Jamaica takes significant steps towards the elimination of marine plastic litter from the transportation and fishing sectors

Jamaica takes significant steps towards the elimination of marine plastic litter from the transportation and fishing sectors

The Government of Jamaica has demonstrated its commitment to reduce and eliminate marine plastics from our oceans through its selection as one of ten Lead Partnering  Countries globally in an International Maritime Organization (IMO) and Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) supported global project.

The project, entitled: Building Partnerships to Assist Developing...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2021/09/16/jamaica-takes-significant-steps-towards-the-elimination-of-marine-plastic-litter-from-the-transportation-and-fishing-sectors/

Shipping Sector Unites Behind ‘Game-Changing’ Eyesea Pollution Plan

  • Eyesea uses technology and the support of seafarers, shipowners, managers and maritime professionals to collect and process oceanic pollution data.
  • The data is used to build detailed maps and charts available free of charge to governments, clean-up groups, researchers, local authorities.
  • These maps will enable the shipping sector to take targeted clean-up action and make evidence-based policy decisions.

Shipping leaders have united in their support of pollution mapping initiative Eyesea,...

https://mfame.guru/shipping-sector-unites-behind-game-changing-eyesea-pollution-plan/