SMM news 2016

smm-hamburg.com the leading international maritime trade fair hamburg • 6 – 9 sept 2016 201 6 SMM news 6 – 9 sept 2016 smm-hamburg.com the leading international maritime trade fair • hamburg nication ation, tors, efence Industry As of October 2015 Marseiller Str. Stephansplatz Underground Car Park CCH Dammtor CCH – Congress Center Hamburg splatz ammtor SMM will be accompanied by a comprehensive supporting programme With digitalisation, big data and green propulsion as main themes, SMM 2016 addresses key items on the agenda of the maritime industry, pointing the way out of the crisis. This fair is the highlight of the year and a must-attend for the entire industry. Setting a course The German chancellor emphasised the importance of the maritime sector for Germany as an industrial nation during the last National Maritime Conference*: “There is an increasing demand for cus- tom-tailored, high-quality solutions as well as exceptional competency in systems en- gineering. (...) Investing in state-of-the-art shipbuilding not only benefits shipyards but also suppliers. All of Germany profits from the value added within the maritime sector. (...) In any exporting nation like Germany that is open to the world, the shipping indus- try plays an extremely important role. Ship- ping is one of the key modes of transport, and the most important one for the global *Excerpt from her speech at the National Maritime Conference on 19 October 2015 exchange of goods. (...) Roughly 400,000 people are working in the German maritime sector. 2,800 mostly medium-sized compa- nies generate annual revenues of around 50 billion euros. It is thus in the best interest of shipping companies, shipyards and the sup- ply industry to maintain their reputation as attractive places of employment, continue developing maritime expertise by employ- ing highly qualified young talents, and sup- port specialists for niche markets. (...) The maritime industry is (...) a driving force for environmentally compatible transport. It is a leading innovator for high-tech shipbuild- ing, contributing to the wealth of our society by creating numerous jobs.” SMM 2016 will again be under the patronage of Chancellor Angela Merkel. Angela Merkel: The German chancellor is a strong supporter of the maritime sector. Merkel stresses importance of maritime industry Main sponsor: Hamburg Messe Highlights SMM Hamburg 6 – 9 September 2016 WindEnergy Hamburg 27 – 30 September 2016 INMEX SMM India 3 – 5 October 2017 Seatrade Europe 6 – 8 September 2017 From shipowners to shipyards, and from suppliers to port operators, the maritime industry is looking for- ward to SMM, the leading international maritime trade fair in Hamburg. SMM is the place where the shipbuild- ing and shipping world meets up to showcase innovative technologies, products and services, share ideas, network, and negotiate deals. It is an event no stakeholder can afford to miss, and an inspiring and fun experience for visitors and exhibitors alike even at challenging times like these. And challenging they are. Amidst low freight and charter rates, a weak global economy, and dramatic shifts in the flow of goods, the financial basis of the indus- try is shrinking while safety and envi- ronmental protection requirements are getting stricter and the performance expectations in the market higher. In- novation is thus the order of the day: “To be able to contribute to the develop- ment as major players, companies must invest in their future-readiness,” says Bernd Aufderheide, President and CEO of Hamburg Messe und Congress GmbH. Digital and sustainable The renowned shipping expert Dr Martin Stopford, Non-Executive President of Clarkson Research Services Ltd., says the industry must reinvent itself: “Smart shipping offers a new busi- ness model.” Shipping companies should focus on digital solutions involving telematics, satellite commu- nication, advanced information technology, big data and automation (see page 2). IT-based solutions are highly prominent in the portfolios of more than 2,100 exhibi- tors at SMM. On 5 September, the eve of SMM 2016, a new conference titled “Maritime Future Summit” featur- ing international experts and key players will discuss visions for a high-performing, sustainable and success- ful shipping industry. China to establish Emission Control Areas In response to growing environmental aware- ness, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) is tightening its emission regulations, and new regional limits are being intro- duced as well. China plans to establish several Emission Control Areas (ECAs) by 2019. LNG might soon be the ship fuel of choice: “There is continued pressure on the shipping industry to become greener. LNG is an important step forward,” says Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen, CEO of the classi- fication society and consultancy DNV GL – Maritime. The new SMM exhibition hall A5 will be entirely dedicated to green pro- pulsion (see page 3). Covering over 90,000 square metres, SMM 2016 will be more international than ever. The 2014 event had already set a new record with 26 national pavilions and exhibitors from 67 countries. “We are especially pleased to welcome Iran as a new participant this year,” says Claus Ulrich Selbach, Business Unit Director Maritime and Technology Fairs. Developing new markets, promot- ing new technologies, building networks and facilitating deals, SMM has more international visitors than any oth- er maritime industry event. smm-hamburg.com/trailer Digitalisation: Digital solutions are highly prominent in the portfolios of more than 2,100 exhibitors at SMM. gmec – global maritime environmental congress Offshore Dialogue Maritime Career Market 6 September 7 September 8 September 9 September Maritime Future Summit 5 September MS&D – international conference on maritime security and defence Photo: DNV GL Photo: BMWi/Heller

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