The maritime procurement landscape is evolving rapidly. Advances in AI, automation and real-time supplier intelligence are enabling organisations to move beyond manual processes and reactive decision-making towards smarter, more connected procurement strategies.
Join fellow procurement and supply chain leaders to round up the first day of the show at SMM Hamburg. Explore how digital technologies are transforming supplier onboarding, risk management and purchasing workflows. Hear from industry experts, exchange ideas with industry peers and take part in an interactive discussion on what the future holds for maritime procurement.
This invitation-only gathering will explore our discussion topic:
Changing Course: The Future of Maritime Procurement
How AI, automation and real-time supplier intelligence are redefining maritime procurement.
Why Attend?
- Discover how AI and automation are transforming supplier onboarding, risk management and procurement decision-making.
- Learn how leading maritime organisations are using real-time supplier intelligence to improve resilience, efficiency and compliance.
- Take part in an interactive discussion with industry peers on the future of digital procurement and the role of technology in shipping.
- Expand your professional network by connecting with procurement, supply chain and maritime leaders over drinks and informal networking.
Agenda Highlights
- The state of maritime procurement in 2026 – key trends shaping the industry
- How AI is transforming procurement – automation, predictive analytics and smarter decision-making
- Real-time supplier intelligence – improving visibility, supplier performance and resilience
- Digitalising procurement workflows – streamlining supplier onboarding, due diligence and risk management
- The future of supplier collaboration – creating more connected and efficient maritime supply chains
- Interactive roundtable discussion – share challenges, experiences and ideas with fellow maritime leaders
- Networking drinks reception – continue the conversation with industry peers in an informal setting