Shipping Committee Meeting Shifts to Morning Hours
Published Date: 4/10/2026
Notice
Summary
Heads up! The Shipping Coordinating Committee’s public meeting to prep for the big International Maritime Organization MEPC 84 session has been moved earlier—from 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 a.m. on April 15, 2026. If you’re planning to join, make sure to RSVP by April 10 to secure your spot and any special accommodations. This change affects all attendees but won’t cost you a dime—just a little calendar shuffle!
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