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International conference “all about ports” launches ticket sales – programme confirmed

As an international conference accompanied by an exhibition, all about ports will address key future topics in port logistics om 2 and 3 September at the CCH – Congress Center Hamburg – alongside SMM, the world’s leading maritime trade fair. The conference programme has been finalised and ticket sales have begun.

View through the Japan Pavilion in an exhibition hall, showing a central blue carpet leading past maritime industry booths. Overhead banners with wave patterns and the text “Japan Pavilion” hang from the ceiling.

Asia strengthens its role at SMM 2026

Growing cooperation between Europe and Asia drives participation at the world’s leading maritime industry event

„Außenbereich der Hamburg Messe mit SMM‑Skulpturen vor dem Messe‑Eingang.“

SMM 2026: Platform And Pace Setter For The Maritime Transformation

Save the Date: 1-4 SEPTEMBER 2026 | HAMBURG

 

With several months to go until the trade fair opens, demand is soaring and exhibitor spaces at the four-day event are nearly fully booked. Visitor tickets can now be purchased. “We are expecting over 2,200 exhibitors and around 50,000 international attendees from 120 nations here in Hamburg from 1 to 4…

Fünf Personen sitzen auf einer Bühne in einer Podiumsdiskussion. Sie sitzen in einer Reihe auf Stühlen, sprechen miteinander und halten Unterlagen in den Händen. Im Hintergrund sind Sponsorenlogos und eine Leinwand zu sehen.

RECHARGE Wind Power Summit 2026 Asia-Pacific powered by WindEnergy Hamburg sets new standards with first-rate conference programme and market-leading exhibitors

The Asia-Pacific region (APAC) is emerging as a hot spot for wind energy: “Markets such as Vietnam, Australia, South Korea and the Philippines are boosting their wind power capacity to drive industrial growth, urbanisation and electrification. By 2030, the APAC markets outside China are predicted to account for around twelve per cent of new wind energy…

Große Messehalle mit vielen Menschen, die an dicht gefüllten Verkaufsständen vorbeigehen. Auf den Tischen liegen zahlreiche Spiele, Sammelkarten, Figuren und Merchandise-Artikel. Im Hintergrund sind weitere Bereiche der Veranstaltung mit Schildern wie ‚Retro Area‘, ‚Cybedrome‘ und ‚Indie Area‘ zu sehen. Die Halle ist hell ausgeleuchtet und stark besucht.

Ticket sale starts now: 5 years of POLARIS Convention, Hamburg's "home of the community" celebrates anniversary with a spectacular event

From October 9th to 11th, the Hamburg exhibition halls will transform into the ultimate hotspot for gaming, cosplay, and Asian pop culture. The POLARIS Convention is celebrating its 5th anniversary and is poised to break all previous records: Organizers expect around 55,000 attendees, making Hamburg the vibrant heart of the creator scene for three days.…

Eine Frau präsentiert auf einer Messe eine große digitale Anzeige zum Thema Geothermie. Sie zeigt auf ein Diagramm, während mehrere Personen aufmerksam zuhören.

Lower CO₂ Emissions, Higher Energy Efficiency: GET NORD Presents Solutions for Decarbonizing the Building Sector

The building sector plays a central role in achieving Germany’s climate targets. With a share of around 30 percent of CO₂ emissions, it offers significant potential for sustainable transformation. From 19 to 21 November 2026, GET NORD will showcase innovative heating solutions that reduce CO₂ emissions and increase energy efficiency in buildings. As the…

Konferenzraum mit Publikum; auf einer Bühne sitzen mehrere Personen in einer Podiumsrunde, während eine Person am Rednerpult spricht. Im Hintergrund ist eine große Leinwand mit Präsentationsfolien zu sehen.

MS&D Conference 2026 announces first topics and keynote speakers

Vice Admiral Carsten Stawitzki and Vice Admiral Axel Deertz confirmed as keynote speakers

 

The Maritime Security & Defence Conference (MS&D) 2026 provides initial insights into its conference programme and confirms two high-level keynote speakers: Vice Admiral Carsten Stawitzki, Germany’s National Armaments Director, and Vice Admiral Axel Deertz, Deputy…

Eine Straßenansicht vor einem Messeeingang mit mehreren vorbeifahrenden Autos. Am Gebäude hängen rote und weiße Fahnen mit Marken- und Messebeschriftung, im Hintergrund steht ein hoher Turm.

INTERNORGA 2026 continues to grow and remains the driving force behind the industry

From 13 to 17 March in Hamburg, INTERNORGA 2026 impressively demonstrated just how dynamically the hospitality and foodservice industry is currently developing. Despite the continuing challenges facing the restaurant and hotel sectors – driven by cost pressures, a shortage of skilled workers and the pace of digitalisation – the mood among participants was…

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