SAFEMED – Maritime Safety and Pollution Prevention
Project Duration
2006 - 2008
Budget
€4 million (MEDA)
Status
Completed
Countries covered:
Algeria
Egypt
Israel
Jordan
Lebanon
Morocco
Palestine *
Syria *
Tunisia
Brief Description
Develops cooperation with the Mediterranean Partner Countries in the field of maritime safety and security, and in marine environmental issues
lgeria, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Occupied Palestinian Territory, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey
Actions in brief
Promotes the MARPOL convention for the protection of maritime environment.
Develops vessel traffic monitoring systems and an associated Geographical Information System (GIS Over).
Organises seminars and workshops in which over 200 government officials participate.
Provides technical advice and support to the Mediterranean Partner Countries in maritime safety and security.
Carries out training courses for operators in Vessel traffic Management, pollution prevention, etc.