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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 106722
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Department of State is organizing a virtual public meeting on January 21, 2025, via Microsoft Teams. The meeting is to prepare for the 12th session of the International Maritime Organization's Pollution Prevention and Response Sub-Committee (PPR 12) scheduled for later that month. The agenda includes discussions on pollution hazards, amendments to MARPOL Annexes, and guidelines for reducing emissions and marine litter. The public can join the meeting by RSVP to the coordinator, Ms. Nicole M. Schindler, by January 20, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The people in charge of boats are having a big online meeting to talk about keeping the ocean clean. They want everyone to join, but you have to tell them you'll be there by a certain day.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 3271
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Department of State announced a public meeting scheduled for February 4, 2025, to prepare for an upcoming session of the International Maritime Organization's Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping. The meeting will be held via teleconference and in-person at the Coast Guard Headquarters in Washington, DC. Items on the agenda include discussions on model training courses, human element roles, and new regulatory frameworks for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from ships. Interested members of the public planning to participate should contact the meeting coordinator by January 30, 2025, for access details and to ensure accommodation.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of State is having a meeting on February 4, 2025, to talk about shipping safety and rules for ships to be more eco-friendly. People can join by phone or in person, but they need to let the organizers know by January 30, 2025, so everything can be set up.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 7732
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Department of State is holding a public meeting on February 13, 2025, both in-person at the Coast Guard Headquarters in Washington, DC, and via teleconference. This meeting aims to prepare for the upcoming 11th session of the International Maritime Organization's Sub-committee on Ship Systems and Equipment, scheduled for February 24-28, 2025, in London. Participants can join depending on the capacity, and those interested should RSVP by February 3, 2024. The meeting will address topics like safety equipment, fire protection, and other maritime safety regulations.

    Simple Explanation

    The State Department is having a meeting where people can come in person or join by phone to talk about keeping ships safe. This meeting is to get ready for another meeting in London later, but there might be a mistake with the date you need to let them know you are coming.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11867
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Department of State will hold a public meeting on March 27, 2025, at 10 a.m. ET to prepare for the upcoming International Maritime Organization's (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 83) session. The meeting will occur both in person at the Coast Guard Headquarters in Washington, DC, and virtually via Microsoft Teams. Participants can discuss agenda items like air pollution prevention, energy efficiency of ships, and marine plastic litter reduction. Interested individuals should RSVP by March 21, 2025, to ensure a spot and receive teleconference details.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is having a special meeting on March 27, 2025, to talk about keeping the ocean clean, like reducing air pollution from ships and cleaning up plastic in the water. People can join the meeting in person or online, but they need to say they want to join by March 21, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8982
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Department of State will hold a public meeting via teleconference on March 11, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, to prepare for the upcoming session of the International Maritime Organization's Pollution Prevention and Response Sub-Committee. The meeting will discuss several agenda items, including safety and pollution hazards of chemicals, measures to reduce emissions in the Arctic, and marine plastic litter. Interested participants can join the call, which is limited to 500 participants, and should contact Ms. Melissa Perera for more information.

    Simple Explanation

    The State Department is having a phone meeting on March 11, 2021, to talk about keeping the seas clean and safe. People can call to join the meeting, but only 500 people can join at once, and they should ask Ms. Melissa Perera if they need more info.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 10676
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Department of State will hold a public meeting on March 7, 2025, in preparation for the upcoming 49th session of the International Maritime Organization's Facilitation Committee in London. Participants can join either in-person in Washington, DC, or virtually via Microsoft Teams. The meeting will discuss various agenda items related to maritime regulations, digitalization, cybersecurity, and other issues important for maritime operations. Interested individuals must contact James Bull by February 21, 2025, to RSVP or request accommodations.

    Simple Explanation

    The State Department is having a meeting on March 7, 2025, to get ready for a big event about ships and the ocean. People can join in person or online to talk about how to make ships and the sea safer and better.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 3229
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Department of State announced a public meeting via teleconference on February 10, 2021, to prepare for the International Maritime Organization's session on Human Element, Training, and Watchkeeping. The meeting will discuss various agenda items, including the role of the human element, implementation and amendments to conventions, and training measures. Those interested in participating can contact Mr. Kenneth Doyle for more information. Up to 500 participants can join the teleconference by calling the provided number and using the specified participant code.

    Simple Explanation

    The State Department is having a phone meeting on February 10, 2021, to talk about important boat rules and training. They want to hear what people think before the big international meeting, and you can join if you call the number and use the special code, but only up to 500 people can fit in the call.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 7763
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Department of State is holding a public meeting of the Shipping Coordination Committee on April 29, 2021, via teleconference. This meeting aims to prepare for the 103rd session of the International Maritime Organization's Maritime Safety Committee, happening remotely from May 5 to 14, 2021. The agenda includes various maritime safety topics, such as the adoption of new regulations, ship design standards, and measures to combat piracy. Interested participants should contact LT Jessica Anderson for access and any updates on the agenda.

    Simple Explanation

    The State Department is having a phone meeting on April 29, 2021, to get ready for a big ship safety event in May. They will talk about keeping ships safe, stopping pirates, and making new ship rules.