SMM Hamburg

1 - 4 Sep 2026

The world-leading biannual trade show for the international commercial marine industry.

SMM - The leading international maritime trade fair

1 – 4 September 2026

The 31st edition of SMM was everything we hoped for. It offered 2,200 exhibitors from all technology areas in the maritime industry, such as shipbuilding, machinery and marine technology, and more than 48,000 visitors from over 100 nations, the opportunity to meet in person in Hamburg to discuss complex challenges, to present groundbreaking innovations and last but not least, to do business.

Key Information

SMM Hamburg 2026

About
World-leading biannual trade show for the international commercial marine industry.
Opening Times
Tue 1st - Thu 3rd Sep 2026: 10:00 - 18:00
Fri 4th Sep 2026: 10:00 - 16:00
Location
Hamburg Messe und Congress GmbH
Messeplatz 1
20357 Hamburg
Germany
Next Event/Frequency
1 – 4 September 2026
(Every 2 years)

Key Facts

SMM Hamburg

Understanding why our trade show is the best platform for showcasing your products and services to a global audience.

2,200
Exhibitors
100
Countries represented
48,000
Visitors from over 100 nations
90,000+
sq m Exhibition space
22
National pavilions
29
International delegations

Location Information

Hamburg Messe

SMM Show Support

We are your Reference Point

How TRP can help
EXHIBITORS
We are your one-stop support for exhibiting at SMM and will assist you with your participation prior, during and after the show. We will guide you through the booking process, help you with specifying your stand location and hall and advise you on stand availability and location in the exhibition halls. We will work with you on additional services needed for your stand and how to navigate our Online Service Centre (OSC). We are happy to recommend stand builders as well as finding you suitable accommodation for the duration of the show.
How TRP can help
VISITORS
We will supply you with all you need know to visit the show, such as maps, general information and guidance for purchasing visitor tickets. Visitor tickets will be available online from Spring 2024.
  • TICKET INFORMATION
  • MAPS & GUIDANCE

Exhibition & Conference Sectors

  • Commercial Marine
  • Hydrogen
  • Automation
  • Cargo Handling Systems
  • Coatings
  • Communication
  • Compressors
  • Corrosion Protection
  • Deck Equipment
  • Defence
  • Electric Equipment
  • Engine & Engine Systems
  • Environmental Technologies
  • Fire Protection
  • Fuel Cells
  • Fuel Technologies
  • Galley, Retaurant & Bar Equipment
  • HVAC
  • Interior Technology
  • Lights, Sensors & Indicators
  • Logistics
  • Marine Interiors
  • Marine Technology
  • Maritime Services
  • Navigation
  • Offshore
  • Prime Movers
  • Propulsion Systems
  • Pumps
  • Safety Equipment
  • Security
  • Ship Engineering & Design
  • Ship Operation Equipment
  • Shipbuilding Materials
  • Shipbuilding Technologies
  • Shipyards
  • Software & IT

Frequently Asked Questions

Your TRP Show Contact

Nele Andersch
Nele Andersch, EMBA
Director
The Reference Point
24 Years
Industry experience and knowhow
Known for
Efficient and highly individual customer service, transparency, flexibility

Your TRP Show Contact

Claire Pearson
Claire Pearson
Office Manager
The Reference Point
24+ years
Experience in administration
Known for
Exceptional organisational skills and efficiency

Conference Content

SMM 2024

More than 100 high-profile conferences, dialogue sessions, workshops, and presentations are taking place during SMM. Below you will find the 2024 programme items listed by day. Please click on the titles to see all the details. The SMM 2026 conference program will go live in Spring 2026. Please contact us early if you would like to be included in the programme.

SMM Conference

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