Brussels, 30th April 2010. This month saw the launch of a brand new international environmental coalition dedicated exclusively to the greening of international shipping.

The Clean Shipping Coalition, the only global international environmental organisation focusing exclusively on shipping issues, will promote policies aimed at the protection and restoration of the marine and atmospheric environment that are consistent with the safe operation of ships, sustainable development, social and economic justice, and human health.

The founding members, which include Seas At Risk and Transport & Environment, are all experienced in sustainable transportation, international trade, shipping, and marine environment issues as well as the operation of international regulatory bodies like the International Maritime Organisation, where the coalition has recently applied for Consultative Status.

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