Dear Colleagues and Friends,

On behalf of the Organizing Committee, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 12th Annual World Congress of Ocean-2024 (WCO-2024), which will be held during November 12-14, 2024 in Singapore.

The congress is intended to provide a platform for professionals around the world to exchange state-of-the-art research and development and identify research needs and opportunities in the field of Ocean. WCO-2024 covers a wide range of topics related to Ocean Economy, Maritime Law, Ocean Engineering, Ocean Energy, Green Port, Shipping & Modern Shipbuilding, Marine Management and Environment Protection, Ocean Science, etc. The program highlights some recent breakthrough stories and successes in this field. Over the conference period, you will have opportunities to share information and the best face to face to practices business leaders, academic researchers and government agents around the world. It serves as a great opportunity to find global partners and build up research and business relations. The three-day conference is an effective series of activities such as Scientific Program, Exhibitions, Posters and Tours etc.

Based on the success of the previous conferences, we are strongly confident WCO-2024 will be a great success and meet our expectations.

I look forward to your participation, and wish everyone have an unforgettable stay in Singapore.

Sincerely yours,

Xiaodan Mei, Ph.D.
Executive Chair of WCO-2024