Press briefings - 2023
Angola port gets Maritime Single Window
IMO-Singapore Single Window for Facilitation of Trade (SWiFT) project concludes with system handover at Port of Lobito, Angola.
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IMO/ILO Work at Sea Conference stresses seafarer, fisher rights
First joint high-level IMO/ILO conference addresses the need to ensure decent conditions for those working at sea.
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50 years of marine environment protection
IMO marks 50 years since the MARPOL Convention was adopted.
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Key milestone reached on Cape Town Agreement on fishing safety
Republic of Nicaragua’s accession marks major step for 2012 Cape Town Agreement entry into force and improved fishing vessel safety.
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GreenVoyage2050 project extended to 2030
Norway gives large funding boost for work with developing States to reduce GHG emissions from shipping.
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World Maritime Day 2023 highlights marine environment protection
IMO’s commitment to the preservation of the marine environment underlined on World Maritime Day 2023.
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World Maritime Theme 2024: "Navigating the future: safety first!"
Maritime safety in an era of new technologies and alternative fuels central to IMO World Maritime Theme for 2024.
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Bravery Award for United States Coast Guard helicopter rescuer
United States Coast Guard search and rescue officer Caleb Halle to receive IMO 2023 Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea.
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