2nd Green Transformation in Maritime Summit Held at Piri Reis University!

The 2nd Green Transformation in Maritime Summit, organized by the IMEAK Chamber of Shipping, was held on December 24, 2025, at Piri Reis University’s Rıdvan Kartal Conference Hall. The summit addressed sustainability, green transformation and carbon-neutral goals in the maritime sector, bringing together representatives of the public sector, academia and industry.

The opening speeches were delivered by Prof. Dr. Nafiz ARICA, Rector of Piri Reis University, and Başaran BAYRAK, President of the Assembly of the IMEAK Chamber of Shipping. The opening was followed by briefing presentations on strategies for a carbon-free future in maritime within the framework of international regulations, as well as digitalization and smart maritime applications.

The program’s sessions were organized under the headings of maritime transport, shipbuilding and ports, and alternative energy sources. They covered the use of green fuels, energy efficiency, net-zero emission targets, sustainable shipyards and green port practices. Expert academics, public officials and industry representatives shared their views on the current state and future outlook of Türkiye’s green transformation process in maritime.

Later in the summit, presentations offered a comprehensive look at next-generation marine fuels, carbon reduction strategies and the impacts of global climate change on the maritime sector. The program ended with closing speeches, followed by a certificate presentation to participants and a group photo.

Organized by the IMEAK Chamber of Shipping and hosted by Piri Reis University, the 2nd Green Transformation in Maritime Summit was an important gathering that contributed to spreading sustainability and environmentally friendly practices in the maritime sector.

Participation in this event is free of charge.