MESSAGE BY THE MINISTER OF TRANSPORT AND INFOCOMMUNICATIONS / MARITIME AND PORT AUTHORITY OF BRUNEI DARUSSALAM (MPABD) CHAIRMAN ON THE OCCASION OF WORLD MARITIME DAY 2022

 

THEME:   NEW TECHNOLOGIES FOR GREENER SHIPPING

1. The form of threats in the ocean is not only focused on safety, but also subject to the issue of marine pollution and unsustainable exploitation of marine resources. Marine environmental issues are increasingly challenging given that the physical nature of the ocean itself has no physical boundary.

 

2. This year’s World Maritime Day which carries the theme "New Technologies for Greener Shipping" aims to highlight initiatives to address some of the most pressing ocean and environmental concerns, including climate change, marine pollution, and preserving biodiversity. It reflects the importance of supporting the green transition in the maritime sector to develop a sustainable future, without leaving anyone behind.

 

3. Brunei Darussalam’s climate change ten (10) key strategies to shape the nation to a low carbon and climate-resilient economy, set the tone for the shipping sector to meet international targets established by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030 Agenda.

 

4. These goals are supported by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) through its work in decarbonization, circular economy, and rethinking plastics. At the regional level, ASEAN Maritime Transport is actively working with one another as well as partnering with leading organizations and dialogue partners such as Japan, Republic of Korea, and the European Union, to promote innovation and green technology in the region.

 

5. It is our aspiration for Brunei Darussalam to maintain a shipping industry that is safe, secure, sustainable and resilient whilst also pursuing growth. With that in mind, I urge that we and the industry players to continuously keep ourselves abreast with industry developments, adapt and position ourselves to be future ready.

 

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Regional and International Maritime Affairs

Strategic Maritime Interest Division

Maritime and Port Authority of Brunei Darussalam