All is now set for the 2026 Maritime Training Summit and Awards of the Association of Maritime Journalists of Nigeria (AMJON), scheduled to hold this Friday, September 4, 2026, at the Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos.
The high-level summit, which will bring together key stakeholders, regulators, industry operators, policymakers, security agencies, maritime professionals, academics and the media, is expected to advance conversations around innovation, technology and human capacity development in Nigeria’s maritime sector.
The summit, with the theme, “The Power of Innovation in a Future-Ready Maritime Training Agenda,” will focus on the critical role of innovation and modern training in developing a globally competitive maritime workforce capable of driving Nigeria’s Blue Economy aspirations.
Expected participants include; NLNG Shipping and Marine Services Limited (NSML), Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Maritime Academy of Nigeria, Oron, representatives of the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, security agencies, industry experts and other major stakeholders in the maritime sector.
The event will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions and strategic engagements on emerging trends in maritime training, digital transformation, technological innovation, safety and security, as well as human capacity development.
A major highlight of the summit will be the presentation of awards to outstanding individuals and organisations that have demonstrated exceptional leadership, professionalism and contributions to the growth, safety and development of Nigeria’s maritime and related sectors.
According to AMJON, the summit will provide a unique platform for stakeholders to exchange ideas and develop practical strategies for strengthening Nigeria’s maritime workforce and positioning the country to take advantage of emerging opportunities in the global Blue Economy.
AMJON urged stakeholders and invited guests to participate actively in the summit, noting that the future competitiveness of Nigeria’s maritime industry will depend significantly on the quality of its human resources and the ability of institutions and operators to embrace innovation.
Event Details:
Date: Friday, September 4, 2026
Venue: Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Theme: “The Power of Innovation in a Future-Ready Maritime Training Agenda”
The Association of Maritime Journalists of Nigeria (AMJON) remains committed to promoting informed discourse, professional development and constructive stakeholder engagement towards the sustainable growth and development of Nigeria’s maritime industry and Blue Economy.