IMO Chief: No Commercial Reason to Risk Seafarer Lives
International Maritime Organisation (IMO) secretary-general Arsenio Dominguez has warned that there is “ No commercial or operational consideration ” that can justify exposing seafarers to serious danger, amid concerns over vessels continuing to transit the Strait of Hormuz without credible security guarantees. Dominguez said he was “ increasingly concerned ” by reports that vessels continue to attempt to pass through the Strait of Hormuz despite well-established risks . “I a
The head of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Arsenio Dominguez, has voiced strong concerns regarding vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz without adequate security assurances. He emphasized that no commercial or operational benefit can justify putting seafarers in grave danger, especially after recent incidents where lives were lost and individuals were detained.
Dominguez reiterated that the safety and lives of seafarers must be the paramount consideration in all voyage planning and risk assessments. He stressed that shipmasters and companies hold the ultimate responsibility for ensuring these decisions prioritize safety over potential profits or operational expediency, particularly in volatile situations where safe passage cannot be guaranteed.
This statement highlights the critical need for prioritizing human safety in maritime operations, especially in high-risk geopolitical areas, and underscores the accountability of shipping companies and masters.
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