FORUM: "Carrying world trade. Carrying the risks". International Day of the Seafarer 2026. This year’s Day of the Seafarer campaign highlights the hardship, pressure and risks of life at sea, especially in high‑risk and conflict‑affected areas, while underscoring seafarers’ essential role in keeping global trade moving. Centered on the line “Carrying world trade. Carrying the risks”, it stresses that their vital contribution often remains out of sight despite difficult and dangerous conditions. The aim is to recognize their contribution while acknowledging the risks and sacrifices behind it. Follow the conversations with the hashtags:#SeafarerLife, #Dayoftheseafarer, #25june.
EVENTS: On Thursday, June 25th, the World Seafarers and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) celebrate the International Day of the Seafarer 2026 in London, United Kingdom. Today, we join
IMOHQ in recognizing the world’s seafarers. They keep global trade moving, often under immense pressure and in difficult conditions, ensuring essential goods reach communities worldwide. On this #DayOfTheSeafarer, let's recognize their contribution and the risks they carry. Register to participate!
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Nearly 90 per cent of all goods and commodities – from food to medicine to energy – come to us by sea. It is ships and seafarers that keep the world afloat.
But when nations clash, seafarers are often caught in the crossfire. Recent events in the Strait of Hormuz have seen tens of thousands of seafarers stranded as they work far from home to keep the world fuelled and fed.
This year’s theme – “Carrying world trade. Carrying the risks.” – reminds us that mariners must never be the victims or pawns of geopolitical conflict. Governments and industry have a responsibility to support and protect seafarers, by upholding labour standards, respecting international laws, and ensuring sailors everywhere remain safe from harm.
The landbound among us are often “seablind”, unaware of the crucial importance of shipping until a crisis strikes. On this International Day of the Seafarer, let us honour the courage and skills of mariners, and stand with them to weather all storms.
But when nations clash, seafarers are often caught in the crossfire. Recent events in the Strait of Hormuz have seen tens of thousands of seafarers stranded as they work far from home to keep the world fuelled and fed.
This year’s theme – “Carrying world trade. Carrying the risks.” – reminds us that mariners must never be the victims or pawns of geopolitical conflict. Governments and industry have a responsibility to support and protect seafarers, by upholding labour standards, respecting international laws, and ensuring sailors everywhere remain safe from harm.
The landbound among us are often “seablind”, unaware of the crucial importance of shipping until a crisis strikes. On this International Day of the Seafarer, let us honour the courage and skills of mariners, and stand with them to weather all storms.
António Guterres.
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Statement of the IMO Secretary-General on behalf the International Day of the Seafarer 2026; June 25th.
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez.
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez.
TAKE ACTION: How you can contribute!
Here's how you can contribute to our 2026 Day of the Seafarer edition:
If you are a seafarer - Share what “Carrying world trade. Carrying the risks.” means to you. Tell us about the realities of life at sea, the challenges you face, or the moments that define your work. Join the conversation using #DayoftheSeafarer
If you work in shipping or the maritime industry - Highlight how your company or organization supports seafarers’ safety, wellbeing and mental health — particularly for those operating in high-risk or conflict-affected areas.
If you are a government, maritime administration, NGO or union - Share the actions, policies or initiatives you are taking to support and protect seafarers working under difficult conditions and in challenging environments.
If you are part of the UN family or an international organization - Share how seafarers connect to your work and why their role is essential to global trade, humanitarian assistance and sustainable development.
For everyone
Join us in recognizing the contribution, resilience and sacrifices of seafarers worldwide. Share your message using #DayoftheSeafarer
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