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Build a strong foundation for a successful career in shipping

Published
20 October 2025

If you are starting your career in chartering, shipbroking, maritime law, or commercial operations, understanding how the shipping industry fits together is essential for professional growth. 

Register before 31 December 2025 to benefit from an Early Bird 15% discount. 

BIMCO’s Summer Shipping School, taking place in June 2026, is designed to give early-career professionals a comprehensive overview of international shipping. Through expert-led sessions, real-world case studies, and interactive discussions, participants gain the skills and confidence to navigate the complexities of global maritime business. 

 

Learn from experts in global shipping 

Led by BIMCO’s experienced trainers and industry experts, the Summer Shipping School covers all the essential aspects of the maritime sector, from chartering and commercial operations to contracts, insurance, shipbroking, and the economics of the shipping market. 

It also explores the key issues shaping the industry today, including decarbonisation, safety, and security, helping participants understand the evolving forces that influence the global maritime landscape. 

Baris Soyer, Professor of Commercial and Maritime Law at the Institute of International Shipping and Trade Law (Swansea University) and Trainer at the Summer Shipping School 

 

“The BIMCO Summer Shipping School is more than a course – it is an immersive experience where participants gain practical skills, tackle real-world case studies, and build a network that will support them throughout their careers in shipping. Every session is designed to turn complex theory into hands-on understanding, preparing you to meet the challenges of the maritime industry with confidence.” 

Baris Soyer

 

 

Where global shipping minds grow together

Connect with the maritime world

 

 

 

 

It is not just about learning, it is also about connecting and sharing experiences. Over the past 25 years, more than 1,000 professionals from all over the world have taken part in this programme and built a global network. These professional connections often evolve into valuable channels for collaboration, insight, and long-term business relationships. 

Experience the Summer Shipping School in action 

 

Watch our video and see highlights from last year’s training, hear directly from participants, and discover what makes this course a unique stepping stone in your maritime career. 

 

 

Plan ahead and secure your place 

 

 

 

Participants who register before 31 December 2025 can take advantage of an Early Bird 15% discount, a great opportunity to plan ahead, particularly for those requiring visas or internal company approval. 

 

Secure your place and prepare for a week of insight, learning, and professional growth. 

BROWSE THE SUMMER SHIPPING SCHOOL 2026 PROGRAMME
Rita
This is a fantastic opportunity to dive deeper into the maritime industry and connect with people from all over the world. Each session opens the door to a different topic, from international trade to maritime security, in a truly multicultural setting.
- Rita Feodrippe Vale Base Metals
Pawel
An unforgettable journey packed with inspiring lectures, hands-on learning, and eye-opening insights. More than just a course - a memory I’ll carry with me forever.
- Paweł Żychowicz Morska Agencja Gdynia Sp z o.o.
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It was a truly uplifting experience. Over the week, the program provided a comprehensive overview of the shipping industry, covering diverse topics and perspectives to further expand my knowledge and highlight the complexity and importance of global shipping.
- Louise Edlund, StenaLine Summer Shipping School 2024

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