Archive 2023
Galaxy Leader
IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim statement on Galaxy Leader: "I would like to voice my grave concerns regarding the seizure of the car-carrier Galaxy Leader in the Red Sea. I express my sincerest hope that the seafarers will be released, as soon as possible."
Casualty investigation training for Middle East and North Africa
Investigation into marine casualty and marine incidents is critical in order to learn from such incidents. A two-week regional training course on marine casualty and incident investigation has been held for countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region (5-16 November).
First workshop on Particularly Sensitive Sea areas in areas beyond national jurisdiction
Two ocean regions located in areas that fall within and beyond National Jurisdiction have been examined at a recent workshop. The aim was to discuss how the Particularly Sensitive Sea Areas (PSSAs) concept could be applied in these areas - the so-called Thermal Dome in the eastern Pacific off the coast of Central America and the Sargasso Sea in the north Atlantic.
Understanding fuel life cycle assessment terminology – glossary launched
A new simplified glossary that supports the industry to gain a better understanding of the terminologies and phraseologies used in life cycle assessments (LCA) and sustainability criteria relating to alternative marine fuels has been launched. The free-to-access glossary on the 'Understanding Life cycle assessment and sustainability criteria' was developed by the Alternative low- and zero-carbon fuels workstream of the GreenVoyage2050 Global Industry Alliance to Support Low Carbon Shipping (Low Carbon GIA).
Equipping officials with auditing skills in Latin America
Effective auditing needs suitably trained professionals. Providing qualified officials from IMO Member States with the necessary auditing knowledge and skills to achieve effective implementation of applicable IMO instruments is the focus of a regional training course being held for auditors from the Latin America region (20-24 November). The course is taking place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
IMO CARES technology challenge now open for entries
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is inviting maritime technology providers to submit entries to the IMO CARES (Coordinated Actions to Reduce Emissions from Shipping) Maritime Technology Global Challenge, which is designed to accelerate the identification and deployment of innovative decarbonization solutions for ports and domestic vessels in Africa and the Caribbean.
Practical onboard training opportunities for cadets
A joint IMO/Republic of Korea (Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries) programme offering practical onboard training opportunities to maritime cadets is underway. The IMO-RoK Global On-Board Training Programme (GOTP) addresses requirements outlined in the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978 (STCW Convention). It is provided by the Korea Institute of Maritime and Fisheries Technology (KIMFT) and is running from 1 November to 3 December.
One step closer to green and sustainable ship recycling in Pakistan
Pakistan is a step closer to becoming a Party to the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships, 2009 (Hong Kong Convention). Following an IMO-run national seminar in Karachi, Pakistan (13-15 November) to support the country’s implementation of the Convention and related Guidelines, the Pakistan (Federal) Cabinet completed the processes needed to prepare the instrument of accession to the Hong Kong Convention.
Exploring technical cooperation opportunities in West and Central Africa
West and Central African countries have been attending a Knowledge Partnership workshop in Accra, Ghana (13-17 November), to explore possible opportunities and mechanisms for partnership and development cooperation with other IMO Member States and potential donors. The workshop brought together officials from transport ministries responsible for maritime affairs, and finance ministries responsible for official development assistance.