We are pleased to announce that the UNESCO Chairholder of Anthropology of Traditional Music, Professor Pavlos Kavouras, attended the prestigious Posidonia 2024 International Shipping Exhibition. This event, renowned as one of the major calendar events of the shipping industry, took place from June 3 to 7, 2024, in Athens, Greece.

• Posidonia 2024
• Dates: 3-7 JUNE
• Exhibition Centre: Metropolitan Expo
• Location: Athens International Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos”

Fostering Interdisciplinary Collaborations:

Professor Kavouras’s presence facilitated discussions on potential interdisciplinary collaborations between the fields of anthropology, cultural studies, and maritime industry professionals. These collaborations can lead to innovative approaches in both preserving cultural heritage and advancing the maritime sector.

The UNESCO Chairholder’s participation in Posidonia 2024 underlines the importance of integrating cultural heritage into diverse sectors, including shipping. It highlights the potential for interdisciplinary collaborations that can enrich both the cultural and economic landscapes.