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IFAN attends Ocean Decade Conference and pinpoints huge role of AtoN in joining maritime safety and marine protection
IFAN CEO Catherine Mulvihill and Development Manager Francesca Pradelli were delighted to attend the Ocean Decade Conference in Barcelona (10-12 April). Here they discuss their key takeaways from the event. How was the 2024 Ocean Decade Conference? FP: It was busy! Both in terms of people attending it, around 1500, and in terms of number …
Ship Management International interviews IFAN CEO Catherine Mulvihill
IFAN CEO Catherine Mulvihill was delighted to be interviewed for the January/February issue of Ship Management International, published today (29th February). In the ‘How I Work’ feature, she talks about her role as CEO, which she took up last autumn, and also lists what she sees as the vital assets that help the charitable organisation …
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Our February newsletter is out now!
In this issue, we talk about IFAN’s recent visit to IALA’s headquarters in France, where discussions focused on the 2024 IALA World-Wide Academy work plan and strategies to strengthen relations between IALA and IFAN. There’s also news about how Vanuatu, one of the largest of the 13 countries in the Pacific Safety of Navigation Project run …
IFAN strengthens ties with IALA in visit to French headquarters
IFAN’s CEO Catherine Mulvihill and Development Manager Francesca Pradelli visited IALA’s headquarters in France last week (21-22 February), meeting with Secretary-General Francis Zachariae and Deputy Secretary-General Omar Frits Eriksson. Discussions focused on the 2024 IALA World-Wide Academy work plan and strategies to enhance collaboration between IFAN and IALA, signalling promising advancements in maritime safety and …
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IFAN CEO Catherine Mulvihill recognised as one of Top 100 Women in maritime
IFAN CEO Catherine Mulvihill has been recognised as one of the Top 100 Women in the maritime industry by All About Shipping. The shortlist was compiled from a total of 1,007 women who were nominated from all sectors of the shipping industry. Ms Mulvihill said: “I am delighted to receive recognition for IFAN’s efforts, alongside …
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MENAS underlines its environmental commitment with launch of solar panel system
Middle East Navigation Aids Service (MENAS), IFAN’s operational arm in the Middle East, has underscored its commitment to the environment and renewable energy by officially unveiling its new solar power project that will save up to 90% of the company’s electrical energy consumption. In a project lasting several months, the Photovoltaic (PV) Solar System was …
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Successful ANF Conference addresses key AtoN issues in Malacca and Singapore Straits
IFAN representatives recently attended the 29th Conference of the Aids to Navigation Fund (ANF) for the Straits of Malacca and Singapore (SOMS), which oversees 51 Aids to Navigation (AtoNs) in the region. The meeting, held on 16th-17th November in Surabaya, Indonesia, brought together key stakeholders and government representatives from the region to address critical issues …
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Strengthening maritime navigation: IFAN Meeting in Doha
In a significant stride towards enhancing maritime navigation, the International Foundation for Aids to Navigation (IFAN) recently attended a top-level meeting in Doha, Qatar. The meeting, hosted at the Ministry of Transport offices on 13th and 14th November, brought together key IFAN attendees, along with government representatives, and experts from the United Kingdom Hydrographers Office …
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IFAN takes part in historic IALA General Assembly in Singapore
The International Foundation for Aids to Navigation (IFAN) proudly participated in the inaugural General Assembly of the International Organization for Marine Aids to Navigation (IALA), held from February 18 to 21, 2025, in Singapore. This landmark event marked IALA‘s transition from a non-governmental organization to an intergovernmental organization, underscoring its pivotal role in enhancing global …
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Partnering to Promote Safe and Sustainable Boating
IFAN and Living Oceans Foundation to Launch “Navigate with Care: Protect Our Oceans” Campaign. The International Foundation for Aids to Navigation (IFAN) and the Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation (KSLOF) are joining forces to promote safer, more sustainable boating through the “Navigate with Care: Protect Our Oceans” campaign. This collaboration, born from a collaboration …
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IFAN takes part in the 4th UN Ocean Decade Foundations Dialogue Meeting
IFAN Development Manager Francesca Pradelli recently participated in the 4th UN Ocean Decade Foundations Dialogue Meeting, organized by Fundação Grupo Boticário and UNESCO. The gathering welcomed representatives from over 15 global and regional foundations, who had the opportunity to brainstorm and find collaborative ways to implement the UN Ocean Decade challenges. Being part of the …
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World Marine Aids to Navigation Day’s Celebration
In July 2024 IFAN CEO Catherine Mulvihill and Development Management Francesca Pradelli, together with MENAS Bahrain General Manager Mahdi Al Mosawi, attended the World Marine Aids to Navigation Day’s celebration organized by IALA and hosted by Italy in the beautiful city of Genoa. The Ligurian city was presented with “The Lighthouse of the Year” Award …
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IFAN Meeting with IMO’s Arsenio Dominguez
IFAN’s CEO Catherine Mulvihill and Development Manager Francesca Pradelli recently met with IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez at the International Maritime Organization HQ in London. The meeting was a great opportunity to present IFAN’s activities and future strategic endeavours to the IMO SG, and to initiate a conversation about potential global partnerships with the IMO, with …
MENAS / IFAN Awarded Gold International Health and Safety Award by RoSPA
Bahrain based MENAS, a branch of the International Foundation for Aids to Navigation (IFAN), has fought off global competition to win a prestigious RoSPA Award, demonstrating its commitment to health and safety excellence. The Middle East Navigation Aids Service (MENAS) won a Gold Award in the Occupational Achievement category, demonstrating its dedication to ensuring its …
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The latest edition of IFAN’s newsletter is out now!
The latest edition of IFAN’s newsletter is out now! Watch our highlights video from IFAN's mission to the Pacific Islands.
IFAN supports UNESCO and IALA to provide ocean literacy training for marine Aids to Navigation managers
In a collaborative effort to enhance ocean literacy, safety at sea and the protection of the marine environment, IFAN supports two prominent organisations — UNESCO Ocean and IALA — to provide training on ocean literacy for Aids to Navigation (AtoN) managers worldwide. The initiative highlights the significance of a multidisciplinary approach in addressing the challenges set by …