WMU Maritime Affairs Conference 2026

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The WMU Maritime Affairs Conference serves as a vital platform for open dialogue, mutual understanding, and collaboration among experts from industry, academia, and policymaking communities, with a focus on the intersection of technology, regulation, and policy to generate practical and academic outcomes that support a more sustainable and innovative maritime future.

In 2026, the conference focus is on translating maritime transformation into practice amid accelerating regulatory, technological, and environmental change. Under the theme Transforming Shipping in Practice: Decarbonization, Digitalization, and Arctic Navigation, the Conference will explore the practical interaction of technology, regulation, and policy to address key challenges shaping the future of shipping.

By bringing together experts from industry, academia, and government, the Conference seeks to develop actionable insights, strengthen capacity, and support practical solutions aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

For more information and to register, click here.

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