13 July 2026
IMO Council reaffirms commitment to protecting vital shipping lanes
The IMO Council reaffirmed navigation rights and freedoms and addressed safety and security concerns around vital shipping lanes.
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The IMO Council reaffirmed navigation rights and freedoms and addressed safety and security concerns around vital shipping lanes.
Read official source →The first IMSAS audit cycle reached 168 Member States, with 94% of IMO Members audited, generating evidence on implementation and recurring areas requiring attention.
Read official source →The IMO adopted the non-mandatory MASS Code, a major milestone for the safe integration of remotely controlled and autonomous commercial ships.
Read official source →Amendments entering into force on 1 January 2026 included STCW training requirements related to violence and harassment, lost-container reporting and other safety changes.
Read official source →IMO's publications list records the 2026 English edition of the STCW Convention and STCW Code published on 30 July 2026.
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