ECONSHIP 2026: Chios at the centre of international maritime research
The 3rd European Conference on Shipping, Intermodalism & Ports (ECONSHIP 2026) has concluded in Chios after three days of proceedings, from 23 to 25 September 2026. The Conference was organised by the Department of Shipping, Trade and Transport of the University of the Aegean and the Department of Maritime Studies of the University of Piraeus, ...
The 3rd European Conference on Shipping, Intermodalism & Ports (ECONSHIP 2026) took place in Chios from September 23 to 25, 2026. Organized by the University of the Aegean and the University of Piraeus, the conference was held as part of European Maritime Days. It featured 126 research papers presented by 200 authors from 90 universities and organizations across 25 countries.
Five special plenary sessions focused on collaboration between academia and the shipping industry, setting priorities, and the future of research and education. The conference was opened by Professor Maria Lekakou, with addresses from Chios Mayor Ioannis Malafis and regional officials. Deputy Minister of Shipping of Cyprus Marina Hadjimanolis participated in a plenary session on European maritime policy.
Notable plenary sessions included industry challenges and a green and digital transition in the East Mediterranean. The conference concluded with awards for the best research papers in maritime studies.
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