Shipowners to Lead Maritime Transformation at APM 2026
Thursday, 5th March 2026
Shipowners and industry leaders will gather at Asia Pacific Maritime 2026 (APM 2026), taking place 25–27 March at Marina Bay Sands, as the industry accelerates digitalisation, automation and decarbonisation efforts.
Under the theme “Future of Vessel, Solutions for Tomorrow,” the three-day event will convene 150 senior executives to address operational strategy, future fuels, smart and autonomous ships, next-generation shipbuilding, maritime cybersecurity, finance and hybrid power systems.
APM 2026 opens with Guest-of-Honour Ang Wee Keong, Chief Executive of the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, followed by a keynote panel on “The Maritime State of Play & What’s Next for Asia.” Industry leaders from Mitsui OSK Lines, Swire Shipping, Wilhelmsen and regional shipowner associations will examine fuel pathways, fleet renewal and regulatory pressures shaping Asia’s maritime landscape.
Conference sessions will also explore LNG’s long-term role in shipping and the rapid adoption of AI-enabled systems for predictive maintenance, voyage optimisation and fleet performance.
Beyond the conference, more than 800 global exhibitors will showcase practical solutions that support cleaner, safer, and more efficient vessel operations. Product highlights include:
– RUSTIBUS’ RUSTIBUS® Eco Series with integrated dust containment systems.
– Nippon Paint Marine’ AQUATERRAS 1100, a biocide-free hull coating with low-VOC formulation.
– Roxtec’ Cabinet Seal Platform for high-density marine cable installations.
– Korindo Energy’ SCANIA E-Machine hybrid and electric propulsion system.
As decarbonisation targets tighten and digital transformation reshapes operations, APM 2026 will serve as a key platform for shipowners, shipyards and solution providers to drive the next phase of maritime innovation in Asia.
About Asia Pacific Maritime (APM)
Asia Pacific Maritime (APM) is Asia’s premier exhibition and conference for Shipbuilding & Marine, Workboat, Offshore, and Electric & Hybrid Marine.
With 35 years of excellence, APM is the pre-eminent platform where global solution providers showcase the latest developments in maritime technology and innovation to shipowners, shipyards, ship managers, and decision-makers across Asia. This is where strategic collaborations are forged, shaping the Future of Vessels, Solutions for Tomorrow.
