‌SMME 2025: Dubai International Maritime Exhibition‌

‌Exhibition Overview‌

• ‌Name‌: Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East (SMME)

• ‌Dates‌: May 6–8, 2025

• ‌Venue‌: Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE

• ‌Organizer‌: Informa Markets

• ‌Frequency‌: Biennial

‌Exhibition Scale & Highlights‌

• ‌International Reach‌: 200+ exhibitors from 90+ countries, 6,000 sqm net exhibition space.

• ‌Exhibit Categories‌:

• Maritime equipment (navigation, propulsion, lifesaving)

• Port engineering & logistics technology

• Green shipping & decarbonization solutions

• ‌Key Features‌:

• First-time integration of logistics sector, bridging maritime & supply chain industries.

• Focus on Middle East demand for workboats and offshore energy vessels.

‌Concurrent Events‌

• ‌UAE Maritime Week‌: Keynote by Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure on net-zero 2050 goals.

• ‌Forums‌: Topics include digital supply chains and Middle East shipping trends.

‌Market Context‌

• Dubai handles ‌21 million+ TEUs annually‌, reinforcing its role as a regional maritime hub.

• UAE’s oil & gas sector drives demand for specialized offshore vessels.

‌China’s Participation‌

• Exhibitors from China include marine engine manufacturers and navigation tech providers.