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Recycling of ships

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Ship recycling contributes to sustainable development and is the most environmentally friendly way of disposing of ships with virtually every part of the hull and machinery capable of being re-used. However, while the principle of ship recycling is a sound one, the reported status of working practices and environmental standards in recycling facilities in certain parts of the world often leaves much to be desired.

Noting the growing concerns about environmental safety, health and welfare matters in the ship recycling industry, and the need to reduce the environmental, occupational health and safety risks related to ship recycling, as well as the need to secure the smooth withdrawal of ships that have reached the end of their operating lives, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has taken swift action to develop a realistic and effective solution to the problem of ship recycling. See More...

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International Maritime Organization ( Institutional Contact )

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IMO

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The purposes of the Organization, as summarized by Article 1 (a) of the Convention, are "to provide machinery for co- operation among Governments in the field of governmental regulation and practices relating to technical matters of all kinds affecting shipping engaged in international trade; to encourage and facilitate the general adoption of the highest practicable standards in matters concerning maritime safety, efficiency of navigation and prevention and control of marine pollution from ships". The Organization is also empowered to deal with administrative and legal matters related to these purposes. The Organization has over 160 Member States and two Associate Members.

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MARINE TRANSPORTATION;

PIRACY;

MARITIME LEGISLATION;

NAVIGATION REGULATIONS;

NAVIGATION SYSTEMS;

MERCHANT SHIPS;

MARITIME ACCIDENTS;