The Global Maritime Forum’s Annual Summit is a high-level gathering that brings together around 220 senior leaders from across the entire maritime spectrum. The main objective of the summit, which is held each year in a different important maritime city, is to collaboratively address the most pressing issues facing global maritime trade. The 2025 summit, titled “Uncharted Waters,” is expected to drive significant shift towards the practical application of decarbonization, moving the conversation from the theoretical “why” to the concrete “how.” It is likely that the International Maritime Organization (IMO) strategy will examine issues such as patterns of aggregating fuel demand and the vital aspect of seafarers’ well-being amid industry transformation. Antwerp’s strategic location as Europe’s second-largest port makes it an ideal setting for these discussions.