World Ocean Summit & Expo 2027

World Ocean Summit & Expo 2027 is a three-day international ocean economy and sustainability event taking place from 16 to 18 March 2027 at the Aqaba International Exhibition Center in Aqaba, Jordan. The 14th annual edition brings together leaders from government, business, finance, science, technology, and the wider ocean economy to examine how the ocean supports trade, economic growth, food security, energy systems, and national security.

Purpose and Objectives

The summit focuses on the growing importance of the ocean as critical economic and environmental infrastructure. It aims to connect ocean sustainability with investment, business, policy, technology, and economic development while examining how governments and companies can strengthen ocean resilience in the face of climate change, geopolitical disruption, and increasing pressure on marine resources.

Key Activities

The programme includes keynote sessions, panels, fireside discussions, interactive sessions, networking, an exhibition, and conversations between policymakers, investors, businesses, scientists, and ocean-sector specialists. Discussions cover ocean governance, sustainable finance, shipping, marine technology, blue food, climate resilience, conservation, coastal development, and the wider blue economy.

You’ll explore

• Ocean governance, geopolitics and maritime security
• Sustainable finance and investment in the ocean economy
• Shipping, ports and maritime supply chains
• Ocean technology and digital innovation
• Climate-resilient coastal economies and nature-based solutions
• Blue food, conservation and sustainable ocean industries

Significance

The summit is significant because it brings ocean sustainability into wider discussions around economic development, investment, trade, food, energy, and security. Its international format connects public and private sector decision-makers with scientists and technology providers working to address challenges across the marine environment and ocean economy.

Expected Outcomes

Participants can expect insights into emerging ocean policies, investment opportunities, technologies, and approaches to marine and coastal resilience. The summit is intended to support international collaboration, investment, partnerships, knowledge exchange, and the development of practical solutions for a more sustainable ocean economy.