Happy to celebrate 35 years of IMO-IMLI with Professor Dr. Norman A. Martinez Gutierrez, Director of IMLI.

'International shipping must not be targeted and used as a means of exerting pressure in geopolitical crises.'

Read my full speech here: tinyurl.com/5n85w9w5

Pido la liberación inmediata de cualquier marino que haya sido secuestrado. La difícil situación de la gente de mar afectada por estos sucesos no debe caer en el olvido.

Onboard the ammonia-fuelled Green Pioneer to see how crew prepare for zero #GHG and near zero fuel shipping.

Thanks to my host, I had the opportunity to visit Singapore Maritime Exhibition's state-of-the-art technologies and latest initiatives to support the industry’s transformation and sustainability journey to achieve a net-zero future. #SMW2024

Reminded here, at the Port of Singapore, that without seafarers and shipping there would be no shopping.

Kicking off the Anti-Piracy and Sea Robbery Conference at Suntec Convention in Singapore.

Honoured to have IMO Secretary General, Mr Arsenio Dominguez, deliver the keynote address.

Over 150 representatives from the shipping industry, academia, navy, coast guard, law

I welcome the release of the 23 crew members of MV Abdullah, who were captured in the Indian Ocean on 23 March. Protecting seafarers against piracy remains a priority.

Pleased to be in Singapore for the opening ceremony of Singapore Maritime Week, where sustainability and #decarbonization are at the forefront of the agenda. #SMW2024

The 2024 Ocean Decade Conference will be livestreamed!

If you can't join us in person, you'll be able to follow the plenary sessions online here: ow.ly/h4Sl50RabLx

#OceanDecade 24 #OceanDecade

Pleased to welcome H.E. Mr. Ulan Dzhusupov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Kyrgyzstan to the United Kingdom, representing IMO's newest Member State.

It's true -- unstainable consumption and production are destroying the 🌍.

8 things you need to know about the global waste crisis on #ZeroWasteDay & ways to prevent and #BeatWastePollution all year long: unep.org/news-and-stori…

The climate crisis is devastating our planet, including our ocean.

We all have a role to play to #SaveOurOcean . Get inspired:

un.org/sustainabledev…

We are aware of the major incident that occurred this morning in Baltimore. The priority is ensuring the safety of those affected as a search and rescue operation is underway. We expect an investigation report will be submitted to IMO in due course. #Baltimorebridge

'The Security Council just approved a long-awaited resolution on Gaza, demanding an immediate ceasefire, and the immediate & unconditional release of all hostages.

This resolution must be implemented. Failure would be unforgivable.'

-- António Guterres

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'On International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, I reaffirm our dedication to fostering a culture of diversity and equality within the maritime community. ' Read my full statement here: tinyurl.com/4hbzecna #FightRacism

“I am saddened at the loss of life following the capsizing of the Keoyoung Sun chemical/products tanker, off the coast of Japan on 20 March, in severe weather conditions.
Read my full statement here: tinyurl.com/4u3c67je

I would like to congratulate the Indian Navy on the successful release of the 17 crew members of MV Ruen, who had been held by pirates since December 2023.

'Decarbonizing the maritime industry is a big challenge, but also an opportunity to align the international shipping sector with global commitments on climate change and sustainability.' Read my full opening remarks at #MEPC #MarineEnvironment
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'This year, we're celebrating #WorldMaritimeDay , under the theme, 'Navigating the future: safety first!'
Watch my video message which reflects IMO's work to enhance maritime safety and security in tandem with the protection of the marine environment. tinyurl.com/ycxrueyy