Save the Date: Dec 16-18 — INMEX China 2026, the 12th Guangzhou International Maritime Expo

On December 16-18, 2026, the 12th Guangzhou International Maritime Expo (INMEX China 2026) returns to Poly World Trade Centre Expo, Guangzhou — the Greater Bay Area’s annual gathering for the maritime industry.

Hosted by the industry’s leading institutions

INMEX China is hosted by the China Association of the National Shipbuilding Industry (CANSI) and the Chinese Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers, co-hosted by the Guangdong Society of Naval Architects & Marine Engineers, Guangdong Shipbuilding Industry Association and others, with Guangzhou AUCH Exhibition Services as organizer — one of Asia’s key international maritime trade shows.

The 2026 edition is expected to exceed 20,000 sqm, bringing together 500+ brands from multiple countries and regions, covering ship repair & building, offshore engineering, port & shipping services and marine equipment.

Last edition recap: a 23,000 sqm industry gathering

The 11th edition ran November 27-29, 2024 at Pazhou with 23,000 sqm of exhibition space, 800+ companies from 20+ countries and regions, and nine themed zones covering international pavilions, shipyards, marine equipment, navigation & communication, cruise interiors, marine ranching, offshore wind, and smart ships & digitalization. The 10th edition in 2023 drew 10,893 professional buyers with coverage from 60+ media outlets.

Green shipping and smart ships lead the agenda

Green shipping, smart ships, digitalization and cruise segments define the industry’s direction. Concurrent forums include the China Shipbuilding Industry Transformation & Upgrading Forum and the China Green Ship Technology Summit, plus the Guangzhou Night welcome dinner and B-to-B one-on-one matching sessions.