Today we observe World Maritime Day, and our industry will pause to recognise a simple truth: we move 80% of world trade by sea, and the health of the ocean is on us. ​
The pressures are real – pollution, warming seas, acidification, overfishing. But so is our ability to change course.​
With the UAE hosting this year’s Parallel Event, the focus is rightly on collaboration, better governance, and practical innovation. It’s a fitting stage given the region’s infrastructure and its push towards climate neutrality. ​
The International Maritime Organization‘s theme also connects to wider efforts such as the global plastics instrument and outcomes from the United Nations Ocean Conference. This all reminds us that shipping sits at the centre of ocean stewardship.​
At Orbis Risk Partners, we will continue supporting our clients in the right manner – whether it’s aligning with evolving regulations, stress-testing operations and contracts, or building resilience through better risk data and claims readiness. ​
From Dubai to Antwerp and Geneva, we’ll keep supporting partners to operate responsibly and competitively.​​
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