Split hosts 26th International Association of Maritime Universities assembly

The 26th Annual General Assembly of the International Association of Maritime Universities (IAMU AGA26) is being held in Split, Croatia. Hosted by the Faculty of Maritime Studies at the University of Split, the event brings together approximately 400 participants and experts from over 80 countries.

The conference focuses on the theme ‘Human-centred Digital Oceans: Educating Safe & Green Global Maritime Professionals’. Discussions center on the future of maritime education, digitalization, safety, and the green transition within the maritime sector. The program includes the presentation of 155 scientific papers.

Representatives from the University of Dubrovnik are also participating, with faculty members serving on the IAMU Executive Board for Europe and Africa. Croatian Minister of Sea, Transport and Infrastructure, Oleg Butković, officially opened the event, highlighting the importance of maritime education and Croatia's long-standing maritime tradition.