SAVE THE DATE: IMO-UNEP-UNEP-NORWAY INNOVATION FORUM 2023

The 2023 IMO-UNEP-Norway Innovation Forum 2023 will be held on Thursday, September 28 in hybrid mode, and will focus on the World Maritime Day theme "50 years of MARPOL: our commitment continues".

The Forum aims to address the research, technology and infrastructure needs of developing countries, as well as the research and partnership needs for the development of innovative GHG technologies, and the financial needs to test and deploy them, particularly in least developed countries and small island states.

This third forum aims to champion innovation to accelerate the maritime sector's transition to a low- or zero-emission future, with particular emphasis on inclusive innovations that promote the decarbonization of the maritime sector. Similarly, to promote innovation by providing a global platform to exchange best practices and address existing needs, gathering ideas and the latest developments from all stakeholders, as well as enhanced cooperation at all levels to support this transition worldwide. 

The forum will consist of a high-level keynote address, followed by presentations and panel discussions where policy, technology and R&D advocates will report and present their views to discuss innovations and fuels needed for maritime decarbonization and enabling technologies for greener shipping.

The forum will be open to all Member Governments, UN specialized agencies, intergovernmental organizations, NGOs, industry representatives, academia and the general public. The participation of Least Developed Countries and Small Island Developing States is particularly encouraged.

The hybrid modality of the event will be held in person at IMO headquarters and will be broadcast online on IMO's YouTube channel and on UN Web TV. Presentations will be conducted in English language only.

To participate, please register here: https://forms.office.com/e/JQFjNitJcY

Source:
•    www.imo.org
•    OMI Circular No. 4757 of July 31, 2023

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