International Maritime Organisation (IMO)

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is a United Nations agency responsible for regulating shipping safety, security, and environmental performance worldwide. It develops and enforces international standards for ships, such as construction standards, navigational safety, and pollution prevention measures. The IMO aims to ensure that maritime transportation is safe, secure, efficient, and environmentally responsible. Through its regulations and conventions, it fosters cooperation among countries to address challenges like maritime accidents, pollution, and security threats, helping to maintain a safe and sustainable global shipping industry.