From Policy To Practice: Ship Recycling

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The maritime industry marks World Maritime Day 2026, highlighting the implementation of the Hong Kong International Convention for the safe and environmentally sound recycling of ships, effective since June 2025. This milestone aims to improve ship recycling practices globally in line with IMO policies.

As the maritime world observes World Maritime Day 2026 on 24 September, the IMO’s theme, “From Policy to Practice: Powering Maritime Excellence,” could not be more timely for ship recycling. The Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships entered into force on 26 June 2025. With that milestone, safe ...

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