This subcategory explores major forums and conferences where maritime scholars, professionals, and institutions gather to exchange ideas, present research, and shape the future of maritime studies and cooperation.
• Recurring academic maritime conferences
• Thematic maritime forums (e.g. port cities, shipbuilding, seafaring)
• Regional symposiums
• International congresses
Conferences and forums give voice to the maritime community. They allow people to connect across oceans, challenge old ideas, and generate new collaborations. These events also help bridge theory and practice – linking academic insights to the lived experiences of maritime workers, coastal communities, and global institutions.
International Congress of Maritime History (ICMH)
Organized by the International Maritime History Association (IMHA), this congress brings together maritime historians from around the world every five years – covering themes from naval power to migration, law, and memory.
European Maritime Day (EMD)
An annual two-day event organized by the European Commission, bringing together stakeholders from industry, policy, academia, and NGOs to discuss maritime affairs, blue economy, and ocean governance.
World of Shipping Portugal Conference
An academic and professional gathering focused on shipping economics, logistics, and port management. It brings together researchers, policymakers, and business leaders to bridge data and decision-making.
International Congress of Maritime Museums (ICMM)
A key event for maritime museum professionals, curators, and historians, providing a platform for sharing exhibition ideas, digital innovation, and cultural heritage preservation.
International Maritime Forum – Asia Pacific
This rotating event brings together maritime experts, scholars, and government representatives to discuss security, trade, and sustainability in one of the world’s most dynamic regions.
This list will evolve as new events emerge – especially in Africa, Latin America, and Pacific island nations – and as digital participation reshapes the way we gather and learn.
1. How do maritime conferences support global collaboration and innovation?
2. What role should forums play in making maritime knowledge more inclusive?
