International Maritime Organization
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) was established in 1948 following a United Nations conference in Geneva, aiming to create a cohesive international framework for regulating shipping safety. Prior to this landmark event, international maritime conventions emerged sporadically, with the Safety of Life at Sea Convention (SOLAS) of 1914 being a notable early example, implemented in response to the tragic sinking of the Titanic. Initially named the Inter-Governmental Maritime Consultative Organization (IMCO), the IMO's primary objective was to update the SOLAS convention. This led to the introduction of the 1960 SOLAS convention, which underwent further modifications in 1974. The current version of SOLAS has continued to evolve, reflecting advancements in maritime safety standards and technology. Since 1978, every last Thursday of September is recognized globally as World Maritime Day, commemorating the establishment of the IMO in 1958....