IMO Secretary-General Mr. Arsenio Dominguez
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IMO targets seafarer fatigue, work and rest hours, and harassment at sea
IMO's Maritime Safety Committee seeks stronger compliance with global safety management standards to protect crew welfare
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New era for ship recycling as Hong Kong Convention enters into force
From 26 June, ships at the end of their operational lives must be recycled in a safe and environmentally sustainable way.
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International Day of the Seafarer 2025
Promoting a culture of respect: My Harassment-Free Ship.
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IMO, ILO, ICS, ITF unite in call to protect seafarers against criminalization
Global maritime leaders reaffirm commitment to fair treatment, due process, and coordinated action to protect seafarers’ rights.
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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.
What's New
IMO supports Madagascar in boosting fishing vessel safety skills
Malagasy government officials are expanding their skillsets to help safeguard the country’s 100,000 fishers working on domestic and foreign vessels in the Indian and Antarctic Oceans.
African nations seek solutions to marine plastic litter from shipping and fisheries
The second GloLitter Africa Regional Task Force Meeting takes place this week (30 June - 4 July) in Antananarivo, Madagascar, bringing together key stakeholders to tackle marine plastic litter from shipping and fisheries.
Caribbean maritime leaders explore training, safety and security cooperation
Maritime administrators gathered this week in Rodney Bay Marina, Saint Lucia to strengthen regional cooperation in maritime governance and capacity development in the Caribbean shipping sector.
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