Shipping leaders meet in Athens on 5 November 2026
SK Congress is organising the international maritime conference “Shipping at the Historic Turning Point of 2030” on 5 November 2026 at the InterContinental Athens, highlighting the major challenges, technological developments and strategic choices that will shape the future of global shipping.
The conference is held under the auspices of the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy, the Ministry of Development, the Ministry of Digital Governance and Artificial Intelligence, the Ministry of Environment and Energy, the Region of Attica, the Hellenic Chamber of Shipping and the Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
The conference will be moderated by Nigel Lowry, Athens Correspondent of the international maritime newspaper Lloyd’s List, while journalist Giannis Moutsios will moderate the thematic panels.
The discussions will focus, among other topics, on Artificial Intelligence and Automation, Alternative Fuels and Green Infrastructure, Geopolitical Challenges and Maritime Security, as well as the future of ports and shipyards. Particular emphasis will be placed on the leading role of Greek shipping and its prospects in a constantly changing international environment.
The event aims to serve as a dynamic meeting point for shipowners, senior executives of shipping groups, institutional representatives, technology and energy companies, scientists, as well as representatives of ports, shipyards and international markets.
SK Congress, which specialises in organising thematic, high-level maritime conferences, places particular emphasis on seamless organisation, attracting a carefully selected, high-quality audience, professional visibility and institutional prestige. Its goal is to create a platform for meaningful dialogue that will actively contribute to shaping the future of shipping.
This will be followed by Closing Cocktail & Networking, with opportunities for meaningful networking, exchanging views and developing new professional partnerships.
2030: The new era of shipping starts now.
Date: Thursday, 5 November 2026 Venue: InterContinental Athens Organiser: SK Congress Information: www.skcongress.gr
