As a result, energy efficiency is becoming one of the key drivers of the sector’s transformation. Against this backdrop, SMM – the world’s leading maritime industry event – will launch the Energy Efficiency Hub, a dedicated exhibition area focusing exclusively on energy efficiency, from 1 to 4 September 2026. The Energy Efficiency Hub is complemented by the Energy Efficiency Stage in Hall A4,where international experts will discuss strategies for climate-friendly and energy-efficient shipping, including nuclear propulsion concepts. Daily expert talks at the Energy Efficiency Hub in Hall A2 complement the conference programme. With the Energy Efficiency Hub and the Energy Efficiency Stage, SMM provides an international platform where technology providers, shipowners, shipyards and suppliers can work together to shape the future of shipping,” says Claus Ulrich Selbach, Vice President Exhibitions Maritime & Energy, Hamburg Messe und Congress GmbH.