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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    The Business and Finance Summit will bring together stakeholders from the investment and finance community, CEOs of ship recycling companies, shipowners or operators, and representatives from the donor countries and international financial institutions.

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  • From Waste to Wealth: Unlocking Investment Opportunities in Ship Recycling – 18 November

    From Waste to Wealth: Unlocking Investment Opportunities in Ship Recycling – 18 November

    From Waste to Wealth is an event focused on highlighting the transformative potential of the ship recycling industry in driving both sustainability and economic growth. Held during Hong Kong Maritime Week, the event will bring together global banking, investment, and maritime stakeholders to discuss the urgent need for robust investments in ship recycling.

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  • Call for mentoring partners

    Call for mentoring partners

    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

    Call for experts

    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…

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