Every year crewing professionals gather to discuss trends, learn new strategies and connect with suppliers and service providers. It is the must-attend event for anyone involved in crewing, recruitment, welfare and seafarer management.
Why attend
Where crewing professionals meet
Who should attend:
- Shipowners, operators
- Fleet management
- Managing agencies
- Training providers
- Crewing logistics and operations
- Governing bodies and associations
Experience Crew Connect Global
Actionable insights and industry knowledge
Get the tools and strategies that will help you keep pace with industry change. Our conference agenda covers key trends across ESG, recruitment, retention, training and seafarer welfare as well as providing important regulation updates.
Stronger relationships with your community
Catch up over a coffee or grab a bite to eat with like-minded professionals. At Crew Connect Global you'll find an abundance of relaxed and sociable networking opportunities - including the popular Crew Connect Global Awards.
Source the latest products and solutions
The Supplier Expo brings together the very best of suppliers to the global crewing industry. Discover exciting new products, fascinating technology innovations and the cutting-edge solutions from 70+ exhibiting brands.
Network with representatives from the global crewing industry
Join 750+ leaders, influencers, and industry visionaries.
Supplier Expo
2026 Exhibitors Snapshot
Gain direct access to solution providers who understand your real challenges.
Sales Director
Garrets Intl Singapore Pte Ltd
The perfect event to end the year on!
"A fantastic maritime event with a wealth of knowledge.
The delegates and speakers combined bring not just cultural and gender diversity, but experience frommentors across the industry. It is the perfect event to end the year on."
2026 Speakers snapshot
Andreas Nordseth
International Maritime Leader and Advisor
Chair at Crew Connect Global
Simon Spacey
Chairman
The International Maritime Employers' Council (IMEC)
Sara Baade
CEO
Sailors’ Society
Joanna Sawh
Senior Manager ‑ Crewing
Oceonix Services Limited
Fabrizio Barcellona
Seafarers and Inland Navigation Section Coordinator
ITF - International Transport Workers Federation
Haakon Storhaug
International Coordinator
Norwegian Maritime Authority
Francesco Gargiulo
Chief Executive Officer
The International Maritime Employers' Council (IMEC)
Ready to explore the future of crewing at Crew Connect Global?
As a long-term partner of IMEC, Crew Connect Global is delighted to offer IMEC members a 10% discount on the conference tickets. Simply use code IMECCCG10 when booking.