World Maritime Day is annually celebrated across the globe on the last Thursday of September, which will be marked on September 26 this year. The day aims to highlight the importance of safety in shipping, maritime security, and the marine environment. The global event also recognises the contribution of the maritime industry to global trade and the economy. It is organised annually by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), a specialised agency of the United Nations. Ahead of World Maritime Day 2024, know this year's theme and significance of the day that highlights the contributions of of the maritime industry to global trade. September 2024 Festivals, Events and Holidays Calendar: Complete List of Important National and International Days and Dates. 

World Maritime Day 2024 Date

World Maritime Day 2024 will be celebrated on Thursday, September 26.

World Maritime Day 2024 Theme

Each year, World Maritime Day has a different theme that reflects current maritime challenges and priorities. World Maritime Day 2024 theme is ‘Navigating the Future: Safety First’. The theme reflects the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) 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 and innovation.

 

World Maritime Day Significance

World Maritime Day is an important event that highlights the essential role that shipping plays in the global economy, with over 80 percent of global trade being carried by sea. The day underscores the importance of efficient, safe, and secure international shipping. As per details by the UN, international shipping transports more than 80 percent of global trade all over the world.

Shipping is the most efficient and cost-effective method of international transportation for most goods. This is because it provides a dependable, low-cost means of transporting goods globally, facilitating commerce and helping to create prosperity among nations and peoples. World Maritime Day serves as a platform to discuss advancements in maritime technology and brings attention to the safety, security, and sustainability challenges that the industry faces.

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