The Conference of Peripheral Maritime Regions (CPMR) was established in 1973. It is an independent network of over 150 European Regions from both within and outside the European Union representing peripheral maritime regions. The network operates to bring these regions together for discussion and debate on areas that are of common concern (agriculture, fisheries, transport, … [continue reading]
New skips to mark 15 years of Fishing for Litter in Shetland
News release from Shetland Fishermen’s Association and KIMO International New skips to mark 15 years of successful marine litter scheme New dedicated Fishing for Litter skips have been installed at Lerwick and Scalloway harbours to mark 15 years of the highly successful project. To raise awareness of the voluntary scheme, which is run by KIMO … [continue reading]
KIMO’s latest report looks at marine litter at UNESCO World Heritage sites
The 1972 UNESCO World Heritage Convention unites 193 nations behind a shared commitment to preserve the world’s outstanding heritage for the benefit of present and future generations. The UNESCO World Heritage List includes 49 ocean places – distributed across 37 countries – recognised for their unique marine biodiversity, singular ecosystem, unique geological processes or incomparable beauty. The … [continue reading]
Two exciting new projects launched at Scotland’s International Marine Conference
KIMO launched two new ventures at Scotland’s International Marine Conference which took place at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow from 20-21 February 2019. This high profile event was opened by Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and attended by academics, experts and industry representatives working towards healthy and sustainable seas in Scotland and beyond. As … [continue reading]
Welcome back Norway – we’ve missed you!
KIMO was formed in 1990 by four municipalities who saw the multiple environmental threats facing coastal communities. They realised early on that marine pollution respects no boundaries. Radiation from nuclear power plants in the UK can show up in mussels in Norway. Fisherman from the Netherlands could be harmed by historical munitions dumped in the … [continue reading]
The ghost of lobster pots past
A gentle sun hovers over the bay as we approach the boat. Autumn is in the air. Norwegian autumn – not to be trifled with. The only sound drifting along on the late afternoon breeze is that of the small boat engine puttering away. We’re visiting Lillesand, our newest KIMO member municipality. Our hosts have … [continue reading]
Fishing for Litter fleet cleans up after MSC Zoe but who pays the costs?
During a heavy storm on the 2nd of January 2019, around 270 containers are estimated to have fallen overboard into the Wadden Sea Protected Area from MSC Zoe, an ultra large container ship owned by Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC). It is estimated that 9,000 tonnes of cargo has been lost overboard. Fortunately for the environment … [continue reading]
PRESS RELEASE: Loss of Containers from MSC Zoe in the Wadden Sea Protected Area shows that maritime transport regulations are not being enforced
Beaches and coastlines of KIMO International member municipalities in the Wadden Sea area have been polluted in the recent MSC Zoe container ship accident. KIMO highlights the systemic failings of the current maritime transport regulatory regime and puts forward recommendations for preventing future accidents of this nature. Press Release Shetland Islands, January 10, 2019 On … [continue reading]
Registration for Scotland’s International Marine Conference 2019 is now open!
When: 20-21 February 2019 Where: Strathclyde University Technology and Innovation Centre, 99 George Street, Glasgow G1 1RD, Scotland Scotland’s vision for its marine environment is “Clean, healthy, safe, productive and diverse seas; managed to meet the long term needs of nature and people” and this is only achievable through strong national action and international cooperation. Scotland’s … [continue reading]
Historic cooperation agreement signed between KIMO and North Sea Commission
Media Release Today marked the start of an official partnership between KIMO and the CPMR’s North Sea Commission, as members at KIMO’s Annual General Meeting witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two international organisations. The agreement relates to cooperation and collaboration on the organisations’ joint ambitions to address plastics and … [continue reading]
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