M A R I T I M E F U T U R E S 2026
Clean Shipping Regatta
Where maritime innovation sets sail
Curated technologies, strategic dialogues, and competitive sailing with the leaders shaping clean maritime.
LOCATION
DATE
23 SEPTEMBER 2026
Our Vision
Maritime Futures: Clean Shipping Regatta is designed to help CMDC winners, funded innovators and clean-maritime technology providers progress from successful demonstration towards commercial deployment.
By bringing them together with shipowners, ports, investors, classification bodies, insurers, government stakeholders and industry partners, the Regatta creates a practical environment for pilots, partnerships, investment and real-world adoption.
Connecting proven maritime technologies with the partners, capital and markets needed for deployment.
Five Pillars of Engagement
Regatta Experience
Race in open waters.
- Yacht participation opportunities
- Drone video capture with race highlights reel
- On-water brand visibility
- Forestay, midhull and bow branding by tier
Technology Showcase
Connect technologies with capital.
- Display area placements
- Technology showcase slots
- Investor matchmaking
Strategic Networking
High-value connections across industry.
- Breakfast with keynote speakers
- Pre-gala drinks reception
- Networking hub on-shore throughout the day
Awards Gala
Celebrate leadership in clean shipping.
- Welcome speech opportunities
- Award ceremony to race winners
- Commemorating the industry's collective commitment to decarbonisation
Media & Press
Journalists and media on-site.
- Press coverage opportunities
- Media interviews on-site
- Post-event digital distribution
A Flagship Platform for Maritime Transformation
Maritime Futures: Clean Shipping Regatta is a curated event designed to gather Maritime leaders globally in a premium high-trust environment, with the aim of accelerating the deployment of clean maritime technologies.
Audience
Your Role. Your Impact.
Choose how you want to take part.
Maritime Futures brings together the people and technologies shaping the future of clean shipping. Select the role that best describes you and discover the opportunities available.
Join as a delegate to experience the Regatta, meet the industry and connect with the clean-maritime ecosystem.
Present your technology to shipowners, ports, investors and partners who can help move it towards commercial deployment.
Position your organisation as a visible industry partner shaping clean-shipping collaboration and deployment.
Attend
the Regatta
Spectator Yacht Ticket £500 + VAT
Watch the Regatta from the spectator yacht while taking part in the wider Innovation Hub, networking programme and Awards Gala Dinner.
For delegates who want to experience the event without racing.
Sailing Experience Ticket £875 + VAT
Take your place aboard a racing yacht and experience Maritime Futures from the water as part of the Regatta.
For delegates who want the full on-water experience.
Showcase
Your Innovation
Shared Startup Innovation Yacht £1,500 + VAT
Join a curated cohort of clean-maritime startups on a shared Innovation Yacht, combining on-water participation with visibility across the wider event programme.
- Startup visibility across the event
- Shared sailing experience
- Logo on selected event materials
- Innovation Hub presence
- Access to investors, shipowners and partners
Private Innovation Yacht for CMDC Winning Consortiums £7,000 + VAT
Host your own private yacht and bring investors, consortium partners, clients, collaborators and strategic stakeholders into a unique floating boardroom experience.
- Private yacht for up to 8 guests
- Opportunity to host investors, clients and consortium partners
- Yacht branding opportunity
- Enhanced event and Innovation Hub visibility
- Priority introductions and networking opportunities
Lead
the Conversation
Private Yacht Hosting
Host clients, partners and senior stakeholders on the water.
Brand Visibility Across the Event
Position your organisation across event materials, venue branding and digital communications.
Thought Leadership Opportunities
Take part in selected speaking sessions, interviews and industry conversations.
Innovation Hub Presence
Showcase your organisation alongside leading clean-maritime technologies.
Curated Stakeholder Access
Connect with shipowners, ports, investors, insurers, startups and policymakers.
Media & Post-Event Reach
Extend visibility through event content, highlight reels and post-event communications.