Discussing European Maritime Day 2015 with M. Yannis Moralis, Mayor of Piraeus
Commissioner Damanaki has met today with M. Yannis Moralis, the Mayor of Piraeus, in the framework of her mission to Greece. Among other topics of mutual interest, the discussions focused on the joint organisation of the European Maritime Day (EMD) in the city of Piraeus in May 2015.
Officially created on 20 May 2008, the EMD is celebrated annually across Europe to raise the visibility of maritime sectors and support an integrated approach to maritime affairs. This event welcomes Europe's growing maritime community, with industry professionals from across the EU joining policymaker to discuss, debate and exchange best practises. Participants come from ports, shipping industries, clusters, environmental associations, trade unions, scientific and research institutions, education, and local, regional, national and European authorities, amongst others.
