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IMO reports threat to navigation safety. Ukraine has contacted the International Maritime Organization (IMO) due to a sharp deterioration in navigation safety in the Black Sea.


August, 25, 2026

BW LNG builds on 174k LNG carrier workhorse with 177k cbm three-tank design.


August, 25, 2026

Information and legal support for the activities of members of the Association


"Association Purpose"

Support to members of the Association in the fields of sea and river transport, merchant shipping, shipping (including fish / fish preservation, stevedoring), navigation and hydrographic support for navigation, while ensuring the safety of navigation on approaches to seaports



Six vessels and more than 90 sailors are currently being held captive by Somali pirates. The IMO has reported a sharp resurgence in piracy in the Gulf of Aden.


August, 25, 2026

After the risks to sea exports increased, Ukraine is again actively looking for alternative routes for cargo. One such route is rail transit through Moldova, where the local railway has agreed to a 50% discount on the transportation of Ukrainian cargo until the end of 2026.


August, 23, 2026

Work with domestic and international organizations and experts on shipping issues


"Association Purpose"

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  • Roman Kurilin

    Head of the Supervisory Board of the International Maritime Association

  • Association activity

    The main goal of the association is to constantly support activities and help members of the International Maritime Association (IMA) in the fields of maritime and river transport, merchant shipping, shipping (including fish / fish protection, port industries), navigation and hydrographic support for navigation, while ensuring the safety of navigation on approaches to seaports, in the areas of environmental protection during the implementation of economic activity and control in sea and river ports, in ship agency services, in the fields of x using ships for the transportation of goods, passengers, baggage and mail, fishing and other marine industries, exploration and mining, towing, icebreaking and rescue operations, cable laying, as well as for other economic, scientific and cultural purposes, forwarding in other related areas.

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News of the International Maritime Association (IMA) and partners

  • August 24 - Independence Day of Ukraine. 24.08.2026 August 24 - Independence Day of Ukraine.

    The International Maritime Association sincerely congratulates you on the Independence Day of Ukraine! This day is a symbol of our freedom, strength and indomitable spirit. Ukraine is not just a country, it is the heart of each of us, it is our dreams, hopes and aspirations for a better future. May our land always be peaceful and prosperous, may every Ukrainian feel pride in his Motherland, and may our hearts be filled with faith in a bright tomorrow. Together we will overcome all difficulties, together we will build our independent and strong Ukraine.

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  • August 23 - Day of the State Flag of Ukraine 23.08.2026 August 23 - Day of the State Flag of Ukraine

    The International Maritime Association sincerely congratulates on the Day of the National Flag of Ukraine and we want to wish that the blue sky is peaceful and clear, that the yellow wheat fields give a good harvest. Let the country grow and prosper, let the flag of the country grow in the wind and give Ukrainians good hope for a happy life.

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  • Marine News Digest # 33 ( August, 17, 2026 ) 17.08.2026 Marine News Digest # 33 ( August, 17, 2026 )

    We bring to your attention the Digest of marine news for the week, the most interesting marine news in one collection.

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  • Marine News Digest # 31 ( August, 03, 2026 ) 03.08.2026 Marine News Digest # 31 ( August, 03, 2026 )

    We bring to your attention the Digest of marine news for the week, the most interesting marine news in one collection.

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  • Marine News Digest # 30 ( July, 27, 2026 ) 27.07.2026 Marine News Digest # 30 ( July, 27, 2026 )

    We bring to your attention the Digest of marine news for the week, the most interesting marine news in one collection.

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  • Happy medical worker's day! 27.07.2026 Happy medical worker's day!

    Dear colleagues from the International Health Association, as well as all doctors, nurses, paramedics and all those who have dedicated their lives to medicine! Happy Doctor's Day! We know that your work is difficult, but you overcome all difficulties. We wish you to have more pleasant moments in your life than tests, more successes than failures, and more vacations than shifts. Health to you and your loved ones!

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