World Maritime Day 2024: Navigating the Future - Safety First!
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | World Maritime Day 2024 |
| Date of Celebration | 26 September 2024 |
| Theme | "Navigating the Future: Safety First!" |
| Theme Focus Areas | Enhancing maritime safety and security, protecting the marine environment, anticipating technological changes and innovations |
| Alignment with SDGs | SDG 7, SDG 8, SDG 9, SDG 13, SDG 14 |
| Parallel Event | Held in Spain from 20 to 22 October 2024, featuring high-level panel discussions |
| Importance of Shipping | Transports more than 80% of global trade |
| Key Areas of Focus for IMO | Energy efficiency, new technology and innovation, maritime education and training, maritime security, maritime traffic management, development of maritime infrastructure |
| IMO's Commitment | Developing and implementing global standards for a green and sustainable global maritime transportation system |