Shipowners Forum China 2026

17 March 2026

JW Marriott Tomorrow Square, Shanghai

240+

Attendees

100+

C-Suites

130+

Companies

25+

Speakers

Taking shots at the King:
China still on top despite Trump's threats

Amidst geopolitical uncertainty and strained relations with the United States, the Chinese economy powers through as the world’s manufacturing nerve centre. With its vast export capacity and dominance of the global shipbuilding market, it’s hard to imagine the shipping industry without China as its beating heart.

TradeWinds returns to Shanghai in March 2026 to gather leading executives from across the shipping value chain to assess the challenges and prospects for the markets in China. Register now to network with industry peers and join the conversations defining the future of the maritime juggernaut.

Key Topics and Discussion Focuses

Geopolitical Impacts on Shipping

Exploring how global political shifts affect the shipping industry.

Decarbonization Strategies

Approaches to achieve net-zero emissions in shipping.

Technological Innovations

New technologies shaping the future of shipping.

Sustainable Fuels

Transitioning to and adopting alternative fuels.

World's Future Fleet

Learn about progress on alternative fuels, retrofits and newbuilds.

Financial Strategies

Financing options and strategies for green shipping initiatives.

Principal Sponsor

Why Attend?

Networking and Collaboration

Connect with senior executives and engage in cross-sector sessions to form strategic partnerships, explore new markets, and develop innovative solutions and joint ventures.

Policy and Regulatory Insights

Understand current and future policies, gain insights from policy makers to navigate regulatory landscapes, ensure compliance, and identify business opportunities and incentives.

Engage in lively discussions

Engage with the speakers by joining the conversation or simply by asking a question to the panel using the event APP.

Last Year's Highlights

Delegate Rates

Early Bird Rate
valid until 9 February 2026

TradeWinds Subscriber USD 600
Non-subscriber USD 880

Advanced Rate
valid until 28 Feb 2026

TradeWinds Subscriber USD 800
Non-subscriber USD 1100

Standard Rate
valid from 1 March 2026

TradeWinds Subscriber USD 1000
Non-subscriber USD 1300

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