The World Aquaculture Society (WAS) and the Steering Committee of World Aquaculture China 2025 (WA2025) announced that China will host the WA2025 event from April 24 to 27, 2025, at the Qingdao International Convention Center, in Qingdao City, China. This marks the return of WA2025 to China since its successful debut in 2002.

The event is organized by WAS and the Yellow Sea Fisheries Research Institute (YSFRI) CAFS, hosted by the China Society of Fisheries (CFS), with support from the National Fisheries Technology Extension Centre (NFTEC), the Chinese Academy of Fisheries Sciences (CAFS), and the State Key Laboratory of Mariculture Biobreeding and Sustainable Goods (BRESG).

Qingdao, located in the east of Shandong Province and an international port city known for its significant contributions to marine science, will serve as the venue. It is a major center for marine research and education, with a strong marine economy and a rich cultural heritage. It has been awarded as one of the “Most Ecologically Competitive Cities” in China. The Qingdao International Convention Centre is the largest exhibition venue in Shandong Province.

WA2025 invites all aquaculture experts from organizations, institutes, companies, and universities to participate in this three-day international conference and exhibition. Attendees will engage in specialized sessions, explore the latest industry products and services, network with peers, and form valuable partnerships. The conference theme, Aquaculture Transformation: Action Towards High Quality and Food Security, will be explored through keynote presentations, panel discussions, interactive sessions, and an exhibition showcasing industry advancements.

Abstract submissions are due by January 31, 2025. For more details on participation, sponsorship or exhibiting, visit www.was.org or email apcsec@was.org. For conference management inquiries, contact John Cooksey at worldaqua@was.org and Mario Stael, mario@marevent.com, for booth and sponsorship details.