Every two years in Hamburg in early September. The fair has run since 1963.

Is alternative fuels well covered?

Very much so — LNG, methanol, ammonia, hydrogen and fuel cells all have major presence. The green-maritime transition is the defining topic.

Is SMM relevant for offshore wind?

Yes — offshore wind has a strong presence as a growth sector for many maritime suppliers. WindEnergy Hamburg co-locates with SMM in some years.

How does it compare to Nor-Shipping?

Nor-Shipping in Oslo (biennial, alternating years with SMM) is the other major maritime fair globally. Most maritime companies attend both — they complement each other on the calendar.

How many days do I need?

Three days is standard. Day one for overview, day two and three for in-depth supplier and customer conversations. Many shipowners use SMM for compressed contract negotiations.

SMM Hamburg - verdens ledende maritime messe

Foto: Hamburg Messe und Congress

Next edition date to be confirmed

This fair has taken place and the date of the next edition is not yet confirmed. Get in touch for the latest information — 32 24 36 00 or post@messereiser.no.

Maritime

SMM

1.–4. september 2026•Hamburg, Germany

Price from kr 14 900 per person

Flights

Hotel accommodation

Breakfast included

About SMM

SMM in Hamburg is the world's leading trade fair for the maritime industry. From shipbuilding and propulsion to navigation, ports, offshore and increasingly the green maritime transition, it is the global meeting point for shipowners, yards and maritime suppliers every two years.

Shipbuilding and naval architectureMaritime propulsion and alternative fuelsNavigation and bridge systemsPort and offshore equipmentMaritime digital and cybersecurity

Photos from SMM

Who should attend SMM?

SMM is essential for shipowners, shipyards, maritime equipment suppliers, port operators and anyone working on the maritime green transition.

Shipowners and operators
Shipyards and naval architects
Maritime equipment suppliers
Port and terminal operators
Offshore and subsea companies

Why your company should attend

SMM is where shipowners, yards and suppliers converge — Norwegian maritime companies attend in force

The green-maritime transition is the defining topic — fuel choices, retrofits, port infrastructure

Hamburg is reachable from Oslo on short direct flights with strong logistics for the fairground

Strong digitalisation track — maritime cybersecurity, predictive maintenance, autonomous shipping

What's included

Flights
Hotel accommodation
Breakfast included

Every package can be tailored to your requirements. Get in touch to add extra nights, hotel upgrades or company visits. Try our cost calculator for a quick estimate.

Practical information

Fair dates

1.–4. september 2026

Location

Hamburg, Germany

Organiser

Hamburg Messe

Official website

Visit website

Frequency

Every two years

Travel info — Hamburg

Flight time from Oslo

1t 40min

Airport

HAM

Time zone

CET (UTC+1)

Currency

EUR

Travel tip:

Hamburg Messe is on the U-Bahn and S-Bahn network — about 10 minutes from the Hauptbahnhof.

Map and location

SMM takes place in Hamburg, Germany.

Hotel

Hotel accommodation included in the package

We pick hotels close to the fair venue with good facilities for business travellers. Hotel details are sent once your booking is confirmed.

Specific hotel details will be published when booking opens.

Useful resources

Use our tools to plan and budget your trade fair trip.

Fair cost calculator →Free trade fair guide →More maritime →All fairs →Read the blog →

Ready for SMM?

Send a no-obligation enquiry and we'll get back to you within 1–2 working days with a tailored offer.

Or call us: 32 24 36 00

Frequently asked questions

: Every two years in Hamburg in early September. The fair has run since 1963.
: Very much so — LNG, methanol, ammonia, hydrogen and fuel cells all have major presence. The green-maritime transition is the defining topic.
: Yes — offshore wind has a strong presence as a growth sector for many maritime suppliers. WindEnergy Hamburg co-locates with SMM in some years.
: Nor-Shipping in Oslo (biennial, alternating years with SMM) is the other major maritime fair globally. Most maritime companies attend both — they complement each other on the calendar.
: Three days is standard. Day one for overview, day two and three for in-depth supplier and customer conversations. Many shipowners use SMM for compressed contract negotiations.