International Association of Maritime Universities

AGA27Iloilo City · Philippines · October 2027

HOSTJohn B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University
DESTINATIONIloilo City, Philippines
STATUSConference details TBA
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A new chapter

Maritime knowledge.
Global connection.

IAMU AGA27 brings maritime universities and industry partners together in Iloilo City. Official theme, exact dates and detailed programme will be announced by the host.

01 / HOST

JBLFMU

John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University welcomes the IAMU community to Iloilo.

02 / COMMUNITY

One maritime network

Research, education, innovation and professional exchange across the global maritime university community.

03 / ILOILO

City of heritage

A gateway to Western Visayas, with a strong maritime identity and a rich cultural landscape.

At a glance

AGA27, by the numbers

2027Conference year
OCTExpected month
ILOILOHost city
IAMUGlobal community
Programme

What to expect

The official schedule is coming soon. This preview shows the structure prepared for the conference portal.

DAY 01
Opening & keynote
Welcome, keynote addresses and IAMU community sessions
TBA
DAY 02
Research & education
Parallel academic sessions, panels and networking
TBA
DAY 03
Industry & innovation
Maritime technology, leadership and collaboration
TBA
DAY 04
Closing & cultural programme
Conclusions, handover and Iloilo experience
TBA
Research

Call for Papers

Submission guidelines, topics, templates and deadlines will be published by the organising committee.

SUBMISSION

Abstracts

Guidelines and submission portal — coming soon.

TOPICS

Research tracks

Maritime education, safety, sustainability, technology and future-ready seafarers.

DEADLINES

Key dates

Abstract, notification and final-paper dates will be announced.

Travel & accommodation

Welcome to Iloilo

A dedicated travel hub for IAMU delegates — including Philippine visa guidance, arrival information, accommodation and the journey to Iloilo.

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Passport
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Visa check
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Invitation
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Book stay
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eTravel
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Arrive
PHILIPPINES VISA GUIDE
Check your passport

Most IAMU member nationalities are eligible for visa-free short visits; special rules apply to selected nationalities. Conference participants requiring a visa should use the official Philippine process.

Visa information

Know before you fly.

This conference guide is organised around passport nationality, not the country where an IAMU university is located.

Important: Visa and entry rules can change. This page is a conference travel guide, not legal advice. Participants must verify requirements with the Philippine Embassy/Consulate and official Philippine immigration sources before travel. Use official eVisaPH and eTravel services only.
Join AGA27

Registration

Registration dates, fees and the participant portal will be published by the organising committee. No payment is requested on this preview site.

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Registration

Portal opening — to be announced.

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Accommodation

Official hotel information — to be announced.

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Invitation letters

Conference invitation workflow — to be announced.