Celebration of the International Day for Women in Maritime – Monday, 18 May 2026
| The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is pleased to advise that the International Day for Women in Maritime will be celebrated on Monday, 18 May 2026 from 4.30pm to 5.30pm. |
| The theme for this year’s celebration is “From Policy to Practice: Advancing Gender Equality for Maritime Excellence,” and an event will take place under the same theme at IMO Headquarters. At the conclusion of the event, the Secretary-General will be presenting Professor Momoko Kitada with the 2026 IMO Gender Equality Award. A reception will follow at 5.30pm. |
| Further details of the event can be found on the flyer below or on IMO’s website at: International Day for Women in Maritime 2026. |
| The event will be held in person in the Main Hall, with the option for remote-active participation. If you would like to register for the event please email secretariat@ichca.com unless you are already registered to participate in MSC. |
| If you have any questions, I will be happy to help, email: secretariat@ichca.com |
