1. What is the Maritime Security Forum 2026?
Maritime Security Forum 2026 is a professional forum bringing together maritime security practitioners, industry leaders, regulators, government stakeholders, security professionals, and subject-matter experts to discuss emerging security challenges affecting the maritime industry. The forum focuses on strengthening resilience, improving risk-informed decision-making, sharing practical experience, and encouraging collaboration across the maritime security community.
2. What is the theme of Maritime Security Forum 2026?
The theme is: “Navigating Uncertainty: Building Resilient Maritime Security in a Changing Risk Landscape.” The theme reflects the increasing complexity of maritime security risks, including geopolitical uncertainty, piracy and armed robbery, cyber and technology-related threats, insider risks, supply-chain vulnerabilities, evolving regulations, and the growing interdependence between physical and digital security.
3. When and where will the forum be held?
Maritime Security Forum 2026 will be held on: 29–30 October 2026 Patra Cirebon Hotel & Convention Cirebon, West Java, Indonesia.
4. Who should attend the forum?
The forum is intended for professionals whose responsibilities relate to maritime security, shipping, marine operations, HSSE, risk management, intelligence, crisis management, cyber security, port and terminal operations, law enforcement, government affairs, and corporate security.
Participants may include representatives from shipping companies, energy companies, port and terminal operators, government institutions, maritime authorities, security organizations, technology providers, academia, and professional associations.5. What topics will be discussed?
The forum will address a range of current and emerging maritime security issues, including: Changes in the global and regional maritime threat landscape; Geopolitical risks affecting shipping and maritime operations; Maritime security risk assessment and decision-making; Physical security of vessels, ports, terminals, and maritime facilities; Cyber and technology-related maritime security risks; Intelligence and situational awareness; Security governance and organizational resilience; Crisis preparedness and incident response; Security technology and innovation; Collaboration between industry, government, and security stakeholders; Lessons learned and emerging good practices in maritime security.
6. What can participants expect from the forum?
Participants can expect a combination of keynote presentations, expert sessions, panel discussions, practical case studies, and professional networking. The forum is designed not only to discuss threats, but also to explore how organizations can translate intelligence, risk assessments, governance, technology, and operational experience into better security decisions and stronger organizational resilience.
7. Who will speak at the forum?
Speakers will include senior practitioners and subject-matter experts from the maritime, security, energy, government, technology, and professional communities.
The detailed speaker lineup and session agenda will be communicated separately through the official Maritime Security Forum 2026 information channels.8. Will the forum focus only on physical maritime security?
No. Maritime security today extends beyond traditional physical protection. The forum will consider maritime security as an interconnected system involving physical security, cyber risk, intelligence, geopolitical developments, technology, human factors, organizational governance, crisis management, and operational resilience.
9. Is the forum relevant only for security professionals?
No. While security professionals are a key audience, maritime security increasingly requires cross-functional involvement. No. While security professionals are a key audience, maritime security increasingly requires cross-functional involvement. The forum is also relevant for executives and professionals working in shipping operations, HSSE, marine assurance, risk management, cyber security, business continuity, port operations, legal and compliance, intelligence, and corporate governance.
10. What is the expected outcome of the forum?
Maritime Security Forum 2026 aims to strengthen participants’ understanding of the evolving maritime security environment and provide practical insights that can be applied within their respective organizations. The forum also seeks to encourage stronger professional networks, cross-sector collaboration, knowledge sharing, and more resilient approaches to managing maritime security risks.
11. Will participants receive presentation materials?
Selected presentation materials may be made available to participants, subject to speaker approval, confidentiality considerations, copyright restrictions, and information-security requirements. Some materials presented during the forum may therefore not be distributed.
12. Will participants receive a certificate?
Information regarding certificates of participation will be communicated by the organizing committee as part of the participant information package.
13. What language will be used during the forum?
The forum may use both Bahasa Indonesia and English, depending on the speaker and session. Presentation materials may also be delivered in either language.
14. Is accommodation included?
Accommodation arrangements will follow the registration or invitation package applicable to each participant.
Participants are encouraged to refer to their official invitation or contact the organizing committee for confirmation regarding accommodation arrangements.15. Is transportation provided?
Transportation arrangements, if provided, will be communicated separately by the organizing committee. Participants are advised to review the logistical information distributed prior to the event.
16. What should participants wear?
The recommended dress code is business attire or smart business casual, unless otherwise stated in the official participant information. For any special activities requiring a different dress code, participants will be informed in advance.
17. What time should participants arrive?
Participants are encouraged to arrive sufficiently early to complete registration before the opening session. The detailed registration time, opening schedule, and daily agenda will be communicated in the final program.
18. Can participants share photographs or presentation content on social media?
Participants are welcome to share general forum activities unless a session, presentation, discussion, or material is specifically identified as confidential or restricted. Participants are expected to respect speaker confidentiality, organizational information-security requirements, and any restrictions communicated by the organizing committee.
19. Are networking opportunities available?
Yes. One of the objectives of Maritime Security Forum 2026 is to strengthen the maritime security professional community. Participants will have opportunities to exchange experiences, establish professional connections, and explore potential areas of collaboration with fellow practitioners, speakers, industry representatives, and other stakeholders.
20. How can I obtain further information?
For further information regarding registration, agenda, accommodation, transportation, participation, or other logistical matters, please contact the Maritime Security Forum 2026 Organizing Committee through the official contact channel provided in your invitation or registration information.
