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Mr. Arsenio Dominguez
Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization
Mr. Arsenio Dominguez (Republic of Panama) is the tenth elected Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization.
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IMO agrees possible outline for maritime “net-zero framework”
IMO has agreed on an illustration of a possible draft outline of an “IMO net-zero framework” for cutting greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) from international shipping.
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IMO to open regional office in Fiji to serve the Pacific
IMO will open its seventh Regional Presence Office, in Suva, Fiji, to serve countries and territories in the Pacific Islands region.
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Statement on the attack on the True Confidence bulk carrier
IMO Secretary-General conveys condolences and renews call for collective action to protect seafarers.
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Preventing and combatting violence and harassment in the maritime sector
IMO and ILO take action for preventing and combatting violence and harassment, including sexual harassment, bullying and sexual assault
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the International Maritime Organization – is the United Nations specialized agency with responsibility for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine and atmospheric pollution by ships. IMO's work supports the UN sustainable development goals.
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IMO promotes safe, sustainable ship recycling in Bangladesh
A series of workshops held in Dhaka and Chattogram in Bangladesh has equipped up to 300 key stakeholders with essential knowledge about how to recycle ships in a safe and environmentally-sound manner. Four workshops held between April and May 2024 engaged ship managers, representatives of regulatory bodies and other stakeholders.
Caribbean maritime administrations updated at regional meeting
Caribbean Member States have been updated on the latest developments at IMO during the Regional Meeting of Directors and Heads of Maritime Administrations (DIHMAR 3) in Rockley, Christ Church, Barbados (2-3 May 2024). Directors and Heads of maritime administrations were informed on information resources for latest regulatory and other developments at IMO.
Pushing for implementation of hazardous and noxious substances liability treaty
The final piece of the puzzle in the liability and compensation treaty regime for shipping will fall into place when the 2010 Convention on Liability for Damage in Connection with the Carriage of Hazardous and Noxious Substances by Sea (HNS) enters into force.
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Mr. Arsenio Dominguez
Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization
Mr. Arsenio Dominguez (Republic of Panama) is the tenth elected Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization.
