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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IMO Highlights Environmental Progress at UN Ocean Conference Side Event
At a high-profile side event during the UN Ocean Conference in Nice, IMO took centre stage in discussions focused on shipping’s evolving role in ocean sustainability, with a particular emphasis on environmentally responsible ship recycling.
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SENSREC project holds first workshop on hazardous waste management in Pakistan
A three-day workshop on enhancing hazardous waste management in Pakistan’s ship recycling sector was held in Karachi from 20 to 22 May, drawing over 100 participants from government agencies, academia, and the private sector. It was organized under the joint International Maritime Organization (IMO) and International Labour Organization (ILO) SENSREC project.
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SENSREC side event during the Basel Convention Conference of the Parties
A high-level side event titled “A safe and environmentally sound approach to ship recycling” was held on 1 May 2025 in Geneva, during the COP 25 meetings of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions.
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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
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
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…