1. IMO - TMD Workshop on the Anti-fouling Systems Convention (AFSC)
Tawanna Hotel
Bangkok, Thailand
June 2009
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2. Who are we Edward Kleverlaan Tiang Bing Huang and
Marine Environment Division
International Maritime Organization
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3. Our responsibilities at IMO
Anti-fouling Systems Convention
Ballast Water Management Convention
London Convention/Protocol
Particularly Sensitive Sea Areas
MARPOL – Special Areas/Marine Debris
Technical Co-operation Activities
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4. Objectives of the Workshop
Increase awareness and understanding of the AFSC
Provide advice on the ratification and implementation of the AFS Convention
Identify next steps and needs for further technical co-operation, if needed
Promote prevention of marine pollution and environmental management
Identify and address issues of national or regional concern
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5. PROGRAMME
Day One
Introduction to IMO – what is it and how does it work
Country Presentation
The International Regulatory Framework – intro and overview
Ratifying the AFSC
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6. PROGRAMME Day Two The Guidelines Ratifying the AFSC
Guidance on Anti-fouling Wastes
Next steps – map out road to ratification
Close out session - certificates
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7. PROGRAMME Day Three Site Visit to Harbour/shipyards Laem Chabang Port
Unitahi Shipayrd and Engineering Co. Ltd
Laem Chabang Port Tower – area observation
Early finish - midday
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8. Materials AFS Convention Text
Draft Guidelines on handling and disposal of TBT based anti-fouling systems
Presentations
Other handouts – legislation examples
All on DVD/CD
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9. The Challenge Work with the knowledge and experience offered
This is your Workshop, so make full use of it!!
The Challenge:
Work with the knowledge/experience offered by the people and organizations attending
This is your Workshop, so make full use of it.
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