ANTAQ Presents Environmental Advances at International Maritime Organization

This Tuesday (23), the National Waterway Transport Agency (ANTAQ) presented the results of its regulatory actions at the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The presentations, made by ANTAQ’s Port Regulation Manager Sandro Monteiro, took place during the 10th Session of the IMO Instruments Implementation Subcommittee at the organization’s headquarters in London, England.

ANTAQ presented two key documents. The first one focused on actions on environmental regulation, and the second detailed the systematization of information on waste collection and dangerous cargo operations in Brazilian port facilities in accordance with IMO standards. The Coordinating Committee for IMO Affairs discussed and approved these documents.

The Permanent Representation of Brazil at IMO in London (RPBIMO) supported ANTAQ during the event, ensuring Brazil’s contributions were well-represented.

Environmental Regulation

From 2018 to 2023, ANTAQ implemented five resolutions aimed at environmental preservation and damage prevention, demonstrating the Agency’s commitment to environmental priorities. Monteiro highlighted ANTAQ’s alignment with OECD best practices and mentioned ongoing measures to reduce carbon emissions, such as expanding the waterway network through new concessions and creating an inventory of emissions by Brazilian ports.

Dangerous Cargo Operations

Monteiro also discussed the Port Performance System (SDP), which tracks data on waste collection and dangerous cargo operations across Brazil. This national and centralized system maintains comprehensive records of all operations at Brazilian port facilities, including details on dangerous cargo handling, waste collection, and service providers. The SDP can share this data with the IMO in an automated manner, enhancing transparency and efficiency.

About IMO

The IMO, a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN), is the global authority responsible for defining safety, security, and environmental performance standards for international maritime transport. Its primary role is to create regulatory frameworks that promote safe navigation, prevent marine and atmospheric pollution by ships, and foster international cooperation.

The presentations by ANTAQ underscore Brazil’s proactive stance in adhering to international maritime standards and contributing to global environmental and safety initiatives.

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