Ship breaking basics
What is shipbreaking?
Dismantling old ships to recover reuseble materials.
It provides jobs.
Name one environmental problem caused by shipbreaking.
Water or soil pollution
What does sustainable prosperity mean in shipbreaking?
Creating jobs and economic opportunities while protecting workers, communities, and the environment for future generations.
What country was the shipbreaking accident mentioned in our presentation in?
Bangladesh
Name two materials that can be recycled from old ships.
Steel and copper
How does shipbreaking help families?
It provides income for families.
Lead or asbestos.
Name one way to protect shipbreaking workers.
Provide safety training and protective equipment.
What was the suspected cause of the workers deaths?
Toxic gas exposure.
Name three major shipbreaking countries.
Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh
Why do companies send old ships to recycling yards in other countries?
To access recycling facilities and potentially lower costs.
How can oil and chemicals from shipbreaking harm marine life?
Oil and chemicals can contaminate water and damage habitats.
What international convention aims to make ship recycling safer?
The Hong Kong Convention.
How many workers died in the August 2026 incident mentioned in our presentation?
9 workers.
What happens to toxic materials during shipbreaking?
They must be safely disposed of.
How does shipbreaking support local businesses?
It provides materials and business opportunities.
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment.
When did the Hong Kong Convention enter into force?
June 26 2025
What can companies do to prevent similar accidents?
Provide proper training, safety equipment, and safe working conditions.
Why is shipbreaking an important part of the shipping industry?
It allows old ships to be dismantled and valuable materials to be recycled and reused.
How can globalization make shipbreaking unfair?
Companies can save money while workers face unsafe conditions and communities experience pollution.
Why is shipbreaking not always sustainable?
It can create jobs but also harm workers and the environment.
Name two ways governments can improve shipbreaking safety.
Enforce safety regulations and inspect recycling yards.
Name two ways shipbreaking can become more sustainable in the future.
Improve worker safety and dispose of hazardous waste responsibly.