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Day of the Seafarer

The Day of the Seafarer on 25 June recognises the contribution seafarers make to world trade and the global economy.

  • UK
  • USA
  • Ireland (not marked)
  • Canada (not marked)
  • Australia (not marked)
  • New Zealand (not marked)
  • International
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2010

About the day

The International Maritime Organization set up the day in 2010 at a diplomatic conference in Manila. It asks governments, shipping bodies and companies to mark the day and recognise seafarers' work.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
2027Friday 25 June 2027UK, USA, InternationalSame date every year
2028Sunday 25 June 2028UK, USA, InternationalSame date every year
2029Monday 25 June 2029UK, USA, InternationalSame date every year

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