Join the ICS online course on February 9, 2026, to explore how geopolitical developments impact shipping operations and trade routes.
Maritime Geopolitics and Shipping at the Same Table: “Geopolitics and Shipping” Course on February 9
The direct impact of global tensions on trade routes is transforming the maritime sector into a strategic area, not just an economic one. The online course organized by the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers on February 9, 2026, will address the effects of geopolitical developments on ship operations.
The maritime industry is no longer just logistics.
The title of the online course to be held by the Athens-based Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) on February 9, 2026, has been announced as “Geopolitics and Shipping.” The event aims to highlight the increasing intertwining of maritime transportation with international politics due to rising regional conflicts, sanctions, and discussions on energy security in recent years.
According to experts, since a large portion of global trade is conducted via sea, political tensions directly affect transportation costs and route preferences. Therefore, the maritime sector is now focusing not only on freight and capacity planning but also on risk and security management.
Topics to be discussed
The course will particularly cover the following topics:
- The impact of regional wars and crises on maritime transportation
- Changes in trade routes and alternative routes
- The effects of sanctions on ship operations and flag selection
- Pressures on energy transportation and the tanker market
- Insurance, security, and risk management practices
Additionally, the event will evaluate the strategies and crisis planning developed by companies to sustain their operations in an increasingly uncertain environment.
Route planning is now dependent on political developments.
In recent years, tensions particularly around the Red Sea, Black Sea, and the Strait of Hormuz have led to changes in the routes taken by ships for security reasons. This situation has caused fluctuations in freight prices and significantly increased insurance costs.
Industry representatives state that captains and operational teams are now closely monitoring not only weather conditions but also diplomatic developments. It is noted that geopolitical risk analysis has become one of the fundamental elements of fleet management.
Emphasis on the strategic sector
Experts believe that maritime transportation constitutes the backbone of not only trade but also energy supply. Therefore, the security of sea routes is considered directly linked to the economic security of states.
The ICS course on February 9 aims to reveal how the maritime sector is positioned in the face of changing global balances and how companies are adapting to the new risk environment.
Source: SeaNews Türkiye
