From insurance and risk management to the energy transition, digitalization and maritime safety, the Posidonia 2026 conference programme highlights an industry undergoing active transformation in response to geopolitical instability and structural change.Posidonia 2026 will open its doors on June 1, welcoming more than 40,000 maritime professionals from around the world to Athens, in the largest but also the most highly anticipated conference in the long history of the institution.Against the backdrop of geopolitical challenges in the Middle East, global shipping has moved to the forefront of international attention, underscoring the strategic role of maritime transport in global trade, energy security and economic stability. With hundreds of vessels remaining stranded for months in the Strait of Hormuz and energy supply chains coming under immense pressure, the resilience of the shipping industry is once again being tested on a global scale.Kikilias: Greek shipping concerns society itself, growth, jobs and citizens’ daily livesVassilis Kikilias, Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy, stated: “Greek shipping does not concern only a few. It concerns society itself, growth, employment and the daily lives of citizens. Posidonia is the leading international meeting point where critical decisions for the future of global shipping, energy and the economy are discussed, with a direct impact on local communities and people’s lives.”In this highly complex and critical environment, the importance of Posidonia has never been greater, nor has shipping’s contribution been so vital to the global community.Travlou: Greek shipping connects the world and leads with visionMelina Travlou, President of the Union of Greek Shipowners, stated: “At a time of international challenges and multiple disruptions, Greek shipping, as a pillar of stability, resilience and global continuity, connects the world and leads with vision, determination and institutional responsibility. The strategic value of shipping is also highlighted at Posidonia 2026, a prestigious institution that promotes meaningful dialogue and cooperation for shaping the future of the sector. We proudly welcome the international maritime community to Greece, home to the world’s strongest shipping industry.”