That's why there's an interagency group on maritime safety to work on these issues.

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Indeed, the IMO has a successful record in anti-piracy initiatives, building on its longstanding standard-setting work on maritime safety, borders and environmental protection.

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Still, the maritime community greatly appreciates the work of coalition, U.S. Navy, NATO, French and Yemeni coast guard vessels that were helping to deter some would-be attackers.

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They will also work through the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to cut emissions of black carbon, which speeds the melting by making ice less reflective.

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Because the Carnival Triumph is a Bahamian-flagged vessel, the Bahamas Maritime Authority is the primary investigative agency and will work with the Coast Guard and the National Transportation Safety Board.

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President Obama also said that His Majesty has shown great leadership around maritime issues in the Asia-Pacific region, and noted his work to help youth in Southeast Asia learn English, which can help expand commerce and strengthen ties between the United States and the area.

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The court had earlier heard that North Eastern Maritime Offshore Cluster Ltd (NEMOC) had sub-contracted the dismantling work at the shipyard to Turnbull.

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I'd longed to return to the south west and my maritime roots for ages, so being able to get in some decent sailing and surfing and work here is like a dream come true.

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The Rail Maritime and Transport (RMT) union said members working for Initial and ISS contractors would not turn up for work for two days from 05:30 GMT.

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