The SMM is the world's leading trade fair for the maritime economy and is held every two years in the beautiful port of Hamburg at the Hamburg Messe und Congress (HMC) site. From September 6 to 9, 2022, it will bring together the maritime community in Hamburg under the slogan "Driving the maritime transition". To mark the 30th anniversary, a host of special industry-focussed events will make this year's SMM better than ever.
Discover what drives the maritime world
The SMM (Shipbuilding, Machinery and Marine Technology trade fair) is widely regarded as the best platform for showcasing the most recent technological developments in the critical areas of the maritime sector and invites guests to benefit from world-class networking opportunities. Forge new contacts on the exhibition floor. Interact with eminent thought-leaders at conferences and deep-dive into start-ups. And, of course, have fun on enjoyable occasions, such as the relaxed "wine o'clock" format between 17:00 and 19:00 hours, or one of many related networking events.
Why go to the SMM?
This event is for you if you work in the maritime sector and are interested in engaging with international experts as they debate current challenges and innovative solutions. The SMM is undoubtedly highly significant - the figures speak for themselves: did you know that 97% of visitors view SMM as the most important maritime industry fair for their company or enterprise? At the 30th anniversary event, over 40,000 visitors from more than 100 countries are expected to visit approximately 2,000 exhibitors across all sectors. On no less than 90,000 m² in 11 halls, you will experience the maritime industry's future.
The 30th SMM is divided into pathways to easily enable guests to find their area of interest. Follow the Digital Route, the Green Route, the Security and Defense Route, or choose from all three. The Exhibitors Programme features unmissable high-profile conferences, such as the Maritime Future Summit. Meanwhile, the TradeWinds Shipowners Forum offers a world-class interactive discussion setup. The agenda of this event usually focuses on the most concerning economic issues.
Book your tickets to the 30th SMM
The SMM is located in the international port city of Hamburg, Germany, rapidly emerging as an innovative hub in the meetings and events industry, thanks to a deliberate amalgamation of intelligent urban infrastructure, technologically advanced clusters of industry, and access to some of the most sophisticated transport and communications strategies in the world.
Join industry colleagues and experts from around the globe to gain valuable insights into the maritime industry's future, particularly regarding sustainability and energy transition.
