Istanbul, Turkey – October 7–8, 2025 – MARITIME INNOVATORS is proud to announce that its CEO, Mr. Ugurcan Acar, will join the official Speakers Lineup at the upcoming Istanbul Maritime Forum, one of the most important gatherings for the regional and global shipping community. The event will take place at the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Tuzla – Istanbul, bringing together shipowners, ship managers, technical leaders, and innovators from Turkey and around the world.
As part of the program, Mr. Acar has been invited to serve as Moderator of two high-level panel discussions on October 7, 2025:
- Fueling the Shift: What’s Next for Energy in Global and Regional Shipping? (12:20 – 13:00)
- Digitalising Maritime: Unlocking Efficiency, Connectivity, and Growth (15:00 – 16:00)
By moderating these panels, Mr. Acar will guide strategic conversations with international shipowners, managers, and innovators, addressing key issues such as energy transition, maritime decarbonisation, digital transformation, smart technologies, and strategies to unlock efficiency and sustainability.
A Platform for Innovation and Leadership
Maritime Innovators has long been at the forefront of advancing green transition strategies, EU project development, and digitalisation in shipping. Being listed among the speakers of the Istanbul Maritime Forum and entrusted with moderating pivotal panels highlights both the recognition of Mr. Acar’s expertise and the company’s active role in shaping the future of maritime innovation.
About the Istanbul Maritime Forum
The Istanbul Maritime Forum gathers shipowners, ship managers, suppliers, and thought leaders from across Turkey and the international maritime community. With a focus on sustainability, digitalisation, competitiveness, and safety, the forum provides an essential platform for knowledge sharing and business networking.
For more details on the event, please visit the official website: Istanbul Maritime Forum

