SENSREC is a capacity building project of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to assist developing countries in the implementation of the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships. The project is designed to provide comprehensive and integrated support that focuses on policy alignment, and the design and establishment of institutional mechanisms and governance systems. At the same time, the SENSREC project develops the capacities of the stakeholders in the ship recycling sector by promoting sustainable technical, social and environmental practices.
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Latest News
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Unlocking investment opportunities in ship recycling in Bangladesh
Ship recycling countries are seeking stronger investments, as demands on the industry are expected to rise significantly in coming years. During Hong Kong Maritime Week in Hong Kong, China (17-23 November), IMO’s SENSREC project engaged members of the global banking and investment community to discuss the opportunity to contribute to the modernisation and sustainability of the sector. …
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One step closer to green and sustainable ship recycling in Asia
Major ship-recycling countries in Asia are taking steps to enhance compliance and safety in ship recycling across the region, in line with the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships (the Hong Kong Convention). A workshop in Manila, Philippines (6-8 November) aimed to equip government officials from the region with the…
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SENSREC holds inception workshop to launch new project in Pakistan
A workshop to promote sustainable ship recycling has been held in Pakistan – one of the top five ship recycling nations in the world. The Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships and Decent Work (SENSREC-DW) Project held its first workshop in Karachi on 16 September. The workshop took place following IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez’s first…
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Announcements and next events
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Investment and Finance Summit on Ship recycling in Pakistan – July 2025
The SENSREC-DW project will organise in Karachi, Pakistan, an international event aimed at bringing together the investment and finance community with key stakeholders in the ship recycling industry. The aim of this conference is to witness the current scenario of the industry, business prospects and investment needs to upgrade the infrastructure of ship recycling facilities. …
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Call for mentoring partners
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The SENSREC project is planning to launch a mentoring programme to support careers of young women interested in developing professionally in the ship recycling sector – or associated industries. Are you a passionate professional in the maritime and ship recycling industry who believes in the power of mentorship and gender diversity? We are seeking experience…
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Call for experts
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IMO and its SENSREC project are seeking to increase its pool of experts to deliver work on a wide range of assignments related to ship recycling. Examples of assignments are the development of technical reports, studies and training materials, and the delivery of training courses or technical demonstrations. Profiles that will be required throughout the…