08 June is World Oceans Day, On this occasion, we shed light on the wonder of the ocean and how it is our lifesource, supporting humanity and every other organism on Earth. Since its inception in 2008, World Oceans Day is celebrated in recognition of the ocean’s importance as the sustainer of all life on earth. Topics explored during the day include: ocean governance, the science-policy interface, oceans and climate change, sustainable ocean-based economies (blue economy), and marine protected areas, and etc. As the challenges to the ocean continue to grow, so does the need to understand them and to mobilise globally.

The role of seafarers often goes under appreciated within the maritime industry and by the general public. Seafarers are an essential component in world trade, keeping the economy moving and delivering the goods and fuels we use. On June 25^th every year, the IMO celebrates the “Day of the Seafarer“. The International Day of the Seafarer provides an opportunity to pay tribute to the world’s 1.5 million seafarers for the unique and all-too-often overlooked contribution to the well-being of the general public. Leading up to the 25 June, seafarers are being invited to answer questions on what a fair future for seafarers looks like.

Marine Protected Areas Day (MPA Day), held every year on 1 August, is a global event dedicated to raising awareness about marine protected areas (MPAs) and their essential role in ocean conservation, sustainable development, and community well-being. First launched in 2021 by South African organisations, MPA Day was created to spotlight a key gap in global environmental observances - none focused specifically on MPAs. The date marks the historic proclamation of 20 new or expanded MPAs in South Africa on 1 August 2019, a major milestone in marine protection. Since then, MPA Day has become an international movement, endorsed by the UN Ocean Decade and embraced by people and organisations around the world.