POSIDONIA 2026

Posidonia - taking place at the Metropolitan Expo, Athens - unites the global shipping industry under one roof. The 2026 edition, held in Athens, aims to further cement its reputation as the must-attend event for maritime professionals worldwide. In 2024, the exhibition hosted 2,038 exhibitors from 138 countries and welcomed 32,527 visitors, with total attendance reaching 41,838 - reinforcing its status as a premier event on the international maritime calendar.

Greece continues to lead global shipping and is widely recognised as one of the world’s leading shipowning nations. As of 2024, Greek shipowners control 21% of the global tonnage, operating a fleet of 5,543 vessels. Greece remains the world’s largest shipping nation and commands approximately 70% of the European Union’s fleet of strategically vital ships.

This represents a multi-billion-pound opportunity across marine services, equipment, and technologies, especially for suppliers and service providers specialising in energy efficiency, decarbonisation, compliance, and performance optimisation. Greek shipowners and their international counterparts are actively investing in innovation and operational excellence.

Posidonia 2026 offers unmatched access to this influential community. Renowned for attracting shipowners, fleet managers, and technical decision-makers, it is a hub where solutions are explored and business is done. No other maritime exhibition brings together so many Greek and international shipping leaders in one place.

If your business seeks to engage with the world’s most powerful shipping market, Posidonia 2026 is the place to be.    

THE UK GROUP AT POSIDONIA

The Society of Maritime Industries (SMI) is pleased to be organising the UK Group at Posidonia 2026, and we invite UK companies to join us in this high-profile pavilion.

Benefits of exhibiting as part of the UK Group include:

• Comprehensive support from SMI - as the official UK Group organiser we liaise directly with the Posidonia organisers, manage payments, appoint agents and stand contractors.
• A high-visibility UK Pavilion featuring a co-located UK Pavilion featuring strong UK branding to attract international delegations and high-value visitors.
• Shared pavilion space that enables greater visitor flow and offers opportunities to meet visitors attending neighbouring UK and international exhibitors.
• Access to exclusive on-stand and evening networking receptions, bringing together UK exhibitors, their clients, and potential partners - offering valuable opportunities to connect with key stakeholders.
• Boosted visibility through social media promotion of the UK Pavilion across social media.
• Complimentary promotional listings in the official Posidonia Show Guide, on the Posidonia website, and via the mobile app. Complimentary electronic visitor invitations and free publication of exhibitors’ press releases on the official event website.
• Ongoing collaboration and delegation engagement with the British Embassy in Athens helping to facilitate high-value introductions and contacts throughout the show.
• Insight and knowledge-sharing through informal stand networking with fellow UK companies.

PAVILION LOCATION AND FLOORPLAN

The Hall floor plan can be viewed below (UK Pavilion area is highlighted in green).  Floor plans can also be viewed here - https://posidonia-events.com/pages/site-plan/

EXHIBITOR STANDS

We have chosen a bespoke design and construction company for the UK Pavilion.  The open stand design used for the UK Pavilion during 2024 was very popular with the exhibitors as it encourages better flow of visitors between stands and increased visibility from all directions. 

STAND ENTITLEMENT

Your UK Pavilion stand package includes the following: 1 x info desk/counter with logo, 1 x table, 3 x chair, 1 x bar stool, custom print graphic on one (back) wall (from graphic files provided according to technical specs to be supplied), one ground socket (500 Watt, positioned next to info desk/counter, power consumption is included in the package), custom size carpet, spotlights, waste bin.

Extra Items such as display monitors and extra display cabinets and furniture can be ordered directly online via the stand builder at cost from logins provided.

Your Stand Graphics will be printed and mounted by the stand builder, SMI will co-ordinate your graphics requirement with the stand builder.

STAND SIZES AND PRICES:

• 9 square metre stands - £5,238
• 10.5 square metre stands - £6,111
• 14 square metre stands - £8,148
• 15 square metre stands - £8,370

Plus, the SMI Management Fee for UK Group exhibitors in UK pavilion:

• Member rate £750 ex UK VAT (£900 inc VAT)
• Non-member rate £950 ex UK VAT (£1,140 inc VAT)

Government funding for exhibitors at this event is currently unknown.

ACTION

To reserve a place in the UK Group, please complete the form below by November 28^th 2025 or earlier if all our space allocation is reserved sooner. 

For further information on the exhibition/UK Group, please contact Helen Stephen, Director, on: T: 020 7628 2555, E: helen.stephen(at)maritimeindustries.org

We need a minimum of 9 companies to commit to this pavilion offer. If we do not recruit enough companies, we will refer you to the UK sales team at the event organisers.