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The latest news from the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the UN agency that leads international efforts to promote safer shipping on cleaner oceans.

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  1. Dec 24

    As we reach the year’s end, we continue to support and recognize who are at the core of shipping. IMO is closed 25 December to 3 January but we will still be checking emails. We wish everyone safe and happy holidays!

    Photo montage of (4x3) of seafarers onboard ships and some vessels themselves. The IMO 2021 day of the seafarer logo is in the middle row and says, "Seafarers at the core of shipping".
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    Dec 23

    SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT: We are pleased to announce Kitack Lim, the eighth elected Secretary-General of the will speak at WGC2022. He will speak in our Luncheon Address on the impact of in the industry. View more at

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  3. Dec 22

    The latest version of the Data Model (version 3.11.0) includes a new Message Implementation Guide (MIG), providing practical guidance for implementing part of the IMO Compendium on Facilitation and Electronic business. Read more here:

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  4. Dec 20

    IMO will hold its Europe regional Webinar on the Ratification and Implementation of the 2012 Cape Town Agreement on 27 January 2022, aimed at decision-makers from maritime administrations, fisheries authorities and maritime law enforcement agencies.

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    Dec 20

    You are not alone over the holidays - We are available 24/7 if you need someone to talk to. Whether assistance, support or simply a listening ear is needed, our helpline team will be here. 📞0008000501459 (Toll-free India) 📞 +44 (0)20 7323 2737 💬

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  6. Dec 20

    At its 32nd session, the IMO Assembly adopted a number of resolutions, including one on comprehensive action to address seafarers' challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more here:

    Darkened view of a masked seafarer standing on a ship in front of a window. There is a yellow and white car carrier type of ship on the water visible from the window.
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  7. Dec 17

    At its AGM this week, the Secretariat of the Association of Women in the Maritime Sector in Eastern and Southern Africa () accept an amended WOMESA Constitution and WOMESA Strategic Plan 2022. IMO funded the work of the consultant through the Programme.

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  8. Dec 15

    IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim has closed the 32nd session of the IMO Assembly. Closing remarks here:

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  9. Retweeted
    Dec 15

    secures consensus on curbing emissions of Sulphur Oxides from ships in the Mediterranean

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  10. Dec 15

    IMO has completed the latest in a series of four eLearning/virtual regional 'train-the-trainer' workshops to boost safety for seafarers on ships operating in polar waters. Read more here:

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  11. Dec 14

    A new biofouling project will demonstrate technical solutions to stop invasive species and reduce emissions from ships.

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  12. Dec 14

    The IMO Assembly has adopted a resolution proclaiming an International Day for Women in Maritime, to be observed on 18 May every year.

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  13. Dec 14

    IMO is pleased to be part of the Joint Action Group to protect transport workers and secure supply chains during the COVID-19 pandemic:

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  14. Dec 14

    Onboard training for cadets from Asia and Pacific countries:

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  15. Retweeted
    Dec 13

    Neil Patrick M. Sison was pleased to hear his photo “The cure” was part of the exhibition & that Assembly delegates would see the moment he captured his ship mates on their teabreak.

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  16. Dec 13

    Listen to as they interviewed seafarers to hear about their experiences dealing with the pandemic while onboard.

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  17. Dec 10

    On watch our video tribute which recognizes that seafarers are fundamental for the global supply chain and the post-COVID recovery. Their rights to safe and decent work conditions must be recognized, respected and protected.

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  18. Dec 10

    The Assembly of the International Maritime Organization has elected the Members of its Council for the 2022-2023 biennium. Find out all about it here:

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  19. Dec 10

    [Election] 2/2 Category (c) Indonesia, Jamaica, Kenya, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Morocco, the Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Turkey and Vanuatu.

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  20. Dec 10

    [Election] 1/2 For Category (c) 20 States which have special interests in maritime transport or navigation and whose election to the Council will ensure the representation of all major geographic areas of the world. Results are: Bahamas, Belgium, Chile, Cyprus, Denmark, Egypt -

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