As the platform for world trade, shipping remains the indispensable industry, notable for its ability to adapt quickly to changing global trends. However, increasingly fractious geopolitics, trade disputes, disruptive technologies and the impacts of climate change have tested the industry like never before.

Where are the risks and opportunities? How can owners ensure the safety of seafarers, assets and cargoes?  How can the industry continue to create value while also working to meet sustainability targets? And where can different stakeholders collaborate to accelerate the development of game-changing technologies?

The 2027 Ocean Leadership Conference would be built around the theme of NEXT: Navigating maritime uncertainties, Evolving maritime technologies and business models, eXecuting on maritime ambitions, and Transforming the maritime industry.