Post by MARIN (Maritime Research Institute Netherlands)

Global Shipping: Running Out of Steam? During BlueWeek 2026 in Marseille, MARIN hosts a seminar and workshop on how wind-powered solutions, reliability, and decarbonization can build a resilient supply chain in an era of fragmented flows. The 14th edition of the BlueWeek offers an open, independent platform to explore and build the future: wind-powered ships, alternative routes, and concrete solutions to secure your flows and turn challenges into opportunities.   🌬 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 & 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 – 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟴 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 Global trade is fragmenting, major ports and logistics hubs are congested, and your supply chains are under strain. How can you regain control? 𝟵.𝟬𝟬 – 𝟭𝟮.𝟬𝟬 Seminar programme - “Sustainable shipping alternatives and the potential of wind power from the perspective of shippers, cargo owners, and shipowners.” 𝟭𝟮.𝟬𝟬 – 𝟭𝟱.𝟯𝟬 Workshop - “To match Cargo Flows and Wind Lanes” 𝟭𝟱.𝟯𝟬 – 𝟭𝟲.𝟭𝟱  Pitch for new collaborative projects and initiatives | Visit of ENSM 𝟭𝟳.𝟬𝟬 – 𝟭𝟵.𝟬𝟬 Drinks & Network at Sea in the Calanques 📅 8 April 2026 📍 ENSM – Marseille 🔗 Join us in Marseille end register now: https://lnkd.in/ey2cpBRQ 🔗 View the full programme: https://lnkd.in/esBRVbBw   With contributions from: SINTEF | ZEPHYR & BOREE | Windcoop | LOUIS DREYFUS ARMATEURS S.A.S | BICEPS Network | AUTF - Association des Utilisateurs de Transport de Fret | Le Caboteur des Îles | MEDEF | ENSM, École Nationale Supérieure Maritime | VELA Transport #BlueWeek #MaritimeInnovation #SustainableOperations #MARIN