- Every year the International Maritime Organization (IMO) observes World Maritime Day to celebrate the international maritime industry’s contribution towards the world’s economy, especially in shipping.
- The exact date is left to individual Governments but it is usually celebrated during the last week in September, generally the last Thursday in the month.
- In 2018, the day was marked on September 27 and IMO observed 70 years.
- The World Maritime Day theme for 2018 is “IMO 70: Our Heritage – Better Shipping for a Better Future”.
