Liberian Registry released a statement announcing that it has been re-elected to the Council of IMO, a position it has held since 2012. Liberia is the second-largest ship registry in the world, including more than 4,200 ships.
Commissioner of the Liberia Maritime Authority, Dr. James Kollie, commented: “It is very gratifying to see Liberia reconfirmed in its position as a leading maritime nation and decision-maker at the IMO. Liberia is among the most proactive and responsible maritime nations in the world, in accordance with its position as the leading quality open registry serving the global shipping industry and ensuring seafarers’ welfare.”
The Liberian-flag fleet, comprising of 4,200 ships, aggregates more than 150 million gross tons, making Liberia the second-largest ship registry in the world. Liberia also features on the White List of all Port State Control Memorandums of Understanding, worldwide.
“Liberia has always been a committed member of IMO, since its formation, as the sole international competent authority ensuring maritime safety, security, environmental protection and clean seas. As such, it is pleased to reconfirm its place on the IMO Council. Moreover, increased political stability and economic growth and prosperity have made Liberia an attractive country for foreign investment,” Mr. Kollie added.
The IMO Council is the executive organ of the IMO, composed of 40 of the 172 IMO member states and is elected by the IMO Assembly for two-year terms.
It supervises the work of the IMO, including co-ordination of the activities of its committees and sub-committees, consideration of the draft IMO work programme and budget, appointment of the Secretary-General, and entering into agreements concerning the relationship of the IMO with other organizations.
In November, Liberia was acknowledged by the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) as a quality flag, during a meeting at ITF headquarters in London.
Congratulations, LISCR!