The 2026 Marketing celebration brings together maritime marketers, communicators, business developers and commercial professionals to recognise the vital role marketing, communications and business development play in driving success across the industry.
Together, we'll celebrate the successes of 2026 and share what's next for the year ahead. The evening features three showcase sessions on the themes shaping 2027, followed by a networking reception, where you can reconnect with peers who share your passion for driving growth and raising commercial standards.
More importantly, it's our chance to thank the members, partners, speakers and supporters whose time, expertise and enthusiasm have elevated marketing's role across the sector.
Showcase session themes
- Commercial Outlook: where maritime business, investment and opportunity are heading in 2027
- Events, Communities & Content: the ideas and strategies helping maritime organisations build influence, engagement and growth
- Martech & AI: the technology trends reshaping maritime marketing and commercial performance
Schedule
Registration & Welcome Drinks
Arrive, register and settle in with a tea or coffee. It's a relaxed start to the event and a chance to catch up with familiar faces.
Session Opening & Address
We open the evening with a welcome to the #MiMCrowd and a look back at what the community has achieved in 2026.
Showcase Presentations
Three expert-led sessions on the themes shaping 2027: Commercial Outlook, Events, Communities & Content, and Martech & AI. The Commercial Outlook for 2027: how buyers and stakeholders will discover, evaluate and select their partners and suppliers, including budget priorities, trust and credibility, and procurement behaviour before the shortlist. The Future of Maritime Events, Communities & Content: the channels and formats driving engagement, from events as platforms for growth to community-led relationships, video and podcasts. The Martech & AI Roadmap for 2027: the tools and technologies helping marketing teams become more efficient and effective, covering AI adoption, data and measurement, and martech priorities.
2027 Outlook & Member Updates
A short wrap-up of the key takeaways from the evening, plus news for MiMbers on what's coming from Marketing in Maritime in the year ahead.
Networking Reception
Continue the conversation over drinks and hospitality with maritime marketers, communicators and commercial professionals. The perfect way to close out the year and build connections for 2027.