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ITOPF contributes expertise at NOSCA Seminar 2026 in Bergen
Bringing together operational, scientific and industry expertise through live exercises and conferences remains an important element in strengthening global spill preparedness and response. ITOPF contributed to this objective at the NOSCA Seminar 2026, held in Bergen and organised by Clean Oceans.
ITOPF awards 2025 R&D funding to Arctic alternative fuels PhD project
ITOPF has announced the recipient of its 2025 Research and Development (R&D) Award as the PhD doctoral research project ALIVE (Arctic Life Impact Vulnerability Evaluation). This marked the first time since the award’s inception in 2012 that funding has been granted to support a PhD project.
HNS Convention enters journey to come into force
Following the HNS Convention receiving 12 ratifications from member states and starting its journey to come into force, the International Oil Pollution Compensation Funds (IOPC Funds) held a meeting to map the next key stages in the process.
ITOPF shares expertise at ADRIASPILLCON 2026
The proactive exchange of knowledge and experience on preparedness for marine pollution response was a central theme at ADRIASPILLCON 2026, where ITOPF contributed its technical expertise to discussions on mitigating environmental and economic risks from ship-source incidents.
ITOPF supports oil spill preparedness in Indonesia through hands-on Batam workshop
Before a ship-source oil spill occurs, engaging in preparedness workshops and sharing best practices remains one of the most effective ways to bolster a nations readiness to respond.
Claims and compensation workshop takes place in Sabah and Sarawak, Borneo
ITOPF delivered a joint capacity building workshop on claims and compensation for ship-source oil pollution delivered alongside the Malaysia Marine Department, Environment Protection Department Sabah, the Ministry of Environment and the International Group of P&I Clubs.
ITOPF strengthens collaboration with IOPC Funds during London meeting
ITOPF visited the offices of the IOPC Funds in London, with Managing Director Oli Beavon leading a delegation of senior representatives for discussions on continued cooperation in responding to ship-source pollution incidents.
ITOPF meets with Tony Paulson, West P&I’s Head of Asia and Corporate Director, and Chair of the International Group of P&I Clubs’ Pollution Committee
Regular engagement with maritime industry partners is essential to ensuring strong collaboration and forward momentum across the maritime pollution response industry.
International Maritime Organization delivers address to Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO)
ITOPF was represented by its Company Secretary and Director of Governance, Jenny Edwards, at the International Maritime Organization’s first Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO) briefing of 2026, where the Secretary-General, Arsenio Dominguez, provided a comprehensive update on progress to date and priorities for the year ahead.
ITOPF discusses effective pollution response with MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company in Geneva
ITOPF engages regularly with its shipowner members and associates as a vital part of its mission in promoting effective spill response worldwide, sharing its knowledge and expertise in responding to marine pollution incidents.