The IMO-Ipieca Global Initiative celebrates 30 years of oil spill preparedness and response

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The IMO-Ipieca Global Initiative is commemorating 30 years of supporting oil spill preparedness and response globally. Established under the IMO’s convention, the initiative focuses on preventing and minimizing environmental damage, protecting communities, and ensuring maritime safety.

This year marks 30 years since the Global Initiative (GI) was established to support the implementation of IMO’s International Convention on Oil Pollution Preparedness, Response and Co-operation. Throughout that time, the GI has helped to prevent and minimise the impact of spills on the marine environment, protect local communities and ensure the safety of maritime ...