After a successful collaboration in 2019 and 2023, SAFETY4SEA and Europort are proud to announce the return of the SAFETY4SEA EUROPORT Awards, which will be presented in November 2025 during Europort, the world-renowned maritime exhibition.
In 2025, Europort, a leading international exhibition, will partner once again with SAFETY4SEA to present a series of awards recognizing achievements in three key themes: digital shipping, energy transition, and human capital. The SAFETY4SEA EUROPORT Awards aim to highlight sustainability, recognize excellence and innovation, and elevate best practices within the maritime sector, all while enhancing the industry’s profile among key stakeholders and inspiring the next generation of maritime professionals.
The awards will take place at the Award Stage located in the central Plaza of the Europort exhibition, which will be held from November 4-7, 2025, in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. This partnership continues to foster the promotion of sustainable shipping across the maritime industry.
Award categories & ceremonies
A total of 15 awards will be presented across three thematic categories, with each category showcasing five distinct award segments. The awards will be presented throughout the exhibition days, with specific ceremonies scheduled as follows:
- GREEN4SEA – EUROPORT Award Ceremony (November 5, 2025): This ceremony will honor organizations that have made significant contributions to Clean Shipping, Energy Transition, Technology, Innovation, and Ship Design.
- SMART4SEA – EUROPORT Award Ceremony (November 6, 2025): This ceremony will recognize organizations advancing Smart Shipping, Cybersecurity, E-Navigation, Technology, and Autonomous Shipping.
- CAREER4SEA – EUROPORT Award Ceremony (November 7, 2025): This ceremony will celebrate contributions to Crew Welfare, Diversity & Inclusion, Education, as well as individuals (New Generation and Personality Awards) who have achieved remarkable milestones in their careers or served as role models in attracting new talent to the shipping industry.
Apo Belokas, Managing Editor of SAFETY4SEA, said: ‘’We are excited to once again partner with Europort to honor the exceptional achievements driving sustainability in the maritime sector.
The SAFETY4SEA EUROPORT Awards offer a unique platform to recognize the pioneers who are shaping the future of shipping through innovation, responsibility, and dedication to a greener, smarter, and more inclusive industry.’
Raymond Siliakus, Manager Exhibitions and Director of Europort, added: ‘’Following up on the success of previous years, we are delighted to continue the GREEN4SEA, SMART4SEA and CAREER4SEA EUROPORT Awards in 2025.With energy transition, digital innovation and work force optimization dominating the global maritime agenda, it is of great value to celebrate the achievements in this field.
We believe that maritime frontrunners deserve to be set in the spotlights as they inspire industry alike in reshaping the shipping world.
Nomination process & voting
The award process combines an open nomination system and online voting, offering a unique opportunity for nominees to be acknowledged for their contributions to sustainable shipping. The deadline for submitting nominations is Friday, May 23, 2025, with shortlisted nominees to be announced on May 31, 2025. Voting will open online until September 12, 2025, allowing participants to cast their votes and recognize outstanding contributions in the maritime industry.
