“The benefits of a free and efficient flow of goods and trade extend far beyond ships and ports and can improve the lives of people everywhere.” This was IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim’s message to the 30th IAPH World Ports Conference in Bali, Indonesia (7-12 May). Mr. Lim was speaking via video message to more than 1000 delegates attending the Conference under the theme “Enabling Trade, Energizing the World”.
The Secretary-General made clear links between IMO’s work and the work of IAPH, stating that: “IAPH has become a strategic partner for some IMO projects, helping the maritime transport system to transition into more energy-efficient and low-carbon operations”.
The conference also featured an exhibition, including an IMO Publishing stand presenting IMO’s latest publications, conventions and codes.