The maritime transition is gaining momentum
SMM 2026 has all its drivers on board – join in
SMM - driving maritime transition.
 
Dear Maritime Professional,

Are you prepared for the biggest industry meeting of the year? SMM, the world’s leading maritime industry event, will open its gates from 1 – 4 September 2026 in Hamburg and is expecting around 50,000 participants from 120 nations to gain insights into the latest developments across all sectors and enjoy a week of outstanding networking.

With more than 2,000 exhibitors from all around the world, SMM serves as the ultimate platform for taking the pulse of the industry’s transition. Specific needs are covered in special areas like the MS&D Expo, the Energy Efficiency Hub, Start-Ups@SMM or the Maritime Career Market. Adding to the excitement on the show floor, the high-profile conferences will take place on five Transition Stages directly in the exhibition halls.

Scroll down to learn more – and plan your trip now to join the maritime community at its favourite event. We look forward to welcoming you in September to Hamburg.
 
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Your ticket for the total SMM experience
 
Your ticket for the total SMM experience
 
Benefit from unique extras as your SMM ticket includes:
  • access to SMM exhibition and conferences at Hamburg Messe und Congress
  • access to all about ports exhibition and conference at CCH – Congress Center Hamburg
  • access to LogiNext Germany conference and expo as part of all about ports
  • free public transport with hvv for travel to and from the venue
  • up to 10% discount on Lufthansa Group return tickets
  • exclusive rates at our hotel partner HotelMap
If you have an invitation code, you can easily redeem it online as well. Secure your place at the world’s leading maritime industry event and join professionals from across all sectors for a week of unparalleled business and networking.
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Special Areas: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity
 
SMM continues its successful concept of Special Areas, which addresses visitors’ need for a better overview. For exhibitors, placement in these areas means increased visibility at attractive conditions. Check whether you are eligible to apply for a stand and secure your space.
 
 
MS&D expo, hall B8
 
MS&D expo, hall B8
Covering 3,000 square metres, hall B8 is set to present a unique ecosystem of naval defence and maritime dual-use technology. International delegations from navies, coast guards, and procurement organisations will be present to meet suppliers from both the military and civil sectors. Different options are available depending on the type of exhibitor. Options include individual stand space, a joint stand with a complete stand package in the Naval Start-ups Area or the Dual-Use Tech Newcomer Zone.
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Start-up Areas, halls A3 and B6
 
Start-up Areas, halls A3 and B6
  SMM invites start-ups to showcase their solutions, generate high-quality leads, and compete for the coveted SMM Maritime Start-up Award, but also offers special conditions for booking a complete stand package in one of the shared spaces in the Start-up Areas.
Apply for your stand and grow your network