Federal Register #2026-07164

Public Meeting Notice: Preparation for IMO Maritime Safety Committee Session

This notice announces a public teleconference organized by the U.S. Department of State to prepare for the 111th session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Maritime Safety Committee. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of State - Involvement from U.S. Coast Guard Office of Ocean and Polar Affairs - Purpose: - Preparation for IMO Maritime Safety Committee session - Discussion topics include: - Amendments to mandatory maritime instruments - Development of standards for maritime autonomous surface ships - Safety regulatory frameworks for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from ships - Maritime security measures - Reports from IMO sub-committees - No procurement or award activity: - No products, OEMs, or vendors are being solicited or awarded - Additional Information: - Reasonable accommodations available for participants - Contact details for meeting coordinators provided - Locations: - Department of State (Washington, DC) - U.S. Coast Guard facilities (Washington, DC) - Additional address in Harrisburg, PA (government facility)

Description

The Department of State will hold a public teleconference meeting on May 8, 2026, to prepare for the 111th session of the International Maritime Organization Maritime Safety Committee scheduled for May 13-22, 2026 in London. The meeting will cover agenda items including amendments to mandatory instruments, development of standards for maritime autonomous surface ships, safety regulatory frameworks for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from ships, maritime security measures, and reports from various sub-committees. Participants are encouraged to RSVP by May 27, 2026, and reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

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