Month: April 2023
Applications now open for two at-sea on-board training placements with the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries of the Republic of Korea (MOF-ROK)
Applications are now open for two at-sea on-board training placements for candidates from developing States, Members of the International Seabed Authority (ISA). The placements are provided by the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries of the Republic of Korea (MOF-ROK), in accordance with its obligations under its contracts for exploration for cobalt-rich ferromanganese crusts (CFC) with… Continue reading Applications now open for two at-sea on-board training placements with the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries of the Republic of Korea (MOF-ROK)
ISA launches two art competitions to celebrate the Mysteries of the Abyss
The International Seabed Authority (ISA) is launching two art competitions to celebrate the deep sea and its mysteries. The competitions are open until 26 May 2023 and the winners will be announced on World Oceans Day, on 8 June 2023, during a special event held in Kingston, Jamaica. For its local art competition, ISA is… Continue reading ISA launches two art competitions to celebrate the Mysteries of the Abyss
ISA’s Legal and Technical Commission announces the selection of three candidates to benefit from GSR’s training opportunities
On 19 April 2023, the Legal and Technical Commission of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) confirmed the selection of three (3) candidates for training opportunities provided by Global Sea Mineral Resources NV (GSR) in accordance with its obligations under its contract for exploration for polymetallic nodules signed with ISA on 14 January 2013. Ms. Pawangi… Continue reading ISA’s Legal and Technical Commission announces the selection of three candidates to benefit from GSR’s training opportunities
EXTENDED – Call for proposals to undertake a study on the workforce of the future
The Secretariat of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) is accepting proposals for consultancy services to undertake a study on the workforce of the future to ensure the sustainable management of deep-sea related activities for the benefit of humankind. Applicants should have a Master’s degree in international relations, ocean policy, blue economy, international law of the… Continue reading EXTENDED – Call for proposals to undertake a study on the workforce of the future
Applications now open for six at-sea and post cruise training opportunities with the Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources of the Federal Republic of Germany (BGR)
Applications are now open for six (6) at-sea and post cruise training opportunities for candidates from developing States, Members of the International Seabed Authority (ISA). The placements are provided by the Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources of the Federal Republic of Germany (BGR) in accordance with its obligations under its contracts for exploration… Continue reading Applications now open for six at-sea and post cruise training opportunities with the Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources of the Federal Republic of Germany (BGR)
ISA launches activity book for children 3 to 6 years old to promote deep-sea literacy and sensitization to conservation and sustainable use of the ocean and its resources
On 4 April 2023, the Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority (ISA), H.E. Mr. Michael W. Lodge launched a dedicated activity book for children 3 to 6 years old entitled “Life Under Water Pre-School Companion” at ISA’s headquarters in Kingston, Jamaica in the presence of the Honorable Senator Kamina Johnson Smith, Minister of Foreign Affairs… Continue reading ISA launches activity book for children 3 to 6 years old to promote deep-sea literacy and sensitization to conservation and sustainable use of the ocean and its resources
ISA Council closes Part I of its 28th session
The Council of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) closed Part I of its meetings for the 28th Session on Friday, 31 March 2023. The Council met in person for twelve days. A total of 30 of the 36 Members of the Council were in attendance, along with 22 ISA Members (non-Council Members) and 15 observers.… Continue reading ISA Council closes Part I of its 28th session
Statement on the passing of Judge Vladimir Vladimirovich Golitsyn and Judge Budislav Vukas
By ISA Secretary-General Mr. Michael W. Lodge It is with great sorrow that I learned of the passing of Judge and former President of the International Tribunal on the Law of the Sea (ITLOS), Vladimir Vladimirovich Golitsyn, on 26 March 2023 and Judge Budislav Vukas, Vice President of ITLOS (2002-2005) on 30 March 2023. Judge… Continue reading Statement on the passing of Judge Vladimir Vladimirovich Golitsyn and Judge Budislav Vukas
