About International Organization for Marine Aids to Navigation:
- It was established in 1957 as a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO).
- It officially changed its status from a Non-governmental Organization (NGO) to an Intergovernmental Organization (IGO).
- Its mandate is to harmonise global maritime navigation systems, promote maritime safety initiatives, and collaborate with member states, international organizations, and industry stakeholders to address emerging challenges in maritime safety and environmental protection.
- Motto: “Successful Voyages, Sustainable Planet.”
- Governance: It is the key decision-making body of the intergovernmental organization responsible for marine aids to navigation.
- It aims to:
- Foster safe, economic and efficient movement of vessels by improving and harmonizing aids to navigation worldwide and by other appropriate means.
- Encourage, support and communicate recent developments; develop international cooperation by promoting close working relationships and assistance among members;
- Enhance mutual exchange of information with organizations representing users of aids to navigation.
- Headquarters: France.
