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IMO 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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Dark fleet, decarbonization and geopolitical pressures remain top maritime focus areas in 2025
Range of pressing issues to be addressed this year by the world’s shipping regulator.
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IMO Secretary-General new year message
IMO Secretary-General sets his priorities for 2025 in new year message.
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H.E. Captain Ian Finley receives IMO International Maritime Prize
Stalwart of IMO meetings presented with the International Maritime Prize for 2023.
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Tanker and tugboat crews receive 2024 IMO Bravery Award
Acts of exceptional bravery at sea honoured at annual IMO Awards ceremony
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IMO Gender Equality Award to go to maritime entrepreneur Karin Orsel
Celebrated maritime entrepreneur is a long-time advocate for diversity and inclusion in the shipping industry.
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IMO Secretary-General visits Red Sea countries
Visits highlight support for freedom of navigation and concern for seafarers.
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New e-learning course tackles illegal wildlife trade
Joint initiative covers key concepts and measures to help end illegal market worth an estimated $200 billion per year.
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