Archive 2024
Strengthening regional port facility security in North Africa and the Middle East
Landmarks light up in blue for World Maritime Day
From the Osmangazi Bridge in Türkiye to the Baron Bliss Lighthouse of Belize, landmarks across the globe were illuminated in “maritime blue” on 26 September to mark World Maritime Day.
Training in Kenya to boost security planning for ports
Key maritime agencies in Kenya have upgraded their skills in port security planning, through a training workshop led by IMO in Mombasa (23-26 September). The initiative aims to support Kenyan maritime authorities to strengthen essential measures to secure the country’s ports.
IMO holds ship recycling workshop in Pakistan
A workshop to promote sustainable ship recycling was held in Pakistan – one of the top five ship recycling nations in the world. The SENSREC-DW Project held its first workshop in Karachi on 16 September, following IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez’s first official visit to the country.
UN agencies join forces to tackle extreme maritime weather
The United Nations bodies responsible for meteorological and maritime affairs have underscored the link between maritime safety and climate change, calling for stronger collaboration to address the issue at the 2nd WMO-IMO Symposium on Extreme Maritime Weather.
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.
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.
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.
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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).