Cameroon has taken significant strides to enhance its maritime liability and compensation framework, supported by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). In a recent workshop held in Yaoundé from October 21-25, IMO legal experts collaborated with Cameroonian officials to deepen the understanding and implementation of international maritime conventions. These conventions address crucial issues like liability for oil pollution, wreck removal, and compensation for damage incurred during maritime transport.
The workshop provided Cameroonian officials with a comprehensive overview of IMO liability conventions and guidance on incorporating these into national legislation. Cameroon’s Transport Minister, Jean Ernest Massena Ngalle Bibehe, emphasized the nation’s commitment to strengthening compensation mechanisms to protect citizens affected by maritime incidents. His call for a future conference in Kribi demonstrates Cameroon’s dedication to aligning its legal framework with global standards and to ensuring victims of maritime incidents receive due compensation.
At VURDHAAN, we are committed to promoting sustainable and responsible practices in the global shipping industry. Through our work in maritime compliance and risk management, we support countries and organizations in adapting to evolving standards and improving their regulatory practices. As Cameroon advances its framework to address liability and compensation, VURDHAAN is keenly aware of the importance of such frameworks in creating a secure and fair maritime industry that prioritizes both environmental and human impacts.
Cameroon’s accession to conventions like the 1992 Civil Liability and Fund Conventions highlights its proactive stance in protecting its waters and citizens. With continued engagement from the IMO and a strong national commitment, Cameroon is paving the way for a more sustainable, legally robust maritime sector.