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ISWAN Secures Consultative Status At IMO
The International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) has announced that it has been granted consultative status by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
This recognition marks a significant milestone in ISWAN’s…
IMO Welcomes Entry Into Force Of Biodiversity Jurisdiction Agreement
The Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement has targeted sustainable use of marine biodiversity in international waters.
The treaty was adopted at the UN headquarters in New York in 2023, following years of…
End Exploitation At Sea: Indonesian Fishers Task Government, Launch National Right Platform
The Indonesian fishers have launched a new Fishers’ Rights Network (FRN) Policy Platform, issuing a direct challenge to the Government of the Republic of Indonesia and the Indonesian House of Representatives to take immediate, concrete…
IMO Picks ‘From Policy To Practice: Powering Maritime Excellence’ As World Maritime Day Theme For 2026-2027
"From Policy to Practice: Powering Maritime Excellence’ has been selected as the International Maritime Organization’s World Maritime Day theme for 2026 and 2027, culminating in the annual celebration on the final Thursday of September each…
Morocco Bans Frozen Sardine Exports From February 1 To Protect Local Supplies
Morocco will ban exports of frozen sardines starting February 1, 2026, aiming to secure domestic supplies and steady prices as catches decline sharply.
This move safeguards a vital household staple, particularly with Ramadan's demand…
Seafarer Burnt To Death Aboard Tourist Vessel, MV ‘Atlantic Cruise
A devastating fire erupted on the tourist vessel MV Atlantic Cruise on December 27, 2025, claiming the life of one crew member who burned to death while asleep in his cabin.
The blaze broke out around 7:00 AM as the ship neared the…
WMU Launches Project To Address Abandonment Of Seafarers
The World Maritime University (WMU) has announced the launch of a pioneering research project to address the ongoing challenge of seafarer abandonment.
The initiative is made possible through the generous financial support of the…
IMO Assembly Adopts New Capacity Development Strategy
The 34th session of the Assembly of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) concluded in London with the adoption of a new strategy to strengthen Member State compliance with IMO rules, by expanding capacity-development support.…
GULF OF GUINEA: Pirates Resume Kidnapping , As Nine Seafarers Snatched In Daring Ambush Aboard LPG Carrier
Nine seafarers have been kidnapped in a pirate attack on LPG carrier CGAS Saturn off the coast of Equatorial Guinea.
Maritime security company Vanguard said the Portugal-flagged CGAS Saturn was attacked in the Gulf of Guinea,…
Newly Elected IMO Council To Convene December 4 For Leadership Elections
The newly elected members of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council will convene for their first session of the 2026-2027 term on December 4, 2025.
This 136th session will mark the official start for the Council, which was…