GMN

MTCC-Africa National Workshop in conjunction with Benin

MTCC Africa’s virtual webinar was hosted in conjunction with Directorate of the Merchant Marine – Benin on 26 January 2021 and highlighted the need for the Promotion of Technical Co-operation and Transfer of Technology relating to the Improvement of Energy Efficiency in Ports plus the shipping industry at large.

MTCC Asia - Virtual Regional Ship Energy Efficiency Technology Conference

As part of MTCC Asia’s continuing efforts on promoting the reduction of GHG emissions in the maritime sector, representatives of stakeholders from the region had a lively discussion around the energy efficient technologies and operational measures at its Regional Conference held on 13-15 January 2021. The Conference, attended by over 60 participants from maritime authorities, industry academia and technology providers in Asia, addressed the outcomes of IMO’s MEPC 75, key points of the fourth GHG Study Report, and latest practices on ship energy efficiency solutions.

MTCC Asia - Global Green Maritime Forum

MTCC Asia in collaboration with Shanghai maritime University and Shanghai Municipal Government successfully concluded Global Green Maritime Forum that was held virtually on 18 November. The Forum focused on t the latest developments in national policies and crucial measures to support decarbonization of the maritime sector.

MTCC Africa - Workshop on the Role of Women in Decarbonization

MTCC-Africa successfully concluded Workshop on the Role of Women in Decarbonization that was held virtually on 29 October. The workshop focused on climate change mitigation in the maritime and shipping industry, taking into account the 2030 United Nations Sustainable Agenda and Goals (UN SDGs) and in particular Goal 5 on gender equality.

PROJECT EXTENSION ANNOUNCEMENT

We are pleased to announce the six-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. Forthcoming events will include a virtual webinar series, online Training of MARPOL Annex VI, and virtual conference and exhibitions.