Themed “Smart Ships. Secure Seas. Sustainable Futures.”, the SMRC x MTEC/ICMASS Conference 2026 will be held in Singapore from 22 to 23 April 2026. The event is jointly organised by the Singapore Maritime Institute, Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, SINTEF Ocean, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, in collaboration with The Norwegian Forum for Autonomous Ships and the International Network for Autonomous Ships.

One of the key maritime research and technology events during Singapore Maritime Week 2026, the conference connects global thought leaders from academia and industry to present cutting-edge advancements in maritime technology, autonomous shipping, and port operations.

• Advance frontier maritime research and innovation by showcasing cutting-edge developments in decarbonisation, digitalisation, autonomy, and cybersecurity across ship, port and logistics systems.
• Strengthen international research and industry collaboration by convening academia, policymakers, technology developers, and practitioners to co create solutions to shared maritime challenges.
• Bridge research and deployment by translating scientific advances into scalable, real-world applications that enhance safety, efficiency, and environmental performance across the maritime value chain.
• Develop maritime talent and capabilities by inspiring researchers, engineers, and practitioners to pursue interdisciplinary innovation in next-generation maritime systems.

Conference Dress code : Office Wear