SMM 2026 Hamburg Messe und Congress, Hamburg, Germany01.09.2026 - 04.09.2026

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SMM 2026, one of the leading international trade fairs for the international maritime industry sector. It will be staged from the 1st to the 4th of September at the Messe Hamburg. The expo has gained great popularity among fans, professionals and enthusiasts.

Exploring the Seas of Innovation: SMM Hamburg 2026's Vibrant Maritime Showcase

SMM Hamburg 2026 will again showcase the countless innovations in this vibrant sector. The expo will focus on the direct collaboration between existing as well as prospective customers and retailers. Together with other factors for business development, the SMM 2026 expo will also include a large side-event program that will include the Maritime Future Summit, TradeWinds Shipowners Forum, MS & D etc. The richness of innovation will help the organizers to once again uphold the key goals of the event: competitiveness, business and conviviality. In addition, a lot of topics will be represented at the event, each in one of them in its own thematic area:

  • Ships - including repairs and refills
  • Shipyard installations and equipment
  • Ship fittings and equipment
  • Prime movers, gears and drive systems
  • Auxiliary systems for prime movers
  • Ship operation equipment
  • Cargo handling equipment and special vessel equipment
  • Marine deployment systems and many others
  • Propulsors, maneuvering devices, stabilizers and energy-saving devices

3 Reasons to attend:

  1. As the world's leading maritime trade fair, SMM 2026 gathers over 2,300 exhibitors and 50,000 visitors from across the globe. This presents a unique opportunity to connect with key decision-makers, industry leaders, and potential partners, fostering valuable new business connections and collaborations.
  2. The event focuses on the crucial theme of "driving the maritime transition," addressing the industry's shift towards a more sustainable future. Dive into discussions and presentations on critical topics like decarbonization, digitalization, and safety, gaining valuable insights and staying ahead of the curve in this evolving landscape.
  3. Beyond the conference itself, attending SMM offers the chance to explore Hamburg's rich maritime history and vibrant culture. From renowned museums like the International Maritime Museum to bustling harbor areas and delectable seafood restaurants, the city provides a unique and enriching experience for attendees.

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Venue: Hamburg Messe und Congress
Founded in: 1963
Industry: Boats, Boat Accessories, Shipbuilding, Port Equipment, Offshore Technology
Frequency: every 2 years
Where: Hamburg, Germany

Avoid the expensive last-minute offers and reserve hotel allotments now!

Are you going to attend the SMM trade fair in 2026? The surplus of international visitors leads to difficulties in finding suitable accommodation during the event period. Hotel allotments close to the Hamburg Messe und Congress will get sold out very quickly and this will drive the room rates quite high. However, the professional team of Fair Point GmbH's business travel solutions can take care of this issue with ease. Give us a call or send us your inquiry through our website and one of our business travel specialists will call back with an exclusive offer with SMM 2026 hotels that answer all needs of your business trip. By choosing Fair Point you get: Exclusive Offers: Benefit from special hotel deals and discounted rates negotiated exclusively for SMM attendees. Variety: A wide range of hotels, from opulent to more reasonably priced options, are available to suit your tastes and budget. All of the hotels are well located close to the event venue. Customer-specific Assistance: Receive personalised assistance from our professional team, who will help you choose the perfect accommodation and make personalized recommendations for dining, transportation, and entertainment options in Hamburg.

Directions

Airport:
Hamburg Airport, 9.4km
Railway station:
Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, 2.6km
Subway station:
Messehallen, 0.6km

How to get to Hamburg Messe und Congress

By Rail

  • U-bahn line U2 to Messehallen Station
  • U-bahn line U3 to Sternschanze / Messe Station
  • U-bahn line U1 to Stephansplatz Station
  • S-bahn lines S21 and S31 to Hamburg-Sternschanze Station

By Bus

  • Bus line 35 to Hamburg Messe / Eingang Ost bus stop
  • Bus lines M4 and M5 to Grindelhof bus stop

By Car

GPS coordinates: latitude 53.562710 ; longitude 9.975647

Next edition

Hamburg is a business travel destination through the entire year. The scale of SMM combined with the constant flow of travellers make finding accommodation near Messe Hamburg during the days of the event rather difficult. A total of nearly 40% of attendees of the trade fair and its adjacent conferences will come from abroad. If you are not ready to attend this year's edition of the trade fair, just send a request for SMM Hamburg's next edition and leave the rest to us! With more time on our hands, we will be able to find even better deals for hotels near Hamburg Messe und Congress for you.

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