ZESTAs

IMO PPR 13 – Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response
2026-02-09 - 2026-02-13 | IMO, 4 Albert Embankment London, SE1 7SR, London, United Kingdom
Zero Emissions Ship Technology Association Secretary General Madadh MacLaine will attend the 13th session of the Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response (PPR 13), held from 9–13 February at the International Maritime Organization in London. View agenda
The session focuses on regulatory and technical measures to prevent pollution from ships and supports the development of international maritime environmental standards.

SMART ENERGY WEEK
2026-03-17 - 2026-03-19
📍 Tokyo, Japan🗓 SMART ENERGY WEEK🤝 ZESTAs Participation
Zero Emissions Ship Technology Association Secretary General Madadh MacLaine will be attending SMART ENERGY WEEK at Tokyo Big Sight.
SMART ENERGY WEEK is one of the world’s largest renewable energy exhibitions, bringing together leaders across hydrogen, wind, solar, batteries and smart energy systems. The event provides an opportunity to engage with international stakeholders advancing zero-emission energy solutions across sectors.

Zero Emission Ferries in APAC
2026-03-18 | Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok, 494 Ratchadamri Rd, Khwaeng Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand
The transition to zero-emission maritime transport is accelerating across Asia-Pacific, with ferry operators, ports, OEMs, technology providers, and policymakers working to deploy scalable solutions.
Global Mass Transit is organising the conference “Zero Emission Ferries in APAC”, bringing together regional and international stakeholders to examine how zero-emission ferries can move from strategy to implementation.
Conference Overview
The mission of the conference is to discuss the deployment of zero-emission ferries across APAC, including:

Funding availability and financing models

Deployment strategies

Case studies and best practices

Recent developments and technological innovations

Key challenges and implementation barriers

Future plans and regional outlook

The programme will include eight focused sessions:

Opening Panel Discussion: Accelerating Deployment of Zero Emission Ferries

Optimal Strategies for Introducing Zero Emission Ferries

OEM Perspective

Electric Zero Emission Ferries

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Ferries

Impact of Electrification on the Grid

Terminal Infrastructure

Key Projects and Case Studies

The conference will also address procurement, financing, operation, and maintenance of zero-emission ferries and associated infrastructure.

Registration – ZESTAs Member Discount
ZESTAs members receive a 30% discount on participation fees.
Discounted Fees (ZESTAs Members):

USD 525 – 1 participant

USD 875 – 2 participants

USD 1,225 – 3 participants

USD 1,575 – 4 participants

To access the ZESTAs member rate, please contact us directly and we will share the registration details.

This conference provides a regional platform to examine how policy alignment, financing, grid integration, terminal infrastructure, and vessel technology can support the scaling of zero-emission ferry operations across Asia-Pacific.

Asia Pacific Maritime (APM) 2026
2026-03-25 - 2026-03-27 | Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore, 018956
Asia Pacific Maritime (APM) is Asia’s premier exhibition and conference for innovation across shipbuilding and marine, workboat, offshore, port technology, and electric and hybrid marine.
Held biennially in Singapore, APM brings together industry leaders, technology developers, shipowners, ports, and solution providers to focus on the future of vessel operations and energy systems. The 19th edition of APM will take place from 25–27 March 2026 at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, across Halls A, B, C, D, E and F. Over three days, the event is expected to welcome more than 20,000 industry professionals, 750 global exhibitors, and 150+ speakers.
Electric & Hybrid Power at APM 2026
New for 2026, APM is introducing Electric & Hybrid Power, a dedicated segment focused on technologies already being deployed to reduce emissions and improve vessel efficiency. The feature includes a dedicated consultation lounge and conference content centred on the maritime energy transition.
ZESTAs at APM 2026
ZESTAs is a Supporting Partner of APM 2026 and will co-host the Zero-Emission Shipping Consulting Lounge within the Electric & Hybrid Power feature area.
The Lounge will provide a dedicated meeting point for practical discussion on what it takes to move zero emissions shipping from ambition to deployment. It reflects ZESTAs’ role in bringing together the actors needed to make progress across the maritime value chain, including technology providers, vessel designers, shipowners, ports, energy systems, regulators, and finance.
ZESTAs Secretary-General Madadh MacLaine will also be moderating two conference discussions during APM 2026, focused on green hydrogen and wind propulsion. These themes are closely connected to the issues explored in her recent articles, which examine maritime energy resilience, industrial readiness, and the strategic choices now shaping the sector.
Together, the Lounge, the conference programme, and Madadh’s recent writing show why zero emissions shipping is no longer only a future ambition, but a question of deployment, resilience, and energy sovereignty.
Read Madadh’s recent articles:
From Choke Points to Checkpoints
The Kharg Spike

Location
Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
APM 2026 – Electric & Hybrid Power feature area
Halls B

Opening hours
Wednesday 25 March: 10:00 – 18:00
Thursday 26 March: 10:00 – 18:00
Friday 27 March: 10:00 – 17:00

Registration
APM 2026 is free to attend for trade professionals. Visitors can register via the official APM website.

BlueWeek - Marseille-France
2026-04-07 - 2026-04-10 | French Maritime Academy (ENSM), Marseille, France
BlueWeek brings together thought leaders, innovators, and practitioners from across the oceans, energy and shipping communities to explore sustainable pathways for the future of maritime transport and the blue economy. The 14th edition features seminars, project meetings and high-level discussions on topics from renewable ocean energy to zero-emission propulsion and smarter operations.
ZESTAs Secretary General Madadh MacLaine will be attending BlueWeek in April, joining peers from industry, research and policy to advance collaboration on innovation and decarbonisation across the maritime value chain.

Energia EXPO - The International Energy Exhibition
2026-04-21 - 2026-04-23 | SAFEX Exhibition Center (Palais des Expositions, Pins Maritimes), Algiers, Algeria
Energia EXPO is a leading international energy exhibition and trade platform bringing together public institutions, energy companies, investors, innovators and industry experts to explore energy transition, efficiency, decarbonisation and emerging technologies across the energy value chain. The event features exhibitions, high-level conference sessions, strategic networking and business matching opportunities showcasing innovations from renewables and low-carbon tech to industrial solutions shaping the future of energy markets.
ZESTAs Secretary General Madadh MacLaine will be attending Energia EXPO in April, engaging with energy leaders and innovators to advance collaboration on solutions that support systemic decarbonisation and sustainable industrial transformation.

World Hydrogen Summit
2026-05-19 - 2026-05-21 | Rotterdam Ahoy, Ahoyweg 10, Rotterdam, 3084, Netherlands
The World Hydrogen Summit is one of the leading global platforms dedicated to hydrogen deployment, bringing together governments, industry leaders, investors and technology providers to accelerate large-scale implementation across energy and transport sectors. The event combines a high-level strategic conference with a major international exhibition showcasing infrastructure, production, storage, distribution and end-use solutions.
The 2026 edition will take place from 19 to 21 May at Rotterdam Ahoy, positioning Rotterdam at the centre of international hydrogen dialogue and project development.
ZESTAs Secretary General Madadh MacLaine will be attending, engaging with policymakers, system integrators and energy partners to advance the deployment of Absolute Zero emissions shipping through credible hydrogen supply, infrastructure alignment and maritime integration.

Posidonia International Shipping Exhibition
2026-06-01 - 2026-06-05 | The Metropolitan Expo, Athens, Greece
Posidonia is one of the most established and influential international shipping exhibitions, bringing together shipowners, shipbuilders, equipment manufacturers, technology providers, classification societies, financiers and maritime service companies from across the global shipping industry. The event combines a major trade exhibition with conferences, seminars and high-level networking across the maritime value chain.
The 2026 edition will take place from 1 to 5 June 2026 at the Metropolitan Expo, near Athens International Airport, positioning Greece once again at the centre of global maritime dialogue.
Posidonia is organised by Posidonia Exhibitions S.A., under the auspices of the Hellenic Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy and with strong support from the Greek and international shipping community.
ZESTAs Secretary General Madadh MacLaine will be attending, engaging with shipowners, technology providers and system integrators operating across the maritime value chain to advance deployment pathways for Absolute Zero emissions shipping.

Advanced Maritime Technology Expo Europe
2026-06-16 - 2026-06-18 | RAI Amsterdam, Netherlands
Advanced Maritime Technology, debuting at the RAI, Amsterdam in June 2026, unites the former Electric & Hybrid Marine and Autonomous Ship events into one. Advanced Maritime Technology is a specialised international exhibition and conference dedicated to electric and hybrid marine propulsion, charging infrastructure, energy storage systems, fuel cells and system integration across the maritime sector. The event gathers vessel designers, shipyards, technology providers, classification societies and operators focused on zero-emission and low-emission vessel solutions.
The 2026 edition will take place from 16 to 18 June 2026 at the RAI Amsterdam, bringing together the European and global electric marine community.
The event is organised by UKi Media & Events, a UK-based specialist exhibition and publishing company focused on advanced automotive, electric and hybrid technologies.
ZESTAs Secretary General Madadh MacLaine will be attending, engaging with battery developers, fuel cell manufacturers, system integrators operating across the maritime value chain, and vessel operators to advance the deployment of Absolute Zero emissions shipping solutions.

SMM (Shipbuilding, Machinery & Marine Technology)
2026-09-01 - 2026-09-04 | Hamburg Messe und Congress, Hamburg, Germany
SMM is one of the world’s leading maritime trade fairs, bringing together shipyards, equipment manufacturers, technology developers, classification societies, shipowners and service providers from across the global maritime industry. The event combines a large-scale international exhibition with high-level conferences and technical forums addressing ship design, propulsion systems, digitalisation, energy transition and maritime infrastructure.
The 2026 edition will take place from 1 to 4 September 2026 at Hamburg Messe und Congress, positioning Hamburg once again as a central meeting point for the international maritime sector.
SMM is organised by Hamburg Messe und Congress GmbH, the official exhibition authority of the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg.
ZESTAs Secretary General Madadh MacLaine will be attending, engaging with shipowners, system integrators operating across the maritime value chain, technology providers and policymakers to advance practical deployment pathways for Absolute Zero emissions shipping.

Green Shiptech China Congress 2026
2026-10-15 - 2026-10-16
Date: 15–16 October 2026
Location: Shanghai, China
Organiser: Ridge China
ZESTAs Member Discount: 15%
The 15th Annual Green Shiptech China Congress 2026 will take place in Shanghai on 15–16 October 2026, bringing together more than 350 industry experts, corporate decision-makers and government officials from across the maritime sector.
The event will cover maritime regulation, ship energy efficiency, AI-driven voyage optimisation, wind-assisted propulsion, fuel cells for marine applications, marine energy storage systems, and other green ship technologies.
ZESTAs members are eligible for a 15% discount on the standard participant fee of USD 1,995 per delegate.
Registration: http://www.ridgechina.com/msg.php
Event website: http://www.ridgechina.com/service_add.php?pid=43
For further details, please contact the ZESTAs Secretariat or Ridge China directly:
Quin Xu
Email: quin.xu@ridgechina.com
Tel: +86 21 6607 8610-8003
Mobile: +86 135 6422 2811
