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12 September 2024
At IMSEC-24 in Islamabad, President NIMA, Vice Admiral Ahmed Saeed (Retd) highlighted Pakistan’s modernization of fisheries, shipbreaking, and port sectors. IMO Secretary General Arsenio Dominguez Velasco, on his first visit to Pakistan, expressed full support for boosting maritime trade and recycling while emphasizing sustainability. Minister Qaiser Sheikh reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to IMO regulations, and Deputy PM Ishaq Dar stressed climate resilience.
12 September 2024
During the first day of IMSEC-24, being held by Ministry of Maritime Affairs, Secretary Geneal IMO, Mr. Arsenio Dominguez joined NIMA team for lunch and had a lively introduction session with the team. It was a pleasant and unique learning experience for the researchers of NIMA to share their ideas with the SG and listen to his views on key maritime issues relavant to Pakistan
12 September 2024
NIMA's research team, led by Director NIMA-K, met with a UAE delegation headed by Her Excellency ENG. Hessa Ahmed AL Shehhi to discuss Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) and potential collaboration on green shipping. Both sides expressed interest in decarbonization, carbon credits, and container business startups, agreeing to work towards an MoU. The meeting concluded with an exchange of tokens and publications.
10 September 2024
Ms. Sadaf, CEO of The Walnut Heights Resort and Walnut Travel Tours and Consultancy Islamabad, met with Vice Admiral Ahmed Saeed, President NIMA. Their discussions centered on promoting coastal tourism in Sindh and Balochistan, with a particular emphasis on the vital role of the media and youth in enhancing awareness about the tourism and hospitality industry. Both leaders underscored the importance of coordinated efforts among provincial authorities to drive this initiative forward. They also agreed to continue working on capacity building for the local community and advancing sustainable maritime tourism at all levels.
09 September 2024
Norway’s Ambassador to Pakistan H.E. Per Albert Ilsaas called on President NIMA on 09 September 2024.
Discussions were held on IMO’s call for submission of EOI for assistance in “National Action Plan for reducing GHG emissions from shipping sector” under GreenVoyage-2050 program. President appreciated Norway’s pioneering role in the Green Shipping sector and discussed ways in which Pakistan can benefit from the program.
09 September 2024
A delegation led by Hou Jianxin, Chairman of Shangdong Xinxu Group, along with Cdre (R) Zafar Iqbal, CEO Gold Earth Engineering, visited the NIMA on September 9, 2024. The delegation was given an overview of NIMA’s operations and its role in shaping maritime policy and strategy. Discussions with President NIMA, Vice Admiral (R) Ahmed Saeed, centered on exploring potential areas of cooperation to enhance mutual benefits and foster sustainable growth in the maritime sector.
05 September 2024
The Arms Control and Disarmament Centre (ACDC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) in collaboration with National Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA), hosted a seminar on “Unlocking the Potential of Blue Economy and Pakistan’s National Security.” The seminar was aimed at underscoring the importance of maritime sector development, Pakistan’s profound dependence on maritime trade, the untapped potential of marine resources, and their intrinsic link to national security.
27 August 2024
NIMA conducted an awareness & advocacy workshop related to Maritime Affairs for Media Personnel on 27 Aug 24 at NIMA Head Office Islamabad.
16 August, 2024
The National Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA) hosted a vital in-house discussion on the rapidly evolving situation in the Middle East. Led by V/Adm (Retd) Ahmed Saeed HI(M) and featuring esteemed guests like General (Retd) Zubair Hayat NI(M) and Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed, the discussion explored the security implications for Pakistan.
15 August, 2024
President Pakistan Canada Trade Association Ms. Bushra Rehman, along with Chairman Coord of FPCCI, called on President NIMA Vice Adm Ahmed Saeed. Ms. Sana Fatima, RA at NIMA, briefed about the functioning & activities of NIMA. Various areas of common interest came under discussion. It was agreed to develop greater cooperation for the promotion of Blue Economy & advancement of maritime interests of Pakistan.
14th August, 2024
Celebrating 77 years of Pakistan’s Independence, the National Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA) marked the day with spirited events and national pride. The celebration featured insightful speeches, patriotic songs by NIMA researchers, and a symbolic cake-cutting ceremony. NIMA’s President expressed gratitude to the team and emphasized the importance of understanding our history, respecting diversity, and using social media wisely.
August 8th, 2024
The visit of the ship was with respect to augment the ongoing research project of green shipping by NIMA researchers.During the visit the researchers were briefed about the functioning of fuel filtration and various treatment procedures, the vessel’s yearly working and regulatory procedures being complied by the ship
August 6, 2024
Meeting between the Vice Admiral (Retd) Ahmed Saeed HI(M), President of the National Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA), met with Ms. Bushra Aman, Secretary of the National Security Division (NSD) On August 6, 2024.
August 2, 2024
On August 2, 2024, a heartfelt vote of thanks was extended to Commodore (R) Ali Abbas SI(M) by the President of NIMA and all NIMA researchers at both Karachi and Islamabad.
August 1, 2024
DG Pakistan Maritime Security Agency met with President NIMA at the NIMA Head Office on August 1, 2024.
July 31, 2024
On July 31, 2024, NIMA-K researchers, led by Cdr Muhammad Akhtar, visited the Turkish Naval Ship TCG-Kinaliada for an in-depth orientation.
July 29, 2024
A Memorandum of Understanding between the NIMA and Paradigm Shift took place on July 29, 2024, at the NIMA Head Office.
July 26, 2024
On July 29, 2024, the National Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA) successfully completed a research study titled “Gap Analysis Study on Safe & Environmentally Sound Ship Recycling (SENSREC) Program in Pakistan,” in compliance with the Hong Kong Convention (HKC) 2009 through systematic capacity-building.
July 26, 2024
Concluding day of the ‘Maritime Law Summer School 2024,’ organized by Bahria University Law School and supported by the NIMA and the School of Law and Administration, University of Krakow, Poland.
July 11, 2024
Delegation from the Global Radiance Group (GRG) of Companies visited NIMA-K on July 11, 2024.
July 11, 2024
On July 11, 2024, Meeting between Director NIMA Karachi and Mr. Hammad Habib, Managing Director of Rawah Farm, at NIMA-Karachi.
June 28, 2024
The National Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA) successfully concluded its inaugural 5-day Maritime Workshop.
June 27, 2024
The Third Day of the Maritime Workshop organized by NIMA on critical topics affecting the maritime sector.
June 26, 2024
The third day of the Maritime Workshop organized by NIMA on June 26, 2024.
June 26, 2024
Online meeting between NIMA and Turkey's think tank "DEHUKAM" on June 26, 2024.
June 25, 2024
The second day of the "5 Days Maritime Training Workshop" concluded On June 25, 2024.
June 24, 2024
On June 24, 2024, the 5 Days Maritime Training Workshop at NIMA commenced with lectures from distinguished speakers.
June 15, 2024
A 4-member research team from NIMA-K visited Karachi Shipyard and Engineering Works on June 15, 2024.
June 6, 2024
Vice Admiral (R) Ahmed Saeed HI (M), President of NIMA, called on Rear Admiral Imtiaz Ali SI (M) T Bt & BAR, DG PMSA on June 6, 2024.
June 6, 2024
On June 6, 2024 President NIMA Vice Admiral (Retd) Ahmed Saeed HI (M) met with the representative of the Ship Breaking Labor Union, Adv Haji Musharraf.
June 6, 2024
On June 6, 2024 Vice Admiral (Retd) Ahmed Saeed HI (M), President NIMA, hosted a five-member team from the Pakistan Maritime Science and Technology Park (PMSTP).
June 5, 2024
On June 5, 2024 Vice Admiral (Retd) Ahmed Saeed HI (M), President NIMA, visited the National Institute of Oceanography (NIO), Karachi Center.
June 5, 2024
On June 5, 2024, Mr. Baber Bilal Haider, Vice President NIMA, attended a High-Level Panel Discussion organized by COMSATS in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
June 4, 2024
On June 4, 2024, the NIMA, in collaboration with the World Wide Fund for Nature and Bahria University organized an event regarding World Environment Day.
May 23, 2024
On May 23, 2024, eminent panelists spoke at the ISSI-NIMA seminar on “India’s Maritime Buildup: Implications for the Indian Ocean.
May 20, 2024
On May 20, 2024, Vice Admiral (Retd) Ahmed Saeed HI(M), President NIMA, delivered an insightful talk on 'Maritime Potential of Pakistan'.
13 May 2024
On 13 May 2024, NIMA hosted a farewell lunch in the honour of former Presidents of Institude of Regional Studies Ambassador Nadeem Riaz and Air Marshal Farhat Hussain Khan (Retd) President Aerospace & Security Studies.
19 March, 2024
On 19 March, 2024, President NIMA along with NIMA Senior Coordinator called on High Commission of Sri Lanka H E Admiral Ravindra C Wigegunaratne (Retd).