SMM Hamburg is the leading international trade fair for Shipbuilding, Machinery and Marine Technology regularly amassing almost 40 000 professional visitors and 2 000 exhibitors and holding a number one position on the world expo stage. The next event edition will be held in its usual location in Hamburg Messe from 3rd to 6th September 2024, possibly setting a new attendance record.
Held under the patronage of Olaf Scholz the SMM 2024 exhibition will deliver an impressive product assortment complete with products covering all verticals, including digitalisation, environment, maritime security and defence, career and passenger shipping. Exhibiting at SMM solidifies established companies' commercial success and opens immense business opportunities for innovative Start-Ups at one of the joint stand areas Start-ups@SMM.
Over the four busy exhibition days, numerous networking formats will promote business exchange, building contacts, and learning between international business and naval delegations. Participants can take advantage from the MariMatch program or join the Wine o'clock social for a more relaxed and communicative meeting place. SMM 2024 conference program will feature themed Transition stages inviting leading industry experts to present the latest findings on numerous relevant topics from Green transition to Cruise and Ferry developments.
As soon as your registration for SMM 2024 is confirmed, contact ExpoBeds for help booking a comfortable hotel fitting your budget in Hamburg. Our travel agents will be happy to provide you with a preview of selected properties matching your budget, group size and location preferences. Receive your free personalised SMM 2024 hotel offer today.
Information
Past editions
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| Visitors |
| Total | Domestic | Foreign | |
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| Exhibitors | 2,249 | 720 | 1,529 |
| Visitors | 45,604 | 20,978 | 24,626 |
What makes it special
Quick info
| Organiser: | Hamburg Messe und Congress GmbH |
| Founded: | 1963 |
| Frequency: | every 2 years |
| Next Edition: | SMM Hamburg 2026 |
| Sectors: | Boats | Boat accessories | Shipbuilding | Port equipment | Offshore technology |
| Website: | SMM Hamburg |
| Visitors: | Tickets for SMM Hamburg |
| Exhibitors: | Exhibitor registration |
Important facts
- 2000 exhibitors in 2022
- 93.000 sq m of exhibition area
- 30,000 professional visitors
- 100 countries represented
- 16 start-up pitches in 2022
Next editions
SMM Hamburg 2026
Hamburg Messe und Congress
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