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International Maritime Organization (IMO)

The Convention establishing the International Maritime Organization (IMO) was adopted in Geneva in 1948 and IMO first met in 1959. IMO's main task has been to develop and maintain a comprehensive regulatory framework for shipping and its remit today includes safety, environmental concerns, legal matters, technical co-operation, maritime security and the efficiency of shipping.  Website: www.imo.org/
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Principles Relating to Administrative Procedures for Disembarking Persons Rescued at Sea

22 January 2009 | Publisher: International Maritime Organization (IMO) | Document type: Resolutions/Recommendations/Declarations

Resolution MSC.167(78), Guidelines on the Treatment of Persons Rescued At Sea

20 May 2004 | Publisher: International Maritime Organization (IMO) | Document type: Resolutions/Recommendations/Declarations

Resolution MSC.155(78), Adoption of Amendments to the International Convention on Maritime Search and Rescue, 1979

20 May 2004 | Publisher: International Maritime Organization (IMO) | Document type: Resolutions/Recommendations/Declarations

Resolution A.871(20), Guidelines on the Allocation of Responsibilities to Seek the Successful Resolution of Stowaway Cases

27 November 1997 | Publisher: International Maritime Organization (IMO) | Document type: Resolutions/Recommendations/Declarations

International Convention on Maritime Search and Rescue

27 April 1979 | Publisher: International Maritime Organization (IMO) | Document type: Multilateral Treaties/Agreements

International Convention for the Safety of Life At Sea

1 November 1974 | Publisher: International Maritime Organization (IMO) | Document type: Multilateral Treaties/Agreements

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