Trade Mission SMM Hamburg 2026
Are you a startup or scale-up developing solutions for the future of ports, shipping, logistics or maritime technology?
Join the Trade Mission SMM Hamburg 2026, taking place from 31 August to 2 September 2026 in Hamburg, Germany. This three-day trade mission is jointly organised by InnovationQuarter, Rotterdam Partners, the City of Rotterdam, Rotterdam Maritime Capital of Europe and DronePort Rotterdam. It connects innovative companies from the Rotterdam region and Province of Zuid-Holland to Hamburg’s maritime ecosystem and one of the world’s leading maritime industry events: SMM Hamburg 2026.
The mission is designed for companies working on maritime technology, smart logistics, autonomous and uncrewed systems, safety and security, energy transition, data, AI, sensors, connectivity and other enabling technologies for the Port Cities of the Future. The goal is clear: helping companies turn promising solutions into international partnerships, market access and scalable maritime applications.
You can find more information here, and register via the button below until May 26th.
SMM is the world’s leading maritime industry event, held biennially at Hamburg Messe. The 2026 edition takes place from 1 to 4 September and is expected to welcome over 2,200 exhibitors and around 50,000 international attendees from 120 nations. SMM provides a platform for innovation in shipbuilding, marine engineering, offshore systems and digital technologies, as well as opportunities to engage in career development and global maritime discussions. New for 2026 is a dedicated conference and exhibition spotlighting the transformation of port operations towards climate-neutral and resilient models.
Why participate?
1. Explore a leading maritime market
Gain insight into Hamburg’s maritime ecosystem and discover where your solution fits within the German and international maritime market.
2. Connect with relevant decision-makers
Meet potential customers, corporates, investors, public organisations and innovation partners active in ports, shipping and maritime technology.
3. Strengthen your international proposition
Position your company around the strategic priorities shaping the maritime sector: digitalisation, sustainability, resilience, safety, security and operational efficiency.
4. Move from visibility to opportunity
Use SMM Hamburg 2026 and the Hamburg ecosystem to move beyond networking and identify concrete routes towards pilots, partnerships, customers and growth.
Program highlights & practical information
- Monday 31 August – Mare Forum Germany: international maritime dialogue, market insights and networking with relevant industry, finance and policy stakeholders
- Tuesday 1 September – Innovation Day: Port Cities of the Future: meet Hamburg-based partners and explore how port innovation, digitalisation, autonomous systems and sustainable maritime solutions move from pilots to scalable application
- Wednesday 2 September – SMM Hamburg & closing dinner: visit SMM Hamburg for business development, networking and market orientation, followed by a closing dinner to exchange insights and define follow-up opportunities
Programme subject to change. Participation fee: €650 excl. VAT per organisation for a maximum of two company representatives. Travel, accommodation and the SMM Hamburg entry ticket are not included.
Questions?
Don’t hesitate to contact us.
