Experts from over 40 countries to attend European Maritime Day conference in Cork

Conference to host workshops on maritime security, ocean energy and trade this weekend
Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Dan Boyle, was joined by sisters, Saoirse Healy (aged 8) and Caoimhe Healy (aged 10) last month at the launch of the free family-friendly maritime celebration, ‘European Maritime Days to Play’ which will be held this weekend in Cork to mark the city hosting Europe’s premier maritime conference. Picture: Clare Keogh

Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Dan Boyle, was joined by sisters, Saoirse Healy (aged 8) and Caoimhe Healy (aged 10) last month at the launch of the free family-friendly maritime celebration, ‘European Maritime Days to Play’ which will be held this weekend in Cork to mark the city hosting Europe’s premier maritime conference. Picture: Clare Keogh

The European Maritime Day conference, which kicks off today, will host experts from over 40 countries to discuss a range of topics – from maritime security to coastal tourism and marine pollution to ocean energy.

An estimated 1,000 people will descend on Cork for the three-day event, with the conference workshops taking place in City Hall and adjoining venues. A free family-friendly festival will be held along the city quays on Friday and Saturday.

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