Industry leaders united at XXVI Euromed Convention to tackle net zero goals

Athens hosted one of the shipping industry’s most significant gatherings when over 800 top stakeholders convened to discuss environmental challenges in October 2024. In line with the European Climate Law, the Convention focused on the path to reach zero emissions by 2050.

The event featured numerous panels and presentations, all centered on advancing technology, operational efficiency and sustainable practices. An opening speech from Grimaldi Group Managing Director Emanuele Grimaldi captured the gravity of the situation.

He emphasized the complexity of the current environment, stating: “We are at a crucial juncture for the future of shipping and logistics. We are engaging with a number of global issues such as geopolitical tensions, the increased cost of money, inflation and a new form di protectionism, with the proliferation of unilateral trade barriers.” Emanuele Grimaldi explained that the Grimaldi Group has pursued a deliberate strategy that allows the company to be an active protagonist of our times, interpreting the economic megatrends, growing globally, and defending environmental sustainability.

With collaboration and innovation at the forefront, the Athens summit reinforced the industry’s collective commitment to green transformation, pushing towards a more sustainable future.