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SMM 2022 Opening

SMM, the leading international maritime trade fair, is back

After a four-year break from live exhibitions, the maritime community is meeting in Hamburg again from 6 to 9 September 2022. The opening press conference for the flagship fair gave a foretaste of the next four SMM days. Supply chain disruption, alternative propulsion technologies, e-fuels – political and business leaders discussed current challenges facing…

NGO vs. shipowners: Hand in hand for clean shipping?

gmec, the global maritime environmental congress, will open its doors to the general public for the first time. As part of the conference on 7 September there will be a public panel discussion that is open to everyone who has an interest in the topic. Environmental campaigners will debate with leaders of the maritime industry about climate protection in…

SMM 2022: Everything at a glance

The countdown is on: From 6 to 9 September 2022 the Who’s Who of the maritime sector will meet in Hamburg. For nearly 60 years SMM has been a magnet for shipowners, suppliers, shipyards and industry visitors from all around the world. Some thoughts on what makes the event so attractive, what innovations it will showcase, and what else the leading…

MARINE INTERIORS area @SMM: The cruise industry is back on course

After a global ban on cruises was imposed in April 2020, cruise ships around the world have now resumed operation – and the demand is strong. For the first time this year, the leaders of the passenger ship building sector will meet on European soil in the MARINE INTERIORS area @SMM from 6 to 9 September 2022. A broad spectrum of exhibitor stands will be…

SMM: Always One Brilliant Idea Ahead

Whether it is about digital or green innovations, SMM is the perfect stage. From 06 to 09 September 2022, it will be the meeting place for representatives of shipping companies, suppliers, shipyards and scientists to share views and ideas, expand their networks and do business. Again and again, the leading international maritime trade fair has reinvented…

Offshore Dialogue at SMM: More watts with fewer emissions

Rising sea levels, shrinking biodiversity, higher water temperatures: The oceans are suffering from climate change. Humanity must change its course rapidly. Many hopes are pinned on electricity generation on the water, which could propel the maritime energy transition, as well. At the Offshore Dialogue during SMM, experts will explore options for sustainable…

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Naval forces: Innovations for enhanced security

At the leading international maritime trade fair from 6 to 9 September 2022, numerous exhibitors will showcase technology innovations geared towards the needs of naval forces. In parallel with the exhibition, experts and high-ranking officials of international navies, the industry and international organisations will meet at the security conference MS&D to…

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