HIGH SEAS TREATY UPDATE FOR THE GLOBAL OCEAN BUSINESS COMMUNITY Latest Developments re the Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas beyond National Jurisdiction…
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Under certain circumstances – in congested waters, during manoeuvring or in harsh weather – a blackout can lead to loss of life or damage to property, infrastructure and/or the environment. This…
The 2nd edition of the STS F.A.Q. guide (March 2024) is completed, and the digital copy is ready for distribution. This guide marks almost 30 months of rigorous work from…
Elevate Your Corporate Impact with NAMEPA: Stewardship, Sustainability, and Workforce Development NAMEPA is reaching out to share an exceptional opportunity for your company to lead in stewardship, sustainability, and workforce…
UGS president Melina Travlou at “Our Ocean 2024” conference: “The Sea is our home; we honour and protect same”
Melina Travlou (pictured above), President of the Union of Greek Shipowners, at the opening of the international conference: “The sea is our home. We honor and protect same. We operate…
Good Morning Monaco Saturday, April 13, 2024 Festival des Étoilés brings renowned Michelin-starred chefs to forefront 2024 marks the fourth edition of the Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo, which returns this…
NEWS, London, 12th April: The Dominican Republic has now become one of only a handful of countries in the world to have formally committed to protecting over 30 per cent of…
Another interesting theme to express our views on Vergina TV Athens studio with journalist George Vlachos and Lieutenant General (Rt) Hellenic Army’s Ground Forces Kostas Kousantas with Stergios Kalogiros moderating…
Civil society calls on EU to provide leadership at UN on urgent short-term shipping climate action
London, 18 March 2024 – The Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII), integral to global efforts to enhance energy efficiency in shipping and cut emissions, will be on the table for discussion as the United Nations…
The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC), 81st session, meets in-person at IMO Headquarters in London (with hybrid participation) from 18-22 March 2024. Amongst other key agenda items, MEPC 81 is…
By John Faraclas and Anny Zade This 29th Annual Dinner and Dance of the Hellenic Engineers Society of Great Britain at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London’s Park Lane, coinciding with…
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is working with partners to provide assistance to the Government of Yemen following recent sinking of the vessel Rubymar in the Red Sea area. Speaking…
Relevant for ship owners and managers as well as manufacturers of marine engines and sewage treatment plants The 11th session of the IMO’s Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response (PPR11)…
l to r: Kristian Teleki, Alexandra Mishko, Dr. Dionysia-Theodora Avgerinopoulou and H.E, hte Greek Ambassadoe Ioannis Tsaousis by Gina Panayiotou*, Stakeholder Engagement & Media Relations, Our Ocean Greece In the…
As you already know, Oceanology International 2024 is just around the corner and we’re inviting you to explore new products and connect with all those involved in exploring, protecting and sustainably operating…
By Gina Panayiotou, ESG Manager, West. In a setting best suited for a Hallmark Christmas movie, it is fascinating how this snowy little town in the Swiss Alps transforms into…
Oil pollution update18 Nov 2023, New Orleans/Gulf of Mexico, United States A projected 1.1. million gallons of oil have leaked into the Gulf of Mexico approximately 15 miles east/southeast of…
TOMORROW BLUE ECONOMY EVENT 7 – 9 NOV 2023, Fira Barcelona · Gran Via Venue The countdown is on! We’re just a few days away from the highly anticipated event…
LEARN MORE Join us for NAMEPA’s Annual Marine Environment Protection Awards (MEP Awards) Dinner recognizing the achievements of industry leaders, companies, organizations, and government agencies in their efforts to Save Our Seas.…
‘INVESTING IN MARINE BIODIVERSITY’ – 31 October 2023 The World Ocean Council (WOC) is proud to present a virtual roundtable event that promises to be a groundbreaking gathering of minds…
The MARPOL Convention was adopted on 2 November 1973. The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) is the main international convention covering prevention of pollution of…
As the global shipping industry today celebrates World Maritime Day with its central theme of “MARPOL at 50”, the International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) has stressed its commitment…
Hosted by IMO, in partnership with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and supported by the Government of Norway, this IMO flagship event, which witnessed over 1,300 participants in 2021…
Semiramis Paliou – the first woman Chairperson of INTERMEPA, the worldwide organization for Oceans’ Sustainable Development
INTERMEPA, the International Marine Environment Protection Association, representing national MEPAs worldwide, has reached a momentous milestone by electing Ms. Semiramis Paliou as its first woman Chairperson, building on the outstanding…
THE IMO MUST ACT NOW TO HALVE NEAR-TERM SHIPPING EMISSIONS As delegates sipped their drinks and munched on canapés to celebrate the first day of the Marine Environment Protection Committee…