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Monthly Archives: October 2017
Progress made in developing GHG strategy for international shipping
Briefing: 28 30/10/2017
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IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim said, “The working group made some considerable progress in bringing together the proposals for the different elements of the draft IMO GHG strategy. I am confident that Member States will continue to work on this ahead of the next working group session, to build convergence so that the draft initial IMO GHG strategy can be adopted as planned at the next session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee in April 2018.” |
Unsafe mixed migration by sea – an ongoing humanitarian challenge
Briefing: 29 30/10/2017
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“Although governments and the merchant shipping industry will continue rescue operations, safe, legal, alternative pathways to migration must be developed, including safe, organized migration by sea, if necessary,” said IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim. |
Unsafe mixed migration by sea continues to claim many lives, despite the strenuous efforts made by Governmental and naval rescue services, often supported by merchant vessels, abiding by the long-standing tradition and legal obligation to go to the rescue of persons in distress at sea.
Sail Aid UK News: Expanding fundraising options to broaden appeal
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Navy, USCG issue Draft RFP for Polar icebreaker; New alert underscores piracy risk off Nigeria
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Delve deeper into the Ocean with drones
Delve deeper into the Ocean with drones
With the help of drones, areas of the ocean which have previously proved challenging to access are now within reach. Treacherous arctic conditions make exploration from a boat in these remote areas difficult, even for the most experienced researchers. Deploying drones enables researchers to capture accurate more reliable data, in a safer and more cost-efficient way. Intel are championing the use of drones in marine research and working in partnership with Parley for the Oceans and Oceans Alliance they are using ‘Snotbot’ drones to analyse the condition of whales and the environment. The drones collect spout water from whales in oceans around the world to help researchers better understand the rich biological data that whale snot holds, including DNA, stress and pregnancy hormones, viruses, bacteria and toxins.
China Cup – AY Race Report 4 & Summary
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11th China Cup International Regatta AY Race Report 4 & Summary 2017/18 AY Grand Prix Event |
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Kiwis add China Cup to trophy cabinet…
By CCIR Media – Andy Rice
Sunday 29th October 2017, Shenzhen, China: Yiihua Pocket Emirates Team New Zealand has won the China Cup after sailing a strong final day in the Beneteau 40.7 one-design division. The breeze blew in at around 10 knots this morning, setting up the perfect scenario for a big battle between the defending champion Vanhang Longcheer and the America’s Cup winners, along with some other hot contenders that included My Side from South Africa and Team Hollywood from Australia. Goto AY Photo Gallery
China Cup – AY Race Report 3
Longcheer extends lead with win around the island |
By CCIR Media – Andy Rice
IMO promotes fishing vessel safety agreement to save lives
When it comes to fishing vessel safety, the mission is clear, says Sandra Allnutt of the International Maritime Organization (IMO): enhance safety to save lives.
Fahad Al Hasni ready to break more records as Oman Sail team joins Transat Jacques Vabre fleet
Oman Sail – Class 40
Photo: Vincent Curutchet
Oman Sail Class 40 co-skippers Fahad Al Hasni and Sidney Gavignet are among the crews now gathered in Le Havre as the clock ticks down to the November 5th start of the classic Transat Jacques Vabre race.