World Maritime Day: A Human- and Nature-Centered Vision from Alkoç Group
While doing our job lovingly to make the world a more livable place; It is our main responsibility to protect the environment, the sea and the human… As the Alkç Group, we first call human and world first… Happy World Maritime Day.
Celebrated on the last Thursday of September each year, World Maritime Day is an important occasion to highlight the impact of the maritime sector on global trade, the environment, and human life, as well as to raise awareness in this field. On this meaningful day, Alkoç Group once again underlines that maritime is not only an economic activity but also an integrated responsibility toward both humanity and nature.
Making the world a more livable place requires placing the protection of the environment and the marine ecosystem at the core of our mission. In line with sustainable development goals, we continue to contribute to green transformation, the reduction of carbon emissions, eco-friendly ship technologies, and clean port practices. In every project and investment, we embrace the principle of “People First, Planet First,” believing that success in shipping should be measured not only by performance but also by ethical and environmental responsibility.
Through the initiatives we carry out under the Naci Alkoç Maritime Education Foundation (NADEV), we aim to support maritime education and train young seafarers to become individuals who are not only professionally skilled but also environmentally conscious and guided by ethical values. While promoting equal opportunities in education, we also strive to instill a love for the sea from an early age.
On this special day, we emphasize the importance of protecting our seas, respecting human life, and building a sustainable future for our sector. We sincerely celebrate World Maritime Day together with the entire maritime community.