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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

27.08.2026

DMZ at all about ports 2026

all about ports is a trade fair dedicated to port-related topics, taking place for the first time in 2026 alongside SMM. The DMZ will exhibit at stand H.210 and host several panels, including sessions on ports and geopolitics and on EU funding programmes. Find out more here about the programme and visiting the event.

22.07.2026

Competition for outstanding academic maritime teaching 2026

The German Maritime Centre once again launches a competition to recognise outstanding academic teaching in the maritime field. Starting now, students on maritime degree programmes are invited to nominate lecturers and professors who demonstrate exceptional commitment to teaching and to their students.

15.07.2026

New podcast episode: Maritime Matters with Prof Christian Bueger

What does maritime security really mean in our interconnected world, and why should we care about the risks? In this episode of Maritime Matters, Dr Matthias Catón talks to international security expert Prof Christian Bueger about piracy, critical infrastructure, and the complex challenges facing our seas. Dive into the conversation and discover why maritime security is more important than ever.

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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.

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Talents for Sustainable Change

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

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