Merchant shipping plays an essential role in the global transport of goods, passengers and raw materials. Trade shows dedicated to this sector are crucial opportunities for industry players. These events provide an opportunity to discover the latest innovations, establish partnerships and keep abreast of regulatory and technological developments. Here is a selection of the most important upcoming trade shows for shipping professionals.
Mauritius Maritime Week 2025
Dates : 21-23 January 2025
Location : The Ravenala Attitude, Port Louis, Maurice
Description : This exhibition focuses on ports, maritime logistics and business opportunities in the Indian Ocean. It brings together professionals from the port and maritime sectors for discussions on emerging trends and technologies.
Maritime Reconnaissance and Surveillance Technology 2025
Dates : 27-28 January 2025
Location : Hilton London Kensington, London, United Kingdom
Description : An event focusing on maritime surveillance technologies, with a particular emphasis on innovations in the fields of security, coastal surveillance and space technologies. Experts from the navy and industry will present their visions and advances.
Breakbulk Middle East 2025
Dates : 10-11 February 2025
Location : Dubaï, UAE
Focus : Transporting heavy, outsize loads.
Description : This exhibition is a meeting point for specialists in the maritime transport of exceptional freight. Workshops and conferences explore supply chain management
Target audience: Logistics suppliers, ocean carriers, freight experts.
Sea Asia
Dates : 25-27 Mars 2025
Location: Singapore
Focus : Connecting Asian markets with the global maritime sector.
Description : Sea Asia attracts a global audience and highlights opportunities in the Asia-Pacific region. Exhibits include digital solutions and automation technologies for ships.
Target audience: Shipowners, terminal managers, logistics suppliers.
Asia Pacific Maritime
Dates : 25 - 27 Mars 2026 (rien en 2025)
Location: Singapore
Focus : Shipbuilding and digital technologies.
Description : This platform connects Asian shipbuilders and technology suppliers with international partners. Conferences include case studies on digital transformation in shipping.
Target audience: fleet managers, innovative companies, researchers.
Intermodal South America 2025
Dates : 22-24 April 2025
Location: São Paulo, Brasil
Focus : Logistics solutions, maritime transport in Latin America.
Description : This show is the main platform for exchanges between Latin America and the rest of the world, with a strong presence of maritime players.
Target audience: port managers, maritime equipment suppliers, shipowners.
Net Zero Maritime 2025 Conference
Dates : 23-24 April 2025
Location: Gothenburg, Sweden
Focus: Maritime decarbonisation and compliance with IMO standards
Sea Japan 2026
Dates : April 2026 (rien en 2025)
Location: Tokyo, Japon
Focus : Latest trends in shipbuilding and marine equipment Shipping Expo & Conference
Dates: 28-30 April 2025
Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East 2025
Dates : 6 au 8 May 2025
Location : Dubaï, UAE
Description : Bringing together professionals from the maritime and logistics sectors, this event covers ports, shipping and maritime energy supply solutions.
Asia New-Energy & Intelligent Boats Expo (NIBE) 2025
Dates : 10-12 May 2025
Location: Guangzhou, Chine
Description : With its focus on innovations in electric, hybrid and autonomous boats, this show is particularly relevant to those interested in new sustainable maritime technologies.
Maritime Industry 2025
Dates : 20 - 22 May 2025
Location: Evenementenhal Gorinchem, Holland
Description: Maritime Industry is a must-attend event for professionals from the inland shipping and European maritime industries. It brings together a wide range of exhibitors covering naval technologies, boat building and maintenance, port equipment, and logistics and ecological solutions.
Transport Logistic
Dates : 2-5 June 2025
Location: Munchen, Germany
Focus : Global logistics and maritime transportation
Description : Although covering several sectors, Transport Logistic includes segments dedicated to maritime logistics chains and innovations for container transport.
Target audience: port managers, logisticians, supply chain experts.
Nor-Shipping
Dates : 2-6 June 2025
Location: Oslo, Norway
Focus : Maritime innovation and sustainability.
Description :Nor-Shipping is recognised for its role in promoting green solutions for the maritime industry. It highlights innovations in cybersecurity, autonomous systems and fleet management.
Target audience: Entrepreneurs, maritime start-ups, investors.
Seawork 2025
Dates : 10-12 June 2025
Location: Southampton, UK
Description: One of the leading exhibitions for workboats, marine equipment and associated technologies. This event attracts professionals from the shipbuilding, port maintenance and maritime innovation sectors.
Field: Workboats, offshore solutions, propulsion technologies.
DSEI 2025 (Defence and Security Equipment International)
Dates : 9-12 September 2025
Location: ExCeL, London, UK
Description: Although focused on defence, this event includes an important maritime section, highlighting naval technologies, innovations for safety at sea, and maritime logistics.
Field: Naval military technology, maritime safety, shipbuilding innovations.
SMM Hambourg
Date : 1-4 september 2026 (nothing in 2025)
Location: Hamburg, Germany
Description: A must-attend event for the global maritime industry, showcasing technological and environmental solutions.
Domain: Naval engineering, alternative fuels and sustainability
KORMARINE International Maritime & Energy Exhibition
Dates : 21-24 October 2025
Location: Busan, South Korea
Focus: Energy technologies and innovations in shipbuilding
Indo Pacific 2025 (International Maritime Exposition)
Dates : 4-6 novembre 2025
Location: Sydney, Australia
Description: This event is dedicated to the maritime and defence industry in the Indo-Pacific region. It attracts key players in the naval sector to present technological innovations and discuss geopolitical and logistical issues.
Field: Naval technology, port logistics, international cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.
Europort 2025
Dates: 4-7 November 2025
Location: Rotterdam, Hollan
Description: One of the leading events for advanced maritime technologies, showcasing complex vessels and innovation. Over 1,000 exhibitors and visitors from 100 countries attend each year.
Field: All categories of merchant ships, technological innovations and sustainability
Marintec Innovation 2025
Dates : 2-5 December 2025
Location: Shanghai, China
Focus : Shipbuilding, maritime logistics, decarbonisation.
Description: This event highlights the latest technological advances in Asia, with a particular focus on sustainable development initiatives and new propulsion technologies.
Target audience: Fleet managers, research institutes, manufacturers.
Why Attend These Shipping Trade Shows?
These events are not just exhibitions. They offer unique opportunities to:
Discover Innovations: Explore new technologies like autonomous vessels or sustainable propulsion systems.
Network: Meet potential partners and strengthen existing business relationships.
Stay Informed: Attend conferences and panel discussions on current challenges, such as environmental regulations and investment opportunities.
Preparing for These Shipping Trade Shows:
Register Early: Take advantage of discounts and plan your meetings in advance.
Prepare an Attractive Booth: If you’re an exhibitor, highlight your innovations to stand out.
Participate in Networking Sessions: Maximize your opportunities by engaging with other industry professionals.
With such a rich calendar, every player in the maritime industry can find events tailored to their objectives. For further information or advice on any of these trade shows, feel free to reach out to us.