World Maritime Day
Every year, in the last week of September, the
International Maritime Organisation (IMO) celebrates World
Maritime Day
The IMO is a specialist agency of the United Nations. Key
responsibilities are
- safety and security of international shipping
- preventing marine pollution
This is achieved largely through development and
implementation of international agreements. World Maritime
Day is an opportunity to raise awareness of shipping and
seafaring. Every year a theme is chosen is to focus
attention on particular aspects of the work of the IMO.
World Maritime Day 2007
World Maritime Day 2007 fell on Thursday 27 September.
The theme was:
- IMO’s response to current environmental challenges
The lives of the People of the Sea are closely connected
to their environment. Damage to the environment, pollution
of coastal areas and depletion of fish stocks reduces the
quality of their lives.
Events marking World Maritime Day are held on every
continent. In ports around the world, AOS is active in these
events. Participation in World Maritime Day enables us to
raise awareness of maritime issues. We work to bring
different sectors of the maritime world together in
dialogue, promoting the welfare and dignity of seafarers.
Feast of Our Lady, Star of the Sea
September 27th is also the Feast of Our Lady, Star of the
Sea.
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