Author: IMO
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Financiers called upon to scale investment in sustainable ship recycling
The finance and investment community meeting in Hong Kong, China has been briefed on the growing opportunities and urgent needs in sustainable ship recycling. They converged at an event organized by IMO’s SENSREC Project on 18 November at this year’s Hong Kong Maritime Week.
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African nations prepare to implement IMO ship recycling convention
Representatives from eight states in East and Southern Africa have agreed on several action points to support the implementation of the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships (HKC) across the region.
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Pakistan moves to strengthen ship recycling standards at forum on HKC
IMO’s SENSREC Project recently organized a series of events in Pakistan involving all key national stakeholders to review the new regulatory framework for its ship recycling industry, aligning it with the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships (HKC).
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Stakeholders discuss proposals for SENSREC Phase 4 in Bangladesh
Key stakeholders related to ship recycling in Bangladesh convened in Dhaka on 16 July 2025 to review a proposal for a fourth phase of the SENSREC project which would potentially kick off when phase 3 concludes in December 2025.
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Investment and Finance Summit on Ship Recycling in Pakistan
On 10 February 2026, Islamabad will host the Investment and Finance Summit for the Ship Recycling Industry of Pakistan. The event is organized by IMO in collaboration with ILO and the Ministry of Maritime Affairs of Pakistan.
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From Waste to Wealth: Unlocking Investment Opportunities in Ship Recycling
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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Hong Kong Convention Enters Into Force: A Milestone for Sustainable Ship Recycling
The global maritime community is celebrating a landmark achievement as the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships officially enters into force. This pivotal moment marks a new era for the ship recycling industry, setting international standards that prioritize both environmental protection and worker safety. The Hong Kong Convention…
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Proposed amendments to ship recycling and hazardous waste management laws in Bangladesh
IMO’s SENSREC project has developed draft amendments to update the legislation in Bangladesh for the governance of the ship recycling industry and the management of hazardous waste. The proposal was presented and reviewed by key players in government and private sector during a workshop in Dhaka organized by SENSREC on 16 February. The proposed amendments…
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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…