SMM

13/09/2024

It’s this time of year already, isn’t it? 🕰 The time of reviews and moving picture recaps. Or to say it in the words of this year’s main sponsor: “SMM Hamburg might be over, but the memories will last a lifetime!”

🍧 Thanks DNV - Maritime, for providing us with your special wrap-up video featuring Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen and some of his favorite SMM-moments.

We would love to get to know yours in the comments below, if you like ⁉

📸 And please stay tuned for more impressions of over the next couple of weeks – some are just too good not to be shared…

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06/09/2024

📢 Day 4: The grand finale awaits!
They say the best is saved for last. On this final day of , we have a line-up packed with top speakers, crucial topics, and excellent networking opportunities. Here’s what’s happening today:

🎓 Day 2 of the Maritime Career Market and Career Forum In response to high demand for talent, the Maritime Career Market continues today with extensive sessions and a pupils' rally to introduce the next generation to the maritime industry.
🔹 When: 10:25 – 14:10
🔹 Where: Hall B2, Upper Floor / Career Forum on the Open Stage, Hall B2

🛡️ Day 2 of MS&D – International Conference on Maritime Security and Defence Join us for more insightful panels on naval and maritime security, featuring experts discussing asymmetrical warfare and security challenges in the Indo-Pacific.
🔹 When: 10:30 – 13:15
🔹 Where: Digital & Security Stage, Hall B6

👩‍💼 Women in Maritime: Full-Day Workshop and Networking Event Empowering women in the maritime industry! Join us for workshops and networking sessions designed to boost your career.
🔹 When: 08:30 Registration, 09:00 – 19:00 Workshop and Networking Session
🔹 Where: Conference Room Osaka, Hall A4, 2nd Floor

Let’s make the most of this final day! We wish you a successful wrap-up to SMM 2024, filled with valuable connections and insights.

Hamburg Messe und Congress

05/09/2024

How old is the SMM? 🧓 To be honest: younger than people might think!

In addition to all the panels, talks and innovations, today offered a forum especially for young talents. To be more precise: it offered a marketplace - the Maritime Career Market! 📈 Taking place across two days for the first time and offering comprehensive information on career prospects in the maritime transition.

Speaking of - the Transition Stages with their free admission for all visitors certainly fueled the continuing buzz in our exhibiton halls. And the two-day MS&D conference on maritime security and defence sure did attract particular attention. 🛡

Have we mentioned the Offshore Dialogue yet? Or the very first "AI for the Oceans Award"? 🤖 Even on Day 3, there was so much we could go on and on about... But, well, just see for yourself in our Daily Recap!

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05/09/2024

📢 Day 3: More highlights ahead!

Today at , we’re diving deep into maritime security, defence, sustainability, AI, and much more. Here’s what’s on the agenda:

🛡️ MS&D – International Conference on Maritime Security and Defence: Under the theme ‘Challenges of Transition in the Naval and Maritime Domain’, get insights from naval experts, industry leaders, and top researchers.
🔹 When: 10:30 – 16:30
🔹 Where: Digital & Security Stage, Hall B6

🌊 Offshore Dialogue: Discuss sustainable solutions for energy supply and offshore resilience with leading experts.
🔹 When: 10:50 – 12:00 and 14:00 – 15:00
🔹 Where: Open Stage, Hall B2

🎓 Maritime Career Market and Career Forum: Explore career prospects in the maritime industry with extended sessions and networking opportunities. Don’t miss the Career Happy Hour to connect with industry leaders.
🔹 When: 12:30 – 19:30
🔹 Where: Hall B2, Upper Floor / Career Forum on the Open Stage, Hall B2

💡 Pooled expertise at the Special Areas: Visit our special areas to see the latest in future fuels, maritime interiors, AI technology, and career opportunities.

🍷 Wine o’clock & Career Happy Hour from 17:30: Network over free drinks, snacks, and music. Plus, join our special Career Happy Hour for relaxed professional networking.
🔹 Wine o’clock: 17:30 – 19:00 at Transition Stages, Halls A4, B5, and B6
🔹 Career Happy Hour: 17:30 – 19:30 at Open Stage, Hall B2

What's your plan for today?

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04/09/2024

📢 Day 2: Today’s Green Focus!

With today's events being all about sustainability and green innovation, there’ll be a great, postive atmosphere filling our halls. Here’s what’s on:

🌍 gmec – Global Maritime Environmental Congress
Discuss decarbonisation, financing strategies, fleet efficiency, and more with top experts.
🔹 When: 10:15 – 15:30
🔹 Where: Green Stage, hall A4

💡 Maritime Future Summit
Explore AI's role in maritime transition and future technologies under the motto ‘Smart is green’.
🔹 When: 10:30 – 15:50
🔹 Where: Digital & Security Stage, hall B6

📍 Theme Routes
Explore six themed routes tailored to your interests, from green innovations to meeting start-ups. Check out the routes in our online exhibitor directory and the SMM Networking Platform App.

🤝 Pre-arranged B2B Meetings: MariMatch
Final day to connect with potential business or academic partners in 20-minute sessions.
🔹 When: 10:30 – 17:00
🔹 Where: Hall B2, upper floor

🍷 Wine o’clock
Relax with free drinks, snacks, and music after a day of insights and discussions.
🔹 When: 17:30 – 19:00
🔹 Where: Transition Stages, halls A4, B2, B5, and B6

We wish you a successful day at SMM 2024!

Hamburg Messe und Congress

03/09/2024

What a fantastic day to start the SMM week! ☀ Today we were already able to gain our first impressions of the main topics that will drive this year's event.

The opening press conference of the world's leading trade fair for the maritime industry gave a foretaste of the coming days. With political and business leaders discussing current challenges and opportunities facing the industry. 💬 The overarching topics? Ranging from digitalisation to the decarbonisation of the shipping sector. 🚢

But what we are most excited about is the hustle and bustle in the halls - the dialogue between real experts and key players in the industry, the positive atmosphere and the happy faces. Just have a look for yourself - in our Daily Recap: Day 1! 😀

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03/09/2024

📢 Day 1: Let's get started!
Get ready for a day packed with insights and networking opportunities! Here’s what’s happening today at :

🎤 Live on the Transition Stages
Dive into key maritime topics across four stages:
🔹Green Stage, hall A4: Alternative propulsion, environmental tech, sustainability
🔹Open Stage, hall B2: Diverse topics across maritime sectors
🔹Cruise & Ferry Stage, hall B5: Interior design, equipment, technology for passenger ships
🔹Digital & Security Stage, hall B6: Automation, digitalisation, data management
🔹Wine o’clock, from 17:30: Wrap up the day with drinks, snacks, and music!

🤝 Pre-arranged B2B Meetings: MariMatch
Looking for partners in business or academia? Pre-arranged 20-minute B2B meetings are happening today and tomorrow.
🔹When: 10:30 – 17:00
🔹Where: Hall B2, upper floor

What's your plan for today?

Messe und Congress

02/09/2024

📢 3️⃣ 2️⃣ 1️⃣… From now on, we officially count in hours instead of weeks!

Tomorrow at xx a.m., SMM opens its doors again, and we are excited to welcome you to Hamburg once more!

Don't miss out on the full experience – check out the extensive programme and explore all your networking opportunities via our app: https://www.smm-hamburg.com/exhibit-visit/app/!

🙌 What are you most looking forward to?

Hamburg Messe und Congress

02/09/2024

🌟 We’re honored to welcome NVL B.V. & Co. KG as sponsor of the Maritime Security & Defence (MS&D) conference!

NVL is a leader in shipbuilding, offering naval solutions and comprehensive services to the German Navy and navies worldwide. The privately owned, independent shipyard group from northern Germany is playing a pivotal role at this year’s SMM – by driving the Maritime Security & Defence (MS&D) conference, where critical conversations about the future of naval technology, cybersecurity, and defense strategies will take place.

🚢 Why is NVL's sponsorship significant?

NVL sponsors the MS&D Conference stage, creating a platform for key discussions on maritime security and defense. By enabling expert talks, keynotes, and presentations, NVL facilitates valuable perspectives and exchanges on critical topics like geopolitical tensions, infrastructure protection, and emerging technologies. Their support ensures that these important conversations can take place, helping to shape the future of the maritime sector.

🔗 Learn more about NVL’s role at the MS&D conference: https://www.smm-hamburg.com/conferences/msd

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The international conference on maritime security and defence offers a variety of opportunities for civil and military collaboration.

02/09/2024

🚢 Exciting news for

The Eems Traveller, owned by Amasus, has made a landmark arrival at the Port of Hamburg. This vessel is making history as the FIRST general cargo ship with wind-assisted propulsion to feature at SMM! 🌬️

With its two 17-meter-high eSAILs® installed by bound4blue, the Eems Traveller exemplifies innovation in sustainable shipping.

David Ferrer Desclaux, co-founder and CTO at bound4blue, remarks: “We’re indebted to Amasus and the sustainability focus of the Port of Hamburg for the opportunity to showcase the power of wind with more than just words - giving the industry a chance to experience the technology and learn about its transformative effect. We can’t think of a better time to push wind power up the shipping agenda.”

During SMM you will have the unique opportunity to explore the Eems Traveller firsthand, where bound4blue will present the impressive real-world efficiency of these suction sails! 🙌

Hamburg Messe und Congress

02/09/2024

Hey ho, let's go! 🚤
Only a few more hours until the SMM 2024 actually kicks off. Isn't it about time! Claus Ulrich Selbach and Christoph Lücke have a few final thoughts before the Hamburg Messe finally opens its doors to exhibitors, visitors and all those interested in the maritime industry. And what can we say - we're looking forward to it! 🎉

To 2000 exhibitors and 40,000 participants from over 100 nations. To 80 international speakers in five dedicated conferences. To 22 national pavilions as well as 27 delegations from politics, business and international navies. And much, much more!

Only one question remains: Should we really follow Christoph's idea?🤔

See you later in Hamburg! 👋

Hamburg Messe und Congress

01/09/2024

Welcome to Hamburg, INTERTANKO! 🚢⚓️

While the European Panel takes place in Hamburg alongside SMM, INTERTANKO will also feature prominently at the fair. Join them for the session “Biosecurity - Tanker Owners' Insight on International and Regional Requirements”:

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The discussion will address how the shipping industry is navigating the evolving landscape of biosecurity and environmental regulations. With governments imposing new requirements, this panel will explore how shipping adapts to these changes, harmonises competing regulations, and continues to deliver safe and efficient services.

📣Be sure to catch INTERTANKO’s perspectives on these critical issues on 5th September at 11:40 am on the Green Stage in Hall A4.

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