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IMO calls for an end to attacks on merchant ships and seafarers
The International Maritime Organization called on Member States to protect merchant shipping and seafarers as conflict-related attacks continue to disrupt major trade routes. IMO said its verified incident count around the Strait of Hormuz had reached 80 attacks, with at least 22 seafarer deaths.
Stop attacking merchant ships and seafarers: IMO Secretary-General to Member States
Conflicts must not be used as pretext to attack merchant ships.
MARAD designates 16 maritime training institutions as Centers of Excellence
The U.S. Maritime Administration designated 16 additional training institutions as 2026 Centers of Excellence. MARAD says the expanded network now includes 48 institutions across 87 facilities in 28 states and territories.
Six months of uncertainty for seafarers in Strait of Hormuz
IMO Secretary-General urges practical solutions and renewed cooperation to restore freedom of navigation
IMO calls for urgent action as piracy resumes in the Gulf of Aden
IMO Secretary-General demands immediate and unconditional release of more than 90 seafarers held captive.
MARAD and Port of Corpus Christi explore nuclear maritime technologies
MARAD and the Port of Corpus Christi signed a cooperation agreement to study small modular reactors, resilient port microgrids, shoreside power, emerging vessel propulsion concepts, and related workforce development.
MARAD awards $35.1 million to 45 small shipyards
The Maritime Administration announced grants for infrastructure, equipment, and workforce development at 45 shipyards across 24 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Projects include berth improvements, drydock capacity, cranes, fabrication equipment, and training resources.
Statement on deadly ship attack in the Red Sea
IMO Secretary-General condemns attack on international shipping
Statement on recent attacks on ships in the Red Sea
Renewed attacks on international shipping in the region are "indefensible", says IMO Secretary-General.
IMO condemns attacks on civilian merchant vessels in the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea
IMO Secretary-General calls for an end to all unwarranted attacks on international shipping arising from geopolitical conflicts.
IMO Council reaffirms commitment to protecting vital shipping lanes
IMO Council defends freedom of navigation, international law and safety of seafarers.
IMO Secretary-General condemns new attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz
Secretary-General calls for maximum restraint and de-escalation in the region.
American maritime expert and diplomat to receive International Maritime Prize
"Consensus-builder" Jeffrey Lantz selected for top global recognition
IMO adopts its first global safety code for autonomous ships
The International Maritime Organization adopted the non-mandatory MASS Code for autonomous and remotely operated cargo ships. The framework covers navigation, connectivity, remote operations, cybersecurity, fire safety, search and rescue, and continued human oversight.