Comprehensive statistical information presenting the condition of maritime economy in 2012 in comparison with previous years. Information characterising maritime economy in the context of national economy, statistical data on maritime economy entities, the employed, employment, wages and salaries, investment outlays, fixed assets and finances, load traffic, flow of passengers and ships in seaports, maritime and coastal transport fleet and transport by Polish maritime carriers, accidents and lifeboat rescue, ship production, sea fishing and fish processing, maritime training and education as well as the protection of maritime environment. Basic information about maritime economy in international context.