SMM India 2011 – where the maritime industry meets
SMM is the leading international platform for maritime technology and innovations, bringing together key decision-makers from the full spectrum of the shipbuilding industry. Therefore, Hamburg Messe und Congress International GmbH and Inter Ads Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd. are proud to present the third SMM India – taking place in Mumbai from 4 to 6 April 2013.
India’s growing importance as a global player in the maritime industry makes SMM India the ideal venue for boosting your network of international contacts with shipowners, high-ranking representatives from the Indian shipbuilding industry and shipyards as well as the Indian Navy and coastguard.
Abound with business contacts
SMM’s reputation precedes the market when it comes to attracting a business-focused audience comprising “high-quality” trade visitors from all key shipbuilding industries. The numbers for SMM India 2011 from an independent trade fair survey speak for themselves!
91% of visitors rated the 2011 trade fair from good to excellent and agreed it offered the maritime industry a great opportunity for camaraderie and the creative exchange of ideas.
78% were satisfied or more than satisfied with the quality of products and services exhibited.
89% rated SMM India 2011 from excellent to satisfactory in an overall assessment of the event.
89% assessed SMM India 2011 as playing an important to very important role in helping them to keep up-to-date with the latest product developments and innovations.
91% rated the trade fair from good to excellent and agreed it offered the maritime industry a great opportunity for getting together with fellow “colleagues” and exchanging creative ideas.
87% rated the trade fair from very informative to informative with regards to exchanging content with peers and as a platform for discussion and information.
Some 50% of exhibitors at SMM India 2011 were from the Indian shipbuilding and marine equipment industry. The others are based mainly in Europe and neighbouring Asian countries.
Comprehensive conference programme
The accompanying SMM India 2013 conference provides an across-the-board programme and features numerous high-calibre national and international speakers. It will address current vital issues affecting the Indian maritime industry, such as finance and investment, training and further education, as well as the importance of increased cooperation with neighbouring shipbuilding regions. On a global level, it will also look at international maritime policy, cost-efficiency and environmental issues – in addition to offshore and port-related technology.