The XXI International Scientific and Technical Conference on “Problems of Water Transport” dedicated to the 103rd anniversary of the birth of National Leader Heydar Aliyev has been held at the Azerbaijan State Maritime Academy (ASMA) of ASCO.
The event began with a minute of silence in memory of Heydar Aliyev and the martyrs who gave their lives for the homeland, followed by the performance of the National Anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Afterwards, a video dedicated to the life and work of the National Leader was shown.
Acting Rector of ASMA, Eldar Gocayev, stated in his speech that the development of Azerbaijan’s maritime sector is closely linked to the name of Heydar Aliyev. He noted that during the National Leader’s leadership, significant steps were taken in developing maritime infrastructure, forming national human resources, and aligning maritime education with international standards.
Gocayev also emphasized the importance of international scientific and technical conferences in strengthening cooperation between science, education, and industry, as well as in expanding the practical application of scientific results and international experience exchange.
Later, Nizami Yusubov, Head of the “Mechanical Engineering Technology” Department at the Azerbaijan Technical University, Honored Engineer and Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor, spoke about the importance of scientific innovations and highly qualified personnel training in the development of modern water transport.
The conference brought together scientists and specialists from Azerbaijan, Türkiye, the United States, Russia, and Ukraine. Presentations covered shipbuilding, maritime engineering, water transport operation, natural sciences, law, and humanitarian fields.
