02JUL2019 - NEWS - IMO Workshop in Thailand on Emission Cut

International Maritime Organization (IMO) said that reducing atmospheric pollution from ships and improving air quality is an integral part of its work. "This principle is clearly enshrined Under MARPOL Annex VI," the UN body said in a press release.

IMO recently held a workshop on MARPOL Annex VI in Bangkok, Thailand (24-26 June).

The workshop, aimed at shipping stakeholders, strongly encouraged ratification and implementation of MARPOL Annex VI including regulations on ships' energy efficiency.