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OUR AIM: STRENGTHENING THE MARITIME SECTOR

The German Maritime Centre is an independent institution that supports the maritime sector. We focus on innovative strength and the topics of the future to ensure that the industry continues to occupy a leading position in international competition.

News

18.06.2026

The Maritime Map now has over 1,000 entries

The DMZ tool provides information about maritime diversity across Germany and has recently been expanded to include a new category with educational spots like maritime museums, traditional ships and institutions focused on nature and environmental protection.

16.06.2026

DMZ-Analysis examines the EU-India Free Trade Agreement

The publication explores the the implications for Germany’s maritime sector: new export opportunities, regulatory challenges, and India’s role as a de-risking partner in a shifting geopolitical landscape. The analysis also discusses India’s role as a rising maritime key player. Find out more here.

11.06.2026

Maritime Matters Episode 10 with Prof Jochem Marotzke

What role does the ocean play in regulating our global climate? And how does this impact the maritime sector? In this episode of Maritime Matters, Dr Matthias Catón sits down with leading climate scientist Prof. Jochem Marotzke to unravel the complex relationship between the oceans and our planet’s changing climate. Listen to the full episode now!

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Topics & Projects

Our overview presents the topics and projects we are currently involved in – spanning a wide range of areas within the maritime industry.

Tools

The interactive maritime map provides information about the maritime sector in Germany. It visualises stakeholders, ports, educational institutions, and organisations – including additional details and contact information. Explore the map now and discover Germany’s maritime sector.

The Maritime Funding Compass Europe is an interactive tool that provides an overview of current EU funding calls for the maritime sector. Users can browse relevant programmes and find brief descriptions, funding conditions, links, and contact details.

The Maritime Pathfinder is an online platform offering accessible teaching materials related to the maritime sector. It provides valuable resources for information, teaching, and learning, along with potential excursion destinations and partnerships for lessons and career orientation.

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The Maritime Bunkering Compass provides an interactive overview of the regulations in force for bunkering conventional and alternative energy sources across Germany – featuring a practical download option and a map-based view. Explore the regulations now.

Feel Maritime

Talents for Sustainable Change

Discover all maritime apprenticeships and bachelor’s degree programmes in our flip catalog.

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