LRIT moves forward IMO

Article Abstract:

Delegates at the 83rd International Maritime Organization's (IMO) Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) session approved a temporary international long-range identification and tracking (LRIT) data exchange. Data centers will be able to communicate with one another and improve knowledge on a ship's identity and position.

United Kingdom, Facilities & equipment, Regulation and Administration of Transportation Programs, Water Transportation Programs, Usage, Equipment and supplies, Company systems management, Information management, Marine transportation, Tracking systems, Tracking systems (Navigation), Data centres, Data centers

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Piracy endangers aid

Article Abstract:

The ability of the United Nations to deliver humanitarian aid to Somalia is being hampered by piracy off the country's coast. The International Maritime Organization adopted a resolution on piracy and armed robbery against ships off the Somali coast.

Legal issues & crime, Water Transportation, Somalia, Water Transportation Services, Support Activities for Water Transportation, Conferences, meetings and seminars, Safety and security measures, International aspects, Crimes against, International Maritime Organization, Piracy (Transportation crime)

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