Project Connect’s presence at Posidonia 2026 exceeded all expectations, beautifully sealing 11 years of continuous contribution to the maritime community. This year, our proven impact came alive both on stage and on the exhibition floor, bringing together institutional leaders, shipping executives, dedicated educators, and the future generation of seafaring talent. 

The "Members & Teachers" Conference: Validating Our Shared Vision. With a packed room and deep emotion, our high-level conference demonstrated the profound power of human connection at sea. Together, we validated our shared vision: training and supporting the next generation of the maritime workforce for 2036! From the scientifically proven results of the Adopt a Ship^TM program that deeply touched the audience, to the scholarships awarded to tomorrow’s leaders and the recognition of our outstanding educators, the event confirmed that our program has truly become a landmark institution.  

Dr. Adamanatia Spanaka's presentation

Stand 2.544: A Vibrant Hub of Connection and Innovation Simultaneously, the foot traffic at our exhibition booth exceeded all expectations! We were thrilled to welcome hundreds of shipping executives, partners, and friends, turning Stand 2.544 into a dynamic meeting point of ideas and shared purpose. The overwhelming interest from the global maritime community reaffirmed that Adopt a Ship^TM, since 2018, has been  widely recognized as a powerhouse for inspiring youth and bridging the gap between school classrooms and the shipping industry.

Α huge thank you to our members, supporters, and friends. Special thanks to our sponsors, whose invaluable contributions tangibly support our work.

Together, we continue to plant the seeds today and support the future of shipping!

Explore the beautiful moments, warm smiles, and vibrant energy from both our high-level conference and our exhibition stand in the photo gallery below.