Press briefings - 2021
Digital ship clearance project seeks pilot port
IMO-Singapore project will create a Maritime Single Window ship clearance system in a pilot port, with a view to supporting more ports in future.
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Gender equality and leadership in a COVID-19 maritime world
IMO celebrates role of women in maritime on International Women's Day 2021 and highlights pathways to a more inclusive future
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GreenVoyage2050: States accelerate action to decarbonize shipping
IMO-Norway project is supporting States to implement energy efficiency measures and explore opportunities for low carbon shipping.
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IMO and WISTA International launch first Women in Maritime Survey
IMO and WISTA International survey will obtain baseline data on number of women and their positions in maritime and oceans fields
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IMO launches a year of action for seafarers
The World Maritime Theme for 2021 is dedicated to seafarers, highlighting their central role in the future of shipping.
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IMO symposium highlights pathways to shipping’s decarbonization
Various low- and zero-carbon marine fuels will allow shipping to meet its emissions targets, but more work is needed to address availability, safety and other issues.
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IMO urges action to deter piracy in Gulf of Guinea
Enhanced cooperation and implementation of best practices needed to avoid, deter and report attacks threatening ships and crew.
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IMO2020 fuel oil sulphur limit - cleaner air, healthier planet
Reduced limit on sulphur in marine fuel oil implemented smoothly through 2020.
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