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Commemorating 50 Years of Commitment

Many people celebrate each anniversary of their wedding or other act of union, and a progressively greater sense of achievement often gives way to reflection, which in turn sometimes leads to formal restating of vows, in order to re-emphasise long-standing devotion.

” This year is the 50th commemoration of our industry’s bonding with MARPOL, the international Convention that has spent the last half century tackling marine pollution from oil, chemicals, sewage, garbage and noxious gases. We should certainly celebrate that, and the unambiguous commitment to clean oceans that the MARPOL compact means. However, with climate change our foe, decarbonisation our watchword and net zero emissions our target we must continue to act with urgency, rather than complacency. In the delicate and complex matrix of transition from fossil fuels and endorsement of many other forms of improved stewardship, our own accomplishment is yet to be measured, so instead of mutual congratulation it is right that we mark 50 years with MARPOL by forward-looking reaffirmation.

Here, on International Maritime Day, eight Synergy seafarers cite key Convention context, doctrine and rationale as part of promises, pledges and reassertion given and expressed on behalf of the entire Group, and look forward to the coming years proving even more effective in addressing the many environmental challenges.

The honeymoon is long over, and it is up to all of us to make things work.

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Getting to Zero

Synergy Marine Group is a member of The Getting to Zero Coalition, dedicated to launching zero-emission deep-sea vessels by 2030 and achieving full decarbonisation by 2050. The Global Maritime Forum, in collaboration with the World Economic Forum and Friends of Ocean Action, founded and manages the Coalition.

MACN

Synergy Marine Group is part of the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN), a global initiative striving for a corruption-free maritime industry, promoting fair trade for the greater societal good.

INTERCARGO

Synergy Marine Group is a part of INTERCARGO, an association championing safe, efficient, and eco-friendly shipping. INTERCARGO collaborates with the International Maritime Organization and other global entities to shape maritime legislation.

IMEC

Synergy Marine Group is part of IMEC, a top maritime employers’ group championing fair and sustainable labor practices. Representing global employers, IMEC negotiates seafarers’ wages and conditions, and invests in workforce development.

IMPA

Synergy Marine Group is involved in IMPA Save’s initiative to reduce single-use water bottles at sea. The IMPA SAVE council comprises top global shipowners and suppliers, representing over 8000 vessels with significant combined purchasing influence.

All Aboard

Synergy Marine Group is a key participant in The All Aboard Alliance’s Diversity@Sea initiative. As one of eleven prominent maritime companies, we aim to foster inclusivity at sea and directly address challenges faced by women seafarers.

CSSF

Synergy Marine Group is part of the Container Ship Safety Forum (CSSF), a global B2B network dedicated to enhancing safety and management standards in the container shipping sector.

Danish Shipping

Synergy Marine Group is affiliated with Danske Rederier, the primary industry and employers’ association for Danish shipping—Denmark’s top export sector. Danske Rederier actively engages with authorities and policymakers both domestically and globally.