Since adopting its first international mandatory measures to improve ships’ energy efficiency in July 2011, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has been intensifying its efforts to combat climate change. Aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goal 13, the IMO’s revised Strategy on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships in 2023 sets ambitious targets aimed at achieving net-zero emissions from international shipping by around 2050. This includes reducing carbon intensity by at least 40% by 2030, and ensuring that alternative zero and near-zero GHG fuels make up at least 5%, aiming for 10%, of the energy used by international shipping by the same year.

This plan emphasises the need for maritime training programs to include sustainability topics, preparing seafarers to work in ways that are better for the planet. It suggests that the future of maritime operations should focus on sustainable development, shifting from traditional training to new methods that consider the health of our oceans and environment. [1]

New fuels and technology will be instrumental in meeting these targets. At OTG, we’re supporting our customers and wider industry by building training resources that will equip maritime professionals to deliver the promise these new technologies make. Alongside preparing people for the new tech that’s coming, we’re also equipping them with the knowledge to improve their performance today, with resources on energy saving and waste management.

By equipping your team with the knowledge and skills for more sustainable ways of working, you can improve both the operational and contribute to moving the industry towards global sustainability, in line with the IMO’s vision for a greener maritime future.

We’re dedicated to the growth and development of your seafarers. Our training programs are constantly updated to reflect the newest trends and best practices in sustainability, making sure your team can make informed, sustainable decisions.

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