Hamburg Maritime Forum 2025

The Hamburg Maritime Forum is set to take place on April 1-2, 2025, bringing together leading professionals from across the global maritime industry. This two-day event will host up to 450 key stakeholders, including shipowners, ship managers, shipbuilders, classification societies, regulatory bodies, port authorities, service providers, and technology firms.

Held at the iconic Altonaer Fischauktionshalle in Hamburg, the forum will provide a dynamic platform for exchanging knowledge, showcasing innovations, fostering business growth, and facilitating high-level networking. Discussions will focus on tackling critical challenges shaping the future of the maritime sector.

With the theme “Tradition Meets Innovation,” this year’s forum underscores the industry’s commitment to integrating established maritime practices with cutting-edge advancements. The program will feature 11 expert panel discussions and a series of individual presentations, each addressing key trends and developments influencing shipping and marine operations.

Key topics on the agenda:

• Decarbonisation: Implementing strategies to cut greenhouse gas emissions and meet sustainability objectives.
• Regulatory compliance & safety: Navigating evolving regulations while enhancing industry-wide safety.
• Nuclear propulsion: Evaluating the potential of nuclear energy as a transformative power source for shipping.
• Digitalisation & AI: Exploring the role of automation, smart shipping, and data-driven decision-making.
• Ship maintenance, repairs & recycling: Improving vessel longevity, reducing costs, and promoting sustainability.
• Crew welfare: Focusing on the physical and mental well-being of maritime professionals.
• Operational efficiency: Adopting innovative tools and technologies to streamline daily operations and boost productivity.