International decision-makers from the industry, politics, science and numerous international organisations gather at SMM to discuss matters of critical importance for the future, promote technological solutions, and build strategic partnerships – whether at the conferences, the exhibition stands or the curated networking opportunities. The acceptance of the event patronage by Chancellor Friedrich Merz underlines the political, economic and societal relevance of SMM 2026.   Read more: here

A key pan-European conference which focuses on short sea / feeder shipping & sustainable logistics. View the event website here.