1. International Maritime Organization (IMO): The IMO is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is responsible for regulating international shipping. It produces a wide range of maritime documents, including conventions, codes, guidelines, and resolutions.
2. International Conventions: There are several international conventions that govern various aspects of maritime law, such as the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL), and the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW).
3. National Maritime Authorities: Each country has its own maritime authority that is responsible for regulating maritime activities within its jurisdiction. These authorities may produce their own maritime documents, such as regulations, guidelines, and circulars.
4. Classification Societies: Classification societies are organizations that set standards for the design, construction, and maintenance of ships. They may produce technical documents related to ship classification, inspection, and certification.
5. Industry Associations: Industry associations, such as the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS), may produce documents related to industry best practices, standards, and guidelines.
6. Research Institutions: Research institutions and academic organizations may produce reports, studies, and publications related to maritime issues, such as safety, security, environmental protection, and technology.
7. Legal Publications: Legal publications, such as international maritime law journals and textbooks, may contain analyses of international maritime documents, case law, and legal commentary.