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Flexitanks – the new fragile cargo? What has changed and why old approaches no longer work.


May, 24, 2026

CMA CGM delivered a resilient first quarter, but the numbers underscore the increasingly complex environment facing the global container shipping and logistics giant.


May, 24, 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



Hong Kong-headquartered Venture Energy, focused on the procurement and trading of clean fuels, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with CSSC Science & Technology (CSST) and China Shipbuilding Trading Co. (CSTC) that establishes a long-term offtake framework for green methanol supply.


May, 23, 2026

Ukrainian seaports continue to confidently increase container traffic. Since the beginning of the year, container turnover has increased by 37%.


May, 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.

  • Association partners

    Legal company "Result"

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News of the International Maritime Association (IMA) and partners

  • Odessa is 229 years old 02.09.2023 Odessa is 229 years old

    The International Maritime Association congratulates Odessa and the people of Odessa on the 229th anniversary of its foundation. After all, Odesa is the best city on Earth, this place means something important to each of us, someone was born here and spent happy childhood years, someone met their first love, someone achieved their first victory, someone fulfilled their first cherished dream.

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  • August 24 - Independence Day of Ukraine. 24.08.2023 August 24 - Independence Day of Ukraine.

    On August 24, Ukraine celebrates an important state holiday - Independence Day. It doesn't matter where we were born: in Kyiv or Sevastopol, Lviv or Donetsk, Poltava or Odesa, it doesn't matter how old we are and what language we speak. Only one thing is of decisive importance: our common Motherland and our common future. And only together we can change it for the better. Happy holiday to you! Happy Independence Day! Glory to Ukraine!

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  • August 23 - Day of the State Flag of Ukraine 23.08.2023 August 23 - Day of the State Flag of Ukraine

    Dear friends, the International Maritime Association sincerely congratulates you all on the Day of the National Flag of Ukraine. The national flag is a symbol of the spirit and freedom of our country. It is a symbol of all the main stages and achievements that happened during all the years of independent Ukraine. Let me congratulate you on such a beautiful holiday and wish every family of our independent Ukraine happiness, health and faith in a better future for our state.

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  • July 28 - Day of Ukrainian Statehood 28.07.2023 July 28 - Day of Ukrainian Statehood

    The International Maritime Association sincerely congratulates you on the Day of Ukrainian Statehood. Despite the aggression, our people continue educational, research and scientific work, which will ultimately fill the difficult history of Ukrainian statehood with concrete content. This holiday symbolizes what our ancestors fought for - national culture, language, faith, traditions, customs. Ukraine was and always will be a rich, developed, democratic state! Glory to Ukraine! Glory to heroes!

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  • For the NGO 07.07.2023 For the NGO "Carriers without borders" organized the transfer of products!

    A balanced diet is important for the effective work of the military, and GloBee volunteers, with the support of the International Maritime Association, took care of this.

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  • July 2 - Day of the Navy of Ukraine. 02.07.2023 July 2 - Day of the Navy of Ukraine.

    Our association sincerely congratulates you on the Day of the Naval Forces of Ukraine! Your courage, discipline and fortitude are eternal examples of service to the Motherland. Thank you for your selfless service and steadfast defense of our country. We wish you good health, success in all your endeavors and pride in your important mission!

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