Month: July 2021
Applications now open for seven (7) training opportunities with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment of the Russian Federation
Applications are now open for seven (7) training opportunities for candidates from developing States Members of the International Seabed Authority (ISA). The placements are provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment of the Russian Federation, in accordance with its obligations under its contracts for exploration for polymetallic sulphides (PMS) and for cobalt-rich ferromanganese crusts (CFC) in the Area. ISA is calling for candidates with at a minimum a bachelor’s degree or some work… Continue reading Applications now open for seven (7) training opportunities with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment of the Russian Federation
Fourth regional workshop of the Abyssal Initiative project to support capacity development of Pacific SIDS sponsoring States focusing on environmental management and monitoring of activities in the Area concludes successfully
The fourth workshop organized in the framework of the Abyssal Initiative for Blue Growth project (#OceanAction16538) successfully concluded today with increased understanding among participants of key components of environmental management and monitoring requirements related to activities in the international seabed area (the Area). The workshop, which took place virtually from 26 to 29 July 2021,… Continue reading Fourth regional workshop of the Abyssal Initiative project to support capacity development of Pacific SIDS sponsoring States focusing on environmental management and monitoring of activities in the Area concludes successfully
Deadline extended for applications for training opportunities with Marawa and NORI
The deadline for applications for three scholarships to attend the University of the Pacific campus in Fiji provided by Marawa Research and Exploration Ltd (Marawa) and Nauru Ocean Resources Inc (NORI) as well as for an at-sea engineering training opportunity provided by NORI has been extended to 27 September instead of 5 July and 16… Continue reading Deadline extended for applications for training opportunities with Marawa and NORI
ISA Legal and Technical Commission announces the selection of five (5) candidates to attend the 16th edition of the Deep-Sea Biology Symposium with the support of Ifremer
The Legal and Technical Commission of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) finalized on 20 July 2021 the selection of the five candidates from developing States Members of ISA who will benefit from a training opportunity provided by the Institut Français de Recherche pour l’Exploitation de la Mer (Ifremer) in accordance with its obligations under its… Continue reading ISA Legal and Technical Commission announces the selection of five (5) candidates to attend the 16th edition of the Deep-Sea Biology Symposium with the support of Ifremer
ISA Legal and Technical Commission announces the selection of two (2) additional candidates to benefit from TOML environmental at-sea training opportunities this year
The Legal and Technical Commission of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) finalized on 20 July 2021 the selection of candidates for two environmental at-sea training opportunities provided by Tonga Offshore Mining Limited (TOML) in accordance with its obligations under its exploration contracts for polymetallic nodules with ISA. The two selected candidates are: Ms. Mariana Cullell… Continue reading ISA Legal and Technical Commission announces the selection of two (2) additional candidates to benefit from TOML environmental at-sea training opportunities this year
Permanent Representative of Namibia, H.E. Mr. Neville Gertze, presents his credentials to ISA Secretary-General
The Permanent Representative of Namibia to the International Seabed Authority (ISA) and to the United Nations, H.E. Mr. Neville Melvin Gertze, presented his credentials to ISA Secretary-General, H.E. Mr. Michael W. Lodge, during a virtual ceremony held on Wednesday. Ambassador Gertz is a career diplomat with over thirty years of experience. He has been the… Continue reading Permanent Representative of Namibia, H.E. Mr. Neville Gertze, presents his credentials to ISA Secretary-General
ISA Legal and Technical Commission announces the selection of candidates to benefit from BGR training opportunities
On 20 July 2021, the Legal and Technical Commission of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) confirmed the selection of candidates for two at-sea training opportunities provided by the Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources of the Federal Republic of Germany (BGR) in accordance with its obligations under its exploration contracts for polymetallic nodules with… Continue reading ISA Legal and Technical Commission announces the selection of candidates to benefit from BGR training opportunities
Applications now open for 14 online training opportunities on exploration for polymetallic nodules and polymetallic sulphides with COMRA
Applications are now open for 14 online training opportunities for candidates from developing States Members of the International Seabed Authority (ISA). The placements are provided by China Ocean Mineral Resources R & D Association (COMRA), in accordance with its obligations under its contracts with ISA for exploration for polymetallic nodules (10 placements) and polymetallic sulphides… Continue reading Applications now open for 14 online training opportunities on exploration for polymetallic nodules and polymetallic sulphides with COMRA
HLPF 2021 side event discusses the crucial role of ISA in ensuring the sustainable management of the deep seabed and its resources and ISA’s contribution to the 2030 Agenda
Today, the International Seabed Authority (ISA) hosted a side event on “Ensuring the sustainable management and stewardship of the deep seabed and its resources for the benefit of all humanity.” The event, organized in the margins of the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development 2021, was co-sponsored by the Cook Islands, Ghana, Jamaica, Korea, Malta,… Continue reading HLPF 2021 side event discusses the crucial role of ISA in ensuring the sustainable management of the deep seabed and its resources and ISA’s contribution to the 2030 Agenda
