link between the country's shipping and energy sectors.
Women step up skills in digitalization and green shipping
Women leaders from the maritime sector in South East Asia have successfully completed an intensive IMO training course on green shipping technologies and digitalization. Eighteen participants took part in the 10-day programme, held in the margins of the 2024 Korea Maritime Week.
South Africa lays plans for Maritime Single Window
Leading maritime stakeholders in South Africa are laying the groundwork to advance maritime digitalization in the country through the establishment of a Maritime Single Window (MSW) system. A multi-stakeholder workshop (10 - 12 September) focused on the next steps for implementation.
Experts begin assessment of life cycle GHG intensity and sustainability of marine fuels
Independent scientific experts have initiated a scientific and technical assessment of issues related to the implementation of the IMO Guidelines on Life Cycle GHG Intensity of Marine Fuels (LCA Guidelines).