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NextWave Seafarers Project launched to bridge global seafarer gap
New initiative aims to tackle rising demands on the shipping sector while strengthening the maritime workforce.
Continue ReadingStatement on the release of the Galaxy Leader crew
IMO Secretary-General Mr. Arsenio Dominguez has welcomed the release of the crew of the MV Galaxy Leader, after more than a year in captivity.
Continue ReadingIMO launches Regional Presence Office for the MENA region in Alexandria, Egypt
New office will coordinate technical assistance for countries in the region in the areas of maritime safety, security and environmental sustainability.
Continue ReadingIMO Secretary-General joins school children to launch ocean-themed World Maritime Day 2025
“Our ocean, Our obligation, Our opportunity” theme launched for 2025
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IMO progresses talks on greenhouse gas reduction from shipping
International efforts to curb greenhouse gas emissions from shipping took a step forward as the Intersessional Working Group on Reduction of GHG Emissions (ISWG-GHG 18) concluded its latest round of discussions.
Regional training prepares African countries for IMO audits
A regional training course designed to strengthen the implementation of IMO treaties in African Member States has concluded in Tunis, Tunisia.
Interim generic guidelines agreed for training seafarers on ships using alternative fuels
IMO’s Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping has agreed on draft interim generic guidelines for training seafarers working on ships powered by alternative fuels and new technologies.
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