The 5th ICMaD 2026

Navigating the Blue Frontier: Sustainable Innovation and Investment for a Thriving Maritime Future
Politeknik Ilmu Pelayaran Makassar
Makassar, October 7-8, 2026

ICMaD 2026 Event Poster

In an era marked by rapid global transformation, the maritime sector Empostands at a critical crossroads—facing unprecedented challenges while holding vast potential for innovation and sustainable development. The 5th International Conference on Maritime Development (ICMaD) 2026, hosted by Politeknik Ilmu Pelayaran Makassar, will take place on October 7-8, 2026, in Makassar, Indonesia. Under the theme “Navigating the Blue Frontier: Sustainable Innovation and Investment for a Thriving Maritime Future,” this conference aims to bring together scholars, researchers, professionals, and policymakers from around the world to share knowledge, present research findings, and foster dialogue on emerging issues and solutions in the maritime domain. The conference will address a broad spectrum of topics including green shipping technologies, smart port systems, marine environmental protection, digital transformation in maritime logistics, and the integration of innovation into maritime education and policy. Through this platform, we aspire to catalyze collaboration and generate actionable insights that contribute to a more resilient, sustainable, and innovative maritime future. We warmly welcome all participants to join us in this international exchange of ideas, and we look forward to productive discussions that inspire progress across the global maritime community.

Objectives

The primary objectives of the ICMaD are:
1. To facilitate knowledge, information, and experience sharing among researchers, practitioners, academics, and stakeholders in discussing science and technology in a sustainable port industry.
2. To provide a forum for researchers, practitioners, academics, and stakeholders to build collaborative relationships and partnerships between governments, the maritime industry, academic institutions, and the rest of the world to promote sustainable and efficient maritime development.

Scope of Paper

1. Seafarers (Sailirmanship Safety Education)
2. Operation and Economics in Maritime Transportation
(Maritime law and Policy, Logistic, Transportation Service,
Intermodal Connectivity, Transportation in Tourism)
3. Ship Engineering (Structure, Machinery, and electrical)
4. Maritime Transportation Infrastructure
(Port Infrastructure Planning, Design, and Operation)
5. Maritime Transportation Safety and Security
(Safety, Security, Emergency, and Disaster Management)
6. Maritime Environment (Oceanography, Green Transportation, Sustainability, Transportation)

Author Guidelines

Please follow author guidelines HERE

Conference Fee

- Normal payment : IDR. 2.500.000,-
- Article with foreign nationality and affiliation authorship : IDR. 2.000.000,-
Note : The bank account number will be provided in the Letter of Abstract Acceptance

Participants

1. Academics (professors, lecturers, undergraduate, and graduate students)
2. Researchers, professionals, and maritime practitioners
3. Regulators and policymakers from government and non-governmental organizations, as well as national and international development agencies.

Date & Venue

Date
07th-08th October 2026
Venue
Politeknik Ilmu Pelayaran Makassar

Welcome Speech and Organizer’s Report

Capt. Rudy Susanto

Capt. Rudy Susanto, M.Pd.

Director of Politeknik Ilmu Pelayaran Makassar

Opening Speech

Suharto

Suharto, A.TD, M.M.

Head of Human Resources Development Agency, Ministry of Transportation

Plenary Speakers

Prof. Victor Gekara

Prof. Victor Gekara

(Awaiting Confirmation)

Professor of Logistics and Supply Chains
RMIT University, Australia

Tran Duc Phu

Dr. Tran Duc Phu

Navigation Operation Specialist,
Mekong River Commission Secretariat

Dr. Kaharuddin Djenod, M.Eng.

Dr. Kaharuddin Djenod, M.Eng.

(Awaiting Confirmation)

President Director PT PAL Indonesia

Muhammad Masyhud, S.T., M.T.

Muhammad Masyhud, S.T., M.T.

Direktur Jenderal Perhubungan Laut

Moderator & M.C

Capt. Fandi A.S.

Capt. Fandi A.S., M.M., M.Mar.

Moderator

Winda Anggraeny

Thia Rizky

Master of Ceremony

Documentation
4th ICMaD 2025
(Previous Conference)

Important Dates

  • Abstract Submission
  • July 17 - August 14, 2026
  • Letter of Abstract Acceptance
  • August 17 - 21, 2026
  • Full Paper, Administrative and Initial Screening
  • August 24 - September 30, 2026