🚢 IMO Sets "From Policy to Practice" Theme for World Maritime Day 2026–2027

• Strategic Focus: The International Maritime Organization (IMO) introduced its first two-year theme, "From Policy to Practice: Powering Maritime Excellence," targeting effective implementation, capacity building, and enforcement of international maritime regulations across national frameworks. • Core Priorities: Key focus areas include decarbonisation, clean fuels, autonomous shipping, seafarer safety/welfare, and accelerating digitalisation through systems like Maritime Single Windows to boost trade efficiency. • Relevance to Sri Lanka: Highlights the need for strong national legislation, port infrastructure upgrades, and training for skilled professionals to support maritime & logistics governance and facilitate sustainable economic growth.