SMM Hamburg 2026

Dive deep into the future of shipping at SMM Hamburg 2026

The international maritime event is all set to take place in the second-largest port city of Germany. The most influential key figures of this industry are coming together to shape the future of the shipping and marine industry in Hamburg from 1st September to 4th September 2026. 

SMM Hamburg is held biannually, inviting all the prominent leaders, decision makers, marine engineers, and professionals of the maritime industry to discuss solutions for the current obstacles that people in this industry are facing, particularly shipbuilding and logistics.  

The exhibition includes many events and conferences to attract more exhibitors and attendees, and the exhibitors showcase their brands, products, and services to attract clients from all over the world, expanding the business to international markets.

What SMM Hamburg 2026 Has to Offer: Key Insights

SMM is the central meeting point for all the influential leaders of this industry to meet each other, exchange ideas, and derive solutions to any obstacles that the companies face. Experts and Engineers gather together to shape the future of the maritime industry, to innovate and introduce new era digital advancements, 

With more than 2,200 exhibitors and around 50,000 attendees expected this year, SMM Hamburg is going to be a key trade fair for networking and matchmaking.

Why visit SMM Hamburg:

• Networking – Connect with professionals, industry giants, decision-makers, innovators, and Engineers from all around the world to exchange ideas, build business partnerships, and explore opportunities for expanding business to a global level.

• Knowledge Hub – SMM Hamburg serves as an international platform to acquire learning about new technology & advancements in the marine field. By attending conferences, Panel discussions, and workshops, all led by professional and marine experts.

• Innovations Showcase – Discover cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the future of this industry, including the introduction of AI, digitalisation, alternative fuels, for sustainability and clean energy, and smart ships, along with improved navigation systems, and modern techniques in shipbuilding with lower costs.

• Sustainability – This is the need of the time, with overuse of fossil fuels and an increase in CO2 and chemicals in the air, which has caused immense damage to our planet, so the companies are shifting to more environmentally friendly fuels like Hydrogen, methanol, ammonia, and biodiesel for low and zero emissions. This will be the second most important topic of SMM Hamburg 2020.

• Global audience- With over 50,000 visitors expected to attend the trade fair this year from all around the globe, exhibitors can attract international customers by setting up an ideal exhibition stand, showcasing their brand through the exhibition booth. 

• Events – Moreover, exhibitors can attract more clients by participating in discussion panels, talk shows, and workshops. 

Take your brand to the world with Stand Builders GmbH

At SMM Hamburg 2026, as a brand owner and an exhibitor, this is a perfect opportunity to expand it to an international audience, with over 50,000 people visiting. You need to make sure your exhibition stand envisions your brand and the products you are showcasing 

Stand Builders GmbH is an exhibition stand contractor in Hamburg. Internationally renowned exhibition stands builders, we have been working and facilitating exhibitors for 15+ years to leave a mark in the exhibition with an eye-catching and aesthetically pleasing exhibition stand.

At Stand Builders GmbH, we have a team of professional designers, builders, project managers, and architects who work closely with customers, providing end-to-end service. We also offer dismantling service so that the exhibitors don’t have to worry about a single thing about the exhibition stall, and only focus on client interaction and expanding networks with fellow exhibitors.

Connect with Stand Builders to build your exclusive Exhibition stand at SMM Hamburg 2026.