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IMO-International Maritime Law Institute The IMO International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI) was established in 1988 under the auspices of the International Maritime Organization

The Institute is an international centre for the training of specialists in maritime law. It also contributes to the development and dissemination of knowledge and expertise in international maritime law, with special reference to the international regulations and procedures for safety and efficiency of shipping and the prevention of marine pollution.

IMLI held today its Annual Flag Raising Ceremony which was presided over by Dr. Dorota Lost-Sieminska (Director, Legal A...
16/10/2026

IMLI held today its Annual Flag Raising Ceremony which was presided over by Dr. Dorota Lost-Sieminska (Director, Legal Affairs and External Relations Division, IMO). During this ceremony, students of the IMLI Class of 2026-2027 and IMLI Members of Staff hoisted in the IMLI foyer the flags of the countries represented at IMLI , where they will proudly be on display for the duration of the Academic Year.

Dr. Dorota Lost-Sieminska (Director, Legal Affairs and External Relations Division, IMO) delivered the Inaugural Lecture...
16/10/2026

Dr. Dorota Lost-Sieminska (Director, Legal Affairs and External Relations Division, IMO) delivered the Inaugural Lecture of the “IMO Operational Aspects Course” entitled “Introduction to the International Maritime Organization” to the IMLI Class of 2026-2027.

IMLI Director, Professor Dr. Norman A. Martínez Gutiérrez, Ms. Elda Kazara-Belja (Chief of Administration, IMLI) and Stu...
09/10/2026

IMLI Director, Professor Dr. Norman A. Martínez Gutiérrez, Ms. Elda Kazara-Belja (Chief of Administration, IMLI) and Students of the IMLI Class of 2026-2027 are attending the Malta International Shipowners’ Association Annual Gathering and General Meeting (MISA) held at the Malta Chamber of Commerce in Valletta. Very eminent personalities are present at the event, including Ms. Marily Frangista (President, MISA), Hon. Chris Bonnet (Minister for Sustainable Mobility), Mr. Thomas A. Kazakos (Secretary General, International Chamber of Shipping) and Mr. Emanuele Grimaldi (Vice President, MISA), where an eminent Panel led an Interactive Government-Industry Dialogue discussing EU and international developments shaping shipping and Malta's role within this evolving landscape.

Mr. Thomas A. Kazakos (Secretary General, International Chamber of Shipping) paid a courtesy visit to IMLI. Secretary Ge...
08/10/2026

Mr. Thomas A. Kazakos (Secretary General, International Chamber of Shipping) paid a courtesy visit to IMLI. Secretary General Kazakos was warmly welcomed by Professor Dr. Norman A. Martínez Gutiérrez (Director, IMLI), IMLI Staff and the Class of 2026-2027. Following his introduction, Secretary General Kazakos addressed the students where he highlighted the functions of the International Chamber of Shipping as well as engaging with the students in a question-and-answer session. Mr. Kazakos had also the opportunity to hear from Ms. Wemaeli Wilfred Mtei (Tanzania), who is enrolled in the programme thanks to the fellowship awarded to her by the International Chamber of Shipping. This was followed by a discussion meeting between Secretary General Kazakos and Director Martínez Gutiérrez on further cooperation between IMLI and the ICS.

Ms. Ramat Jalloh (Lecturer in International Maritime Law, IMLI) is participating as a panellist at the Malta Maritime Su...
07/10/2026

Ms. Ramat Jalloh (Lecturer in International Maritime Law, IMLI) is participating as a panellist at the Malta Maritime Summit 2026 – The Voice of the Industry; The Next Decade of Maritime Leadership, contributing to Session 3 entitled “The Last Voyage: Rethinking Ship Recycling”.

The IMO Secretary-General and Chairman of the IMLI Governing Board, Mr. Arsenio Domínguez, visited the Institute today t...
06/10/2026

The IMO Secretary-General and Chairman of the IMLI Governing Board, Mr. Arsenio Domínguez, visited the Institute today to officially inaugurate IMLI’s 38th Academic Year. He was warmly greeted by Professor Dr. Norman A. Martínez Gutiérrez (Director, IMLI), the IMLI Faculty and Staff and the Class of 2026-2027. Following his Inaugural Address, Secretary-General Domínguez rang the ceremonial bell, signifying the official opening of IMLI’s Academic Year.

Students of the IMLI Class of 2026-2027 are attending the Malta Maritime Summit 2026 – The Voice of the Industry; The Ne...
06/10/2026

Students of the IMLI Class of 2026-2027 are attending the Malta Maritime Summit 2026 – The Voice of the Industry; The Next Decade of Maritime Leadership. The Summit will host prominent and influential maritime stakeholders who will be debating maritime concerns and challenges facing the various sectors including technology, regulations and compliance, the environment and finance. Mr. Arsenio Domínguez (IMO Secretary-General and Chairman, IMLI Governing Board) is delivering a Keynote Speech at the Summit and also participating as a panellist in the first session on “Maritime Governance in a New Institutional Environment”. Mr. Domínguez is joined in the panel by Hon. Chris Bonnet (Minister for Sustainable Mobility). The panel is moderated by Mr. Nigel Lowry (Lloyds List Intelligence).

The IMO International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI) proudly welcomes the 38th generation of maritime professionals for t...
01/10/2026

The IMO International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI) proudly welcomes the 38th generation of maritime professionals for the academic year 2026–2027. Professor Dr. Norman A. Martínez Gutiérrez (Director, IMLI) is delivering the Welcoming Address to the new cohort of student where he is introducing them to the Institute and the academic journey they are embarking upon.

IMLI Graduate Ms. Katherine Masui Kithikii (Kenya, Class of 2013) has been appointed as Maritime Attaché and Alternate P...
30/09/2026

IMLI Graduate Ms. Katherine Masui Kithikii (Kenya, Class of 2013) has been appointed as Maritime Attaché and Alternate Permanent Representative of Kenya to the IMO. Professor Dr. Norman A. Martínez Gutiérrez (Director, IMLI) and all IMLI Staff would like to take this opportunity to extend their congratulations to Ms. Kithikii and wish her all the best in her new role.

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