Velocity of the Blue Economy

Explore the rapidly expanding blue economy in this 49-minute conference talk from the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026. Discover how ocean-based economic activities are becoming one of the world's most powerful engines for sustainable growth, projected to reach over $3 trillion annually by 2030. Learn about the transformative impact of the blue economy across multiple sectors, from tourism and renewable energy to its role as a potential enabler of global trade. Examine how the ocean's ever-increasing importance to economies and people is reshaping global economic landscapes. Gain insights from expert speakers including Sakti Wahyu Trenggono, Meenakshi (Meena) Wadhwa, Boudewijn Siemons, Apostolos Tzitzikostas, and David Gelles as they discuss the velocity and trajectory of this emerging economic sector. Understand the fundamental principles driving trust in the blue economy, including transparency, consistency, and accountability, while exploring how public-private cooperation can shape sustainable ocean-based economic development for the future.