Panel Van for the construction of an Administrative Building
The Institute of Marine Affairs (IMA) was established by Act of Parliament (Chap. 37:01 of the Revised Laws of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, as amended by Act No. 13 of 1990) and is responsible for collection, analysis and dissemination of information relating to the economic, technological, environmental, social and legal developments in marine affairs and to formulate and implement specific programmes/projects. The Institute of Marine Affairs hereby invites suitably qualified firms to submit Request for Quotations for the supply of a Panel Van. The Institute of Marine Affairs wishes to enter into a contract with a suitably qualified and resourced supplier capable of...
15 Seater Passenger Bus for the Development of the Mariculture Industry
The Institute of Marine Affairs (IMA) was established by Act of Parliament (Chap. 37:01 of the Revised Laws of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, as amended by Act No. 13 of 1990) and is responsible for collection, analysis and dissemination of information relating to the economic, technological, environmental, social and legal developments in marine affairs and to formulate and implement specific programmes/projects. The Institute of Marine Affairs hereby invites suitably qualified firms to submit Request for Quotations for the supply of a 15 Seater Passenger Bus. The Institute of Marine Affairs wishes to enter into a contract with a suitably qualified and resourced supplier...
Supply of Services for the Upgrade of drainage System of the Institute of Marine Affairs.
The Institute of Marine Affairs was established by Act of Parliament (Chap. 37:01 of the Revised Laws of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, as amended by Act No. 13 of 1990) and is responsible for collection, analysis and dissemination of information relating to the economic, technological, environmental, social and legal developments in marine affairs and to formulate and implement specific programmes/projects. The Institute of Marine Affairs hereby invites suitably qualified firms to submit tenders for the Upgrade of the Drainage System of the Institute of Marine Affairs. The existing earthen drainage system is inadequate to support the runoff from the hillside as well as...
Preserving Trinidad and Tobago’s Wildlife through Digital Innovation
Have you ever gone diving, visited the Caroni Swamp on a boat, or limed ‘down d islands?’ I am sure at some point you felt excited, rejuvenated, and at peace: whether swimming with the fish, reverently awaiting the majestic return of the Scarlet Ibis to their roost, or being in awe of bow-riding dolphins. This feeling of calmness and revitalisation is largely thanks to wildlife and our marine environments. According to environmental scientist, Dr. Jean Lebel, our health as a society closely mirrors the health of the environment. Healthy ecosystems = healthy people. Due, however, to the inextricable connection between humans and nature, environmental...
Piloting a Blue Carbon Credit System in Trinidad and Tobago: Opportunity for Financing Mangrove Conservation
by Dr. Rahanna Juman - Deputy Director of Research and Wetlands Ecologist The Institute of Marine Affairs (IMA) collaborates with the Inter-American Development Bank to pilot a Blue Carbon Credit System in Trinidad and Tobago. This project aims to design a high-quality blue carbon credit scheme to improve the digital mapping, monitoring, reporting, and verification of ecosystem services, promote management and ownership of natural capital, and create a practical opportunity for livelihood enhancements and revenue generation. Marine ecosystems, particularly tidal marshes, seagrass beds, and mangrove forests, absorb (sequester) and store carbon within biomass and soils. Commonly referred to as “blue carbon” ecosystems because of their relevance to...
Institute of Marine Affairs and SECORE International Join Forces to Restore Tobago’s Coral Reefs
Port of Spain - The Institute of Marine Affairs (IMA) is pleased to announce its partnership with SECORE International, Inc., an implementing partner under the Marine Resilience Initiative (MARIN) Tobago project. The Institute’s collective goal is to restore Tobago’s coral reef in terms of coral cover and biodiversity. Such efforts are urgently needed given the threat of global climate change to coral reefs and the vulnerability of Small Island Developing States. SECORE is a leading organization in developing and sharing the methods and technologies for a large-scale restoration of corals. The organisation’s work focuses on integrating science and innovative technology to implement coral restoration through...
Ceremonial Signing – First of its kind with the new blue carbon credit scheme for Trinidad and Tobago
BY KRYSTAL GANASELAL Port of Spain – Trinidad and Tobago boldly steps towards establishing a blue carbon market. The country will leverage the value of carbon stored in its marine assets to finance conservation and restoration efforts and generate revenue for developing economies and blue economy endeavours. This, as the Government of Trinidad and Tobago collaborates with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) to pilot a Blue Carbon Credit Scheme for the twin-island Republic. The Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago (GoRTT) and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) launched the initiative at the Yara Auditorium of the Arthur Lok Jack Global School of Business on...
United Nations Delegation tours IMA: Exploring Marine Research and Conservation efforts
Chaguaramas – The Institute of Marine Affairs (IMA) proudly hosted a distinguished delegation from the United Nations on Friday 24 May, 2024. The delegation comprised UN Regional Director for Latin American and the Caribbean - Mr. Roberto Valent; UN Resident Coordinator in Trinidad and Tobago – Ms. Joanna Kazana; Head of Office, UN Resident Coordinator Office – Ms. Tracey Hutchinson; and Partnerships and Development Finance Officer, UN Resident Coordinator Office – Mr. Mark Thomas. Accompanying the UN team was Ms. Jewel Bachansingh, Director of the Basel Convention Regional Centre for Training and Technology Transfer for the Caribbean (BCRC). Ms. Bachansingh provided insights into BCRC’s...