Press briefings - 2021
IMO moves ahead on GHG emissions, Black Carbon and marine litter
Marine Environment Committee agrees to initiate GHG strategy review, recognizing need for strengthened ambitions
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IMO Council sets International Day for Women in Maritime
International Day for Women in Maritime will be observed on 18 May every year
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New programme for West Africa maritime security
Nigeria to implement IMO Whole of Government Approach to Maritime Security programme to build on progress made
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IMO-Singapore Maritime Single Window project picks Angola port
IMO-Singapore project to implement digital ship clearance system in the Port of Lobito, Angola - aim is to support more ports in future
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Midterm-measures for GHG reduction from ships considered
Proposals tabled at intersessional working group
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Bridging the gaps for maritime decarbonization
IMO-UNEP-Norway Zero-and Low-Emission Innovation Forum highlighted challenges and opportunities for decarbonization, financing, building on innovation and best practices.
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IMO and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia sign new partnerships
New funds will support projects to tackle biofouling and marine plastic litter and the designing of long-term programme to help cut ship emissions.
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Spotlighting the role of seafarers on World Maritime Day
World Maritime Day 2021 highlights "Seafarers: At the core of shipping’s future".
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