Government of Ireland

Ireland is proud to host European Maritime Day 2025 in Cork. As an island nation with one of the largest sea areas in Europe, Ireland’s economy, culture and society is inextricably linked to the sea. Our marine environment yields multiple benefits from sectors such as seafood, tourism, recreation, renewable energy, cultural heritage, and biodiversity.

At EMD we will spotlight innovative solutions for a sustainable blue economy, promote our coastal communities, strengthen ocean literacy and advance our shared European goals for a healthy, secure and climate-resilient maritime space.