Whale Seeker® Certified Routes

Preamble

Recognizing that shipping routes form the backbone of global trade, carrying the majority of goods worldwide,
Acknowledging that whales and other marine life are essential to healthy oceans, biodiversity, and climate stability,
Understanding that vessel strikes and underwater radiated noise (URN) are among the most serious threats posed by maritime traffic,
Affirming our shared commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 14: Life Below Water, SDG 13: Climate Action, SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals),

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We, the undersigned, declare:
That sustainable shipping must become the global standard, protecting marine biodiversity while supporting global commerce, and that Whale Seeker Certified Routes provide a science-based, practical, and scalable path to achieve this.

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Our Collective Commitment
We pledge to:

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• Endorse and support Whale Seeker Certified Routes as a benchmark for responsible global trade.

• Adopt and prioritize these routes where possible in the transport of goods and people.

• Ensure that the solutions we champion are grounded in scientific rigor and transparent, peer-reviewed evidence.

• Advance the use of ethical artificial intelligence and innovative technologies to reduce whale strikes and underwater radiated noise, setting new standards for responsible ocean operations.

• Collaborate across industry, government, research, and civil society to expand adoption and impact worldwide.

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Conclusion

By signing this pledge, we affirm our shared commitment to a future where maritime trade and marine life thrive together.

We recognize that protecting whales and reducing underwater noise are not optional extras, but core standards of responsible ocean stewardship.

Together, through ethical innovation and scientific excellence, we will ensure that the lifelines of global commerce also safeguard the lifeblood of our oceans.