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MTCC Africa and IMO CARES at COP 27

COP 27 MTCC Africa/IMO CARES side event

MTCC Africa and the IMO CARES Project showcased on-site session titled “Mobilizing global support for green maritime transition in Africa”, on 16 November 2022 in Sharm El Sheikh.

For more information on the event and IMO CARES Project, please click here.

MTCC Africa UNEP@50

MTCC Africa on 3rd March 2022 hosted a Side-Event titled 'Reconditioning Our Future – Decarbonization of Africa’s Shipping Sector through Energy Efficiency' during the commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the establishment of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) at the UNEP Complex in Nairobi, Kenya.

This event provided an opportunity to highlight the importance of a sustainable maritime sector reflecting the need to support a green transition of the maritime sector into a sustainable future.

We are pleased to announce that the “Maritime Technology Cooperation Centres (MTCCs) – Ready for the future” event will be held on 2 December 2021

Join us for this important event which will bring together all partners and stakeholders to discuss MTCCs’ impact and their future challenges and opportunities. We encourage you to mark your calendars and "SAVE THE DATE" to engage in this virtual event.

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NextGEN portal to maritime decarbonisation projects launched

The NextGEN web portal, an online collaborative global ecosystem of maritime transport decarbonisation initiatives, brings stakeholders together to identify the gaps and opportunities for decarbonisation in the international shipping community. The portal has been developed to serve as a circle of collaboration and a single portal to bring different stakeholders involved in maritime decarbonisation projects.

Sustainable Technologies in focus at MTCC Asia Conference

Emerging innovative solutions for low-carbon and green shipping were the focus of the International Conference-Exhibition on Maritime Technology for Climate Mitigation (Confex) held virtually and with some people attending in person (11-13 July), as part of the China Maritime Day Shanghai Forum.

Energy efficiency in ports to support maritime decarbonization

The maritime industry and particularly ports are part of the solution towards decarbonizing the maritime sector and can contribute towards the UN goal of achieving clean and affordable energy, panelists told a side-event on ports, held during the United Nations-led Ministerial-level Thematic Forums (21-25 June) on energy action.

PROJECT EXTENSION ANNOUNCEMENT

We are pleased to announce the nine-month extension of the GMN project. This additional time will allow MTCCs to work towards financial sustainability as well as to continue their efforts in building regional capacity for the implementation of IMO emissions regulations (MARPOL Annex VI) and the decarbonization of maritime operations. The project is now scheduled to conclude on 31st March 2022.

MTCC Caribbean Maritime Climate Action Conference & Exhibition, 24-26 February, 2021

Welcome to MTCC Caribbean’s conference and exhibition focussing on climate action in the maritime sector and energy efficiency. This online conference spans three days covering updates on the work of Global MTCC Network (GMN), contemporary issues affecting climate action in the maritime sector and delves into the technological considerations for decarbonizing the maritime sector. A virtual exhibition hall showcasing technology, alternative fuel suppliers as well as knowledge providers will be available for the duration of the conference.

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For more information about current & upcoming MTCCs activities please visit the respective MTCCs websites.

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14 December 2022

Today at IMO Dr Matheickal presented the exciting portfolio of IMO Green projects, including the IMO Cares Foundation project

The IMO green projects aim to support our developing country Member States in their journey towards sustainable maritime transport, including maritime decarbonization. The presentation can be...

2 October 2022

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MTCC Africa and IMO CARES at COP 27

MTCC Africa UNEP@50

We are pleased to announce that the “Maritime Technology Cooperation Centres (MTCCs) – Ready for the future” event will be held on 2 December 2021

NextGEN portal to maritime decarbonisation projects launched

Sustainable Technologies in focus at MTCC Asia Conference

Energy efficiency in ports to support maritime decarbonization

PROJECT EXTENSION ANNOUNCEMENT

MTCC Caribbean Maritime Climate Action Conference & Exhibition, 24-26 February, 2021

Maritime Technology Cooperation Centres

Upcoming MTCC Activities

News

Today at IMO Dr Matheickal presented the exciting portfolio of IMO Green projects, including the IMO Cares Foundation project

IMO CARES presents at the IMO-UNEP-Norway Innovation Forum

IMO CARES and MTCCs host a series of technical workshops

IMO debuts interactive GHG SMART workshop series