Maritime Risk Symposium

The Maritime Risk Symposium convenes thought leaders to address escalating challenges within the maritime domain. Over 90% of global trade travels through the world's maritime ecosystem, making its safeguarding vital for secure transport of goods and passengers, economic resilience, and national security. The symposium focuses on assessing trends and threats, providing operational insights to enhance resilience, advancing solutions through merging technologies, and strengthening global and national maritime resilience. The theme for 2026 is "Overcoming Maritime Vulnerabilities Through Private-Public-Academic Partnerships," bringing together thought leaders, military officers, researchers, maritime professionals, port operators, and policymakers to exchange insights and develop actionable strategies. Key topic areas include Maritime Cybersecurity & Artificial Intelligence, Littoral Disruptions and Cascading Consequences on Private Industry, Maritime Border Security, Demonstration of Integrated Drone Platforms for Maritime and Border Security, Forging Maritime Markets to address U.S. Shipbuilding, Supply Chains, and Workforce Challenges, and Harbor Safety & Security Committees. The event is designed to illuminate emerging threats, strengthen operational resilience, and catalyze innovation across the maritime enterprise.