World Maritime Day Image: September 24 is widely known as maritime day
World Maritime Day 2020: Every yr on September 24, World Maritime Day is noticed to grasp the significance of the marine atmosphere, the influence of industries on the oceans and marine life and the well-being of seafarers who spend months away from house. This yr due the coronavirus pandemic, it is much more tough for the seafarers as their keep on the ship have been prolonged, in lots of circumstances, resulting from lockdown guidelines globally. Shipping industries globally with the help of the International Maritime Organisation are working in the direction of a regulatory framework in the direction of a sustainable future and effectively being of individuals related to transport.
World Maritime Day 2020: Theme
The theme for this yr is “sustainable shipping for a sustainable planet” in keeping with the Sustainable Development Goals or SDGs of the United Nations. World Maritime Day is a superb alternative to disseminate data and unfold consciousness about correct administration of the oceans and saving the the water our bodies from air pollution, which destroys the delicate marine atmosphere. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) and its Member States are working in the direction of attaining the SDG targets.
This Thursday 24 September will probably be #WorldMaritimeDay Watch the web celebration right here: https://t.co/DCr19ypxO4
with full of life discussions surrounding #SustainableShipping with our spectacular visitors. pic.twitter.com/iB74vyoZfG— IMO (@IMOHQ) September 21, 2020
This yr the position of seafarers are within the forefront amid the COVID-19 pandemic as they sail from shore to shore with cargo and different humanitarian work. UN chief, Antonio Guterres in his message on World Maritime Day tweeted: “I’m concerned about the crisis facing hundreds of thousands of seafarers whose time at sea has been extended far beyond standards due to COVID-19. On World Maritime Day, I renew my appeal to designate seafarers and marine personnel ‘key workers’ and ensure safe crew changes.”
I’m involved in regards to the disaster dealing with a whole lot of hundreds of seafarers whose time at sea has been prolonged far past requirements resulting from #COVID19.
On #WorldMaritimeDay, I renew my enchantment to designate seafarers & marine personnel “key workers” & guarantee secure crew adjustments.
— António Guterres (@antonioguterres) September 24, 2020
Union Minister for Shipping, Mansukh Mandaviya greeted seafarers on World Maritime Day. “Greeting to all seafarers and stakeholders of Maritime Sector on World Maritime Day. COVID-19 Pandemic has highlighted professionalism and sacrifice of the 2 million seafarers. Shipping has continued to transport more than 80% of world trade, including vital medical supplies.”
Greeting to all seafarers and stakeholders of Maritime Sector on #WorldMaritimeDay#COVID19Pandemic has highlighted professionalism & sacrifice of the two million seafarers. Shipping has continued to move greater than 80% of world commerce, together with very important medical provides. pic.twitter.com/y0vqYGeJ9C
— Mansukh Mandaviya (@mansukhmandviya) September 24, 2020
Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan took to Twitter and wrote, “…I would like to extend my gratitude towards the 2 mn+ merchant fleet personnel all over the world. Despite several hurdles faced during COVID-19, their unwavering professionalism ensured continuity in transport of key goods and supplies globally.”
Today is #WorldMaritimeDay2020.
I wish to lengthen my gratitude in the direction of the 2mn+ service provider fleet personnel all around the world.
Despite a number of hurdles confronted throughout #COVID19, their unwavering professionalism ensured continuity in transport of key items & provides globally. pic.twitter.com/iTbIcbPwra— Dr Harsh Vardhan (@drharshvardhan) September 24, 2020
World Maritime Day 2020: Focus of International Maritime Organization
- “Develop measures to cut greenhouse gas emissions”
- “Reduce the sulphur content of ships’ fuel oil”
- “Implement the Ballast Water Management Convention”
- “Protect the polar regions”
- “Reduce marine litter”
- “Improve the efficiency of shipping through the electronic exchange of information”
- “Enhance the participation of women in the maritime community”
Happy World Maritime Day 2020!