A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed with the United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization Intergovernmental
On 31 March, during the Maritime Women: Global Leadership International Conference, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was renewed with the United
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Academic Cooperation was signed with Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Maritime University of Bangladesh (BSMR
The WMU Executive Board (EB) met in Malmö on 12 March for its10th session since being established in 2010. A wide range of reports were considered
The ACCSEAS 2nd Annual Conference was held in Edinburgh on 4 March 2014 and opened by HRH, Princess Royal, Princess Anne. The Accessibility for
From 16-21 February, 18 students in the Class of 2014 Maritime Education and Training (MET) specialization embarked on their first Field Study.
The opening ceremony for the M.Sc. in International Transport & Logistics (ITL), Class of 2015, was held on 6 March at Shanghai Maritime
On 27 February, WMU President, Dr. Björn Kjerfve, attended the Extraordinary International Executive Board (IEB) meeting of the International
WMU President, Dr. Björn Kjerfve, was in Tokyo from 24-28 February and paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Yohei Sasakawa, Chairman of the Nippon Foundation
On 28 February, WMU welcomed Mr. Donald Roussel, Acting Associate Assistant Deputy Minister of Safety and Security from Transport Canada. After
For the third consecutive year, the Korean Register of Shipping (KR) donated sets of KR-CON for the use of students and faculty. KR-CON is an
A Collaboration Agreement was signed on 13 February to deliver a Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Energy Management in cooperation with Lloyd’s
On 27 January, WMU welcomed a distinguished delegation from Republic of Korea headed by Dr. SON, JaeHak, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Oceans and
On 17 January, IMO Secretary-General and WMU Chancellor, Mr. Koji Sekimizu, visited WMU for a full itinerary of activities, accompanied by the
WMU is developing a collaborative partnership with the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES), which is headquartered in
The Japan Maritime Center and WMU have renewed a General Memorandum for Academic Co-operation, effective 3 December 2013. The Agreement is
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Academic Cooperation was completed between the Philippine Coast Guard and WMU on 1 January 2014. Under the
Over the December holidays, President Kjerfve traveled to Jordan and met with the Jordan Maritime Authority (JMA) in Aqaba, where Acting Director
At the close of 2013, there is a record enrollment of 19 students in the Ph.D. program. From 2-13 December, nine of the students participated in
From 10-11 December, WMU provided meeting space and logistics support for the BE-AWARE Final Conference. WMU President, Björn Kjerfve, welcomed the
WMU contributed to the IMO-UNEP-Norway Zero-and Low-Emission Innovation Forum online/virtual global platform on decarbonization of shipping.
On 27 September, WMU signed a MoU with the the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA).
On 1 September, WMU welcomed Mr David Loosely, Secretary General and CEO of BIMCO.
WMU and the the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) signed a partnership agreement to develop Lebanon's maritime policy.
Ground-breaking online Maritime Welfare Professional Development Programme (MARI-WEL) offered free of charge.
The MSEM Class of 2022 sets a new record for gender parity in the MSEM programme with 50 percent female enrolment.
WMU participated in a workshop on “Oil Spills Status: Environmental Impact and Control” for Iraq
WMU and IMO partnered on delivering an Introduction to the National Maritime Transport Policy (NMTP) during Singapore Maritime Week.
An MoU was signed by WMU and Batumi State Maritime Academy on 26 November 2020.
Timor-Leste National Maritime Transport Policy Workshop Delivered Virtually by IMO and WMU
REV Ocean and the World Maritime University (WMU) signed a partnership agreement to join forces and find solutions to critical ocean issues.
WMU completed a customized, four-week Specialization Training Programme on Curriculum Development tailored for senior employees of EMSA.
A MoU has been signed between WMU and the Department for Shipping and Maritime of Kenya in an extraordinary virtual ceremony held on 8 July 2020.
The World Maritime University (WMU), established within the framework of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), and the International Union
From 24-26 February, a delegation from WMU visited several agencies in Canada with the aim of strengthening partnerships and collaboration. Members
A Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the World Maritime University (WMU) and the Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific (MAAP) during
Dr. Cleopatra Doumbia-Henry,
The World Maritime University (WMU) and Port Klang Free Zone SDN BHD (PKFZ), Port Klang, Malaysia signed on 26 November, a Memorandum of
The World Maritime University (WMU), established within the framework of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), and the International
WMU and the IMO launched the IMO - WMU joint Special Issue on “Protecting the Ocean - The London Convention and the Stockholm Declaration at 50”, published in the International Journal of Marine and Coastal Law.
The annual Sasakawa Fellows Reception, hosted by The Nippon Foundation, was held at WMU on 31 October in the Sasakawa Auditorium. The 30 students in the Class of 2024, who were sponsored by The Nippon Foundation, were honored as WMU Sasakawa Fellows.
On 2 November, the latest cohort of the maritime and oceans leaders of tomorrow graduated from the World Maritime University (WMU). The graduating class includes 260 graduates from over 70 countries.
UN Day has been celebrated annually since 1948, and is an opportunity to reaffirm the purposes and principles of the UN Charter.
This year's conference, titled "Ocean Governance in the South Pacific and Latin America", was particularly noteworthy as it marked the first time COLP was held in Latin America.
The “All Hands on Deck: Educating the wave makers of tomorrow - was aimed at “training the trainers” by offering practical examples and co-creating new strategies and methods with participants on how to integrate the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into education at all levels.
The Orientation for the new Sasakawa Fellowship Students is an annual event, organized by the Sasakawa Peace Foundation, to strengthen connections between the graduating and incoming Sasakawa Fellowship Students.
The 2024 World Maritime Day theme, "Navigating the future: safety first!" reflects IMO's work to enhance maritime safety and security, in tandem with the protection of the marine environment, whilst ensuring its regulatory development process safely anticipates the fast pace of technological change
The third WMU Summer Academy hosted maritime professionals, academics, and students from 22 countries who engaged with distinguished faculty and guest lecturers in the unique international setting provided by WMU.
The overall aim of WMU Maritime Week was to share knowledge in each subject area, fostering mutual understanding and generating both practical and academic insights that can be shared across the global maritime community.
International Day has been an annual event at WMU since 1999.
A total of 73 students graduated from the MSc specializations in China bringing the total number to 1,317 graduates since inception of the programmes in 2005.
The World Maritime University Women’s Association (WMUWA) hosted an International Women's Day (IWD) seminar for students and staff reflecting the official IWD 2024 theme, Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress.
The conference theme of “Mission Possible” focused on how to maintain stability and success in an ever-changing terrain.
The total number of WMU students who have received Sasakawa Fellowships to study at WMU now stands at 791 individuals from 85 countries, including the 31 Fellowship Students in the Class of 2024.
On 28 October, the maritime and oceans leaders of tomorrow graduated from the World Maritime University.
For World Maritime Day on 28 September, WMU is joining forces with the IMO in illuminating their headquarters buildings blue.
Global Governance During Pandemic: Implications of Force Majeure and National Emergency for Worker Rights Protections - WMU President Dr Doumbia-Henry
In these challenging times, the maritime and oceans community will need WMU more than ever before.The WMU Board of Governors met online on 11 May 2020
WMU has a long-standing history of engaging with the local community and has been active in supporting local events and community efforts
Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, students at the World Maritime University (WMU) have continued their studies, essentially uninterrupted.
WMU is leading the charge in this time of COVID-19 to support a cohesive, strong and resilient maritime and oceans community.
The World Maritime University mourns the passing of Pierre Léonard, a long-standing supporter of WMU. Mr Léonard was responsible for the initiative
Dear Applicants, I am delighted to confirm to you that the University is very much open for business, despite the COVID-19 pandemic. The faculty and
President Doumbia-Henry expresses condolences on behalf of WMU: It is with deep sadness that the World Maritime University (WMU) learned of the
On 8 April, President Doumbia-Henry spoke to students at the Henrik Smith Residence (HSR), where the majority of the students in the Malmö MSc
The ninth annual Moot Court competition took place on 3 April for MSc students in the Maritime Law and Policy (MLP) specialization. The difference
As the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) apex institution for maritime and ocean education, the World Maritime University (WMU) adds its
The threat of the novel coronavirus is having a global impact as countries try to curb the spread of the virus and individuals take measures to
Maritime Law in Motion is the latest publication in the WMU Studies in Maritime Affairs book series. It provides valuable insights into various
On 20 March, Mr. Kitack Lim, Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization and WMU Chancellor sent a message to all World Maritime
The spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has become a global emergency. Since its outbreak, this epidemic has caused more than 220,000
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on 10 December 2019 adopted Resolution 74-19 on Oceans and the Law of the Sea. The resolution continues,
The World Maritime University (WMU) has a longstanding commitment to empowering women in the maritime and ocean communities. The most recent result
On 1 December, Dr. Cleopatra Doumbia-Henry, President of WMU, addressed the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Assembly to report on the
At the 2019 Our Ocean Conference, held in Oslo, Norway from 23-24 October, WMU made a commitment to significant and meaningful action towards a
The World Maritime University (WMU) has released the Conference Report for the WMU Third International Women’s Conference on Empowering Women in the
The CHEK Research project, in which WMU played a pivotal role, has been recognized among 40 stories selected by the European Union (EU) to illustrate the profound impact of its funding on research and innovation.
WMU and the Korea Maritime Institute (KMI) have released a report that captures the results of phase one of Zero Emission of Domestic Passenger Ships in the Republic of Korea (ZED-PK) project.
WMU welcomed visitors from the University of Gdańsk's ship R/V Oceanograf on its return from an Arctic expedition, and Dr Ellen Johannesen, who recently completed her PhD at WMU, joined the cruise for a period of one week to further her gender equality at sea research
Results of the two-year project, Effects of the COVID-19 panDEmic on sEafarers and shiPping (DEEP), funded by the Swedish Ministry of Infrastructure.
WMU hosted an international seminar focusing on energy-saving technologies and alternative energy sources working in synergy for reducing carbon emissions from ships and ports. The seminar marked the conclusion of the CHEK project.
The partnership is intended to strengthen collaboration between scientists at the Center and academic researchers at four partner institutions, including WMU.
With generous support from the ITF Seafarers’ Trust and Lloyd's Register Foundation, WMU delivered a workshop addressing the pressing challenges of seafarer work/rest hours and safe manning.
The WMU-Sasakawa Global Ocean Institute (GOI) co-hosted the “Empowering Women for the Ocean Decade: Achieving Gender Equality in Ocean Sciences and Policy Making” satellite event during the 2024 Ocean Decade Conference.
WMU Professor, Dr Johan Hollander, has co-authored important research findings in a new article, “Responses of marine trophic levels to the combined effects of ocean acidification and warming,” published in the journal Nature Communications.
The WMU-Sasakawa Global Ocean Institute co-hosted a Strategy Session on 12 March with the Economist Impact titled “Driving ocean-centred solutions by islanders for small island developing states (SIDS)”.
World Maritime University (WMU) Professor, Dr Francis Neat, has co-authored important research findings on deepwater sharks, “Fishing for oil and meat drives irreversible defaunation of deepwater sharks and rays,” the cover feature for the Science Magazine, March 2024 issue.
The Forum brought together academics and experts in robotics and law to deliberate the strengths, weaknesses, obstacles, and prospects stemming from the implementation of technology and/or techniques within the maritime and oceanic realm.
Hi-EFECTS aims to demonstrate the use of Future Marine ElectroFuels, especially ammonia and methanol, within the maritime industry, addressing the challenges associated with transitioning to green and environmentally friendly options.
The "Scaling up Actions to Empower Women for the Ocean Decade - Joint 2022 United Nations Ocean Conference side events report" synthesizes findings of the Empowering Women Programme's side events held at the 2022 United Nations Ocean Conference.
The partners reported that the envisaged project result – to develop and pilot an easily adaptable training programme contributing to reducing stress or anxiety at the workplace - was achieved.
The study explores the potential of digital technologies and synchromodality to transform the freight logistics industry by streamlining information flow, increasing the flexibility of transportation routes, and creating a more effective and efficient freight logistics system.
An in-depth exploration of a number of maritime issues related to future ship technologies, including automation, and seeks to qualify the probable impact on seafarers.
The fifth annual MarTID survey has been launched to continue the study of global maritime training practices. Separate surveys are available until 31 August 2023 for seafarers, ship operators, and maritime education and training institutions.
The fifth annual Friends of WMU Germany seminar took place on 24 October with the topic of Ports and their Importance for the Transformation to a Green, Climate-neutral Economy in a Rapidly Changing World.
The 8th annual Maritime Business Integrity and Corruption Awareness (CORA) Seminar highlighted the particular issue of demands for bribes and facilitation payments made of vessels and crews in the course of routine transit and port operations.
The Malmö session concluded the 2023 Seafarer Health and Wellbeing series planned for Gesellschaft für Oeltransporte mbH (GEFO).
The third annual Friends of WMU Germany seminar took place on 24 October with the topic of Contemporary Maritime and Ocean Matters.
The seminar, “MARPOL at 50 – our commitment goes on: Maritime Decarbonization,“ was organized as part of the Horizon Europe SEANERGY project and aligned with the 2023 World Maritime Day theme “MARPOL at 50 – our commitment goes on.”
The Maritime Business Integrity and Corruption Awareness (CORA) Seminar was delivered in partnership with the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN).
The World Maritime University (WMU) and Gesellschaft für Oeltransporte mbH (GEFO) further strengthened their longstanding partnership with the second successful delivery in 2023 of a customized Executive Professional Development Course (EPDC) on Seafarer Health and Wellbeing.
The customized seminar provided participant with insights into personal and organizational factors influencing mental health and wellbeing.
The second annual Friends of WMU Germany seminar focused on Shipping in a Changing World - How Can We Collaborate in the Future?
The sixth annual seminar focused on National Maritime Transport Policy was facilitated by WMU for the IMO International Maritime Law Institute.
For the 7th consecutive year, WMU provided its Malmö-based Masters students with training on combating corruption in the maritime sector.
WMU hosted an open seminar featuring prominent guest speakers on the role that industry good practice(s) can play.
WMU delivered an EPDC on Seafarer Health and Well-being to Gesellschaft für Oeltransporte mbH (GEFO).
Maritime Policy Workshop Delivered for IMLI by the World Maritime University, November 2020.
The 4th KMI-WMU Seminar took place 12 and 13 November on the topic of Container Shipping Business and Maritime 4.0 Policy and Strategy.
WMU delivered its landmark Maritime Business Integrity and Corruption Awareness (CORA) Seminar for the sixth consecutive year.
SSRS and SMA provided a maritime safety programme for WMU students.
WMU President lecture on "Global Governance During Pandemic: Implications of Force Majeure and National Emergency for Worker Rights Protections."
WMU's Response to a Sustainable Planet - a special lecture on 22 and 23 June 2020.
Tenth annual WMU Moot Court competition focuses on fisheries and underwater cultural heritage.
In recognition of World Oceans Day, which falls on 8 June, President Doumbia-Henry provided a video message for the World Oceans Day celebrations
In honour of the 35th anniversary of the IMO-IMLI International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI), WMU was pleased to welcome Professor Dr Norman A. Martínez Gutiérrez, Director of IMLI.
RADM Marx met with a group of WMU students who have joined the University from their country’s Navy, Coast Guard or Armed Forces. He provided a detailed presentation regarding his work with the Standing NATO Maritime Group ONE.
The Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping is a not-for-profit, independent research and development center.
WMU welcomed Ms Anne H. Steffensen, Danish Shipping Director General and CEO, for a courtesy visit.
WMU welcomed H.E. Zahoor Ahmed, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to the Kingdom of Sweden for a courtesy visit.
WMU welcomed representatives of the Orients Fond to meet with President Doumbia-Henry & the five students funded by Orients Fond.
WMU welcomed H.E. Enass Alshahwan, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the Kingdom of Sweden.
WMU welcomed H.E. Mr. Andrés Gregorio Núñez Sánchez, Ambassador and Consul General of Panama to the Kingdom of Sweden.
WMU welcomed Mr Serge Buy, CEO of the Canadian Ferry Association (CFA), to WMU on 13 March. CFA is a member-based organization representing Canadian
WMU was delighted to welcome a delegation of twelve from Wallenius Marine on 21 January 2019. Wallenius Marine, whose vision is “Leading the way
Admiral Karl Schultz, Commandant
The World Maritime University (WMU) had the pleasure of welcoming 60 students from Malmö Latin School, an upper secondary school in Malmö, to
On 28 June, WMU welcomed His Excellency Mr. Loke Siew Fook, Minister of Transport of Malaysia and officials from the Ministry. The purpose of the
On 17 June, President Doumbia-Henry welcomed to WMU the Hon Sir Judge Enrico Silvestro Ravera, President of the Genoa Court and Lawyer, Professor
On 1 March, President Doumbia-Henry was welcomed to the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) by Ms Maja Markovčić Kostelac, Executive Director of
WMU hosted session one of a two-part webinar series focused on Seafarers’ Mental Health & Well-being.
The WMU Empowering Women Programme team presented their findings and work to date and discussed the broader inclusion of women and girls in science.
WMU hosted a webinar that introduced the White Paper “Towards a Safety Learning Culture for the Shipping Industry”.
Applying a Trans-disciplinary Shipyard Energy Management Framework: A Strategic Analysis from Concept to Case Study
"No Space for Rubbish: Research Approaches to Reduce Pressures of Marine Litter in the Eastern Caribbean Region."
As part of the IMO Ocean Group Webinar Series, the WMU-Sasakawa Global Ocean Institute presented about the EU H2020 BUGWRIGHT2 project.
In honour of World Maritime Day 2021, WMU hosted an alumni webinar focused on the new book, “The World of the Seafarer".
The WMU Webinar provided a legal status update and objective overview of the proceedings that unfolded in the aftermath of the “Ever Given” incident.
WMU engineered and moderated the second “Maritime Lebanon” webinar under the theme “Safety and Security of Shipping.”
Public webinar raises awareness of the need for gender mainstreaming and the empowerment of women scientists across all actions under the Ocean Decade
The webinar presented on-going digital innovation efforts within smart shipping and automation.
WMU contributed to the “Maritime Lebanon” webinar organized by the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD).
Webinar and special book launch of Frontiers in International Environmental Law: Oceans and Climate Challenges - Essays in Honour of David Freestone
The WMU International Women's Day 2021 webinar focused on Women in Leadership: Paths Through Education
WMU Alumni Webinar - Decarbonization of International Shipping - Global and Regional Perspectives on Achieving Reduction Targets.
WOMESA hosted a webinar focused on the impact of gender based violence on women and the effects of the 2nd wave of Covid-19 in the maritime sector.
WMU Webinar - Understanding the Effects of COVID-19 on Seafarers took place on 26 November.
Dr Cleopatra Doumbia-Henry, WMU President, was the opening speaker for the IOI Blue Economy Challenges and Opportunities webinar on 27 November 2020.
The WMU Alumni Webinar Series continued on 29 September with the subject of Covid-19 and Labour: Revisiting the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006.
The second of three in situ seminars for the International Maritime Law Postgraduate Diploma Programme was recently delivered in a two-day webinar.
Dr Jose Matheickal, Director, Technical Cooperation and Implementation Division for the International Maritime Organization (IMO), delivered a special lecture on “Navigating Your Future: Unlocking Global Maritime Opportunities Post-WMU," to the Class of 2024 graduands of the Malmö MSc in Maritime Af
Ms Aicha Cherif, Legal Officer at the IMO Legal Affairs Office delivered a lecture on “The Role of IMO in the Global System of Maritime Governance”.
Mr Fredrik Haag, Head of the Office for the London Convention/Protocol and Ocean Affairs at the International Maritime Organization (IMO), provided an in-depth introduction and global perspective on the London Protocol and London Convention.
Mr Andrew Birchenough, Technical Officer, Office for London Convention/Protocol & Ocean Affairs, Marine Environment Division of the IMO delivered an in-depth introduction and global perspective on the London Protocol and London Convention.
Mr Youngso Kim, Deputy Director for Strategy, Planning and Partnerships in the Department of Partnerships and Projects (DPP) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) delivered a special lecture entitled IMO’s Partnership Efforts Towards a “Voyage Together”.
WMU welcomed Sir Nigel Teare, Judge of the Admiralty Court (ret.) in the United Kingdom as a Visiting Lecturer.
On 12 January, WMU students had the opportunity to interact with Mr Frederick Kenney who delivered a lecture on The Black Sea Grain Initiative.
Mr Frederick Kenney delivered a guest lecture as part of the Foundation Studies course on “The IMO System of Maritime Governance”.
Guest Lecturer: Mr Andrew Birchenough, Technical Officer, Office for London Convention/Protocol & Ocean Affairs, Marine Environment Division
Experts from IMO, FAO and the government of Costa Rica lectured about the GloLitter Partnerships project and its implementation in Costa Rica.
Mr Julian Abril Garcia, Head of the Facilitation Section, Maritime Safety Division at IMO delivered a lecture on Maritime Single Window and FAL.
MEM students had the opportunity to interact with Dr John Calleya, from the IMO's Subdivision for Protective Measures, Marine Environment Division
Four IMO experts provided lectures on marine casualty investigation, IMO Goal-based standards, and the IMO Member State Audit Scheme.
Frederick Kenney, Director of the IMO Legal Affairs and External Relations Division, delivered an onlin
Guest Lecturers Fred Kenney, IMO Director of Legal Affairs & External Relations and Fernanda Millicay, Minister at the Argentine Embassy in the UK.
Visting Lecturer Mr Jongchul Park, WMU alumnus and Technical Officer for the Maritime Training and Human Element Section of IMO.