As the Guest Country of Honor at Marintec China 2025, we are delighted to invite you to the Norwegian Special Session, "Leading the Global Transition in Sustainable Maritime Technologies," presented by Team Norway. This session highlights Norway's global leadership in maritime innovation and its steadfast commitment to sustainability, safety, and technological excellence across the ocean industries.
Norway is a global leader in maritime innovation, known for its strong commitment to sustainability, digitalization, and ocean-based solutions. This dedicated session showcases breakthrough technologies and market-driven strategies from some of Norway's most forward-thinking maritime companies. Through a series of dynamic presentations, attendees will gain insights into how Norwegian companies are shaping a more sustainable and technologically advanced maritime future. Topics will include smart vessel solutions, digital platforms, integrated systems, and scalable innovations designed for global applications.
Norway as Guest of Honor at Marintec
This year, Norway has been invited as Guest of Honor at Marintec China 2025, an important recognition of Norway's world-leading role in the maritime industry. Norway will take center stage at the exhibition with a Norwegian Pavilion featuring nearly 40 companies, showcasing a broad range of advanced maritime solutions. The Norwegian Pavilion will bring Norway into the spotlight, offering visitors the opportunity to experience the strength of Norway's maritime cluster and learn more about the country's cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices.
About Marintec China 2025
Marintec China is Asia's most influential maritime exhibition and will return for its 22nd edition from 2–5 December 2025 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). The 2025 edition is set to be the largest ever, covering more than 100,000 sqm across nine halls and two outdoor halls. It will feature over 2,200 exhibiting companies and attract around 100,000 professional visitors from 100 countries and regions. Supported by senior Chinese government officials and leading maritime organisations, Marintec China has become a cornerstone for innovation, collaboration, and growth in the global maritime sector. With exhibition space nearly sold out, the event reflects strong confidence in the maritime industry and the enthusiasm to reconnect on a global stage.
Agenda:
14:30-14:40 Registration
14:40-14:45 Opening Remarks from the Ambassador of Norway to China, H.E. Vebjørn Dysvik
14:45- 16:00 Presentations moderated by Mr. Henning Kristoffersen, Commercial counsellor of Royal Norwegian Embassy in Beijing / Country Director of Innovation Norway China
Speakers:
Ms Li Li, Head of DNV Smart Centre
Mr Partrick Banks, VP of Aftermarket Sales, APAC of Kongsberg Maritime
Mr Christoffer Knudsen, Vice President-Global Sales & Marketing of Neuver Maritime
Mr Kenny Liu, Business Director of Norautron
Ms Trude Margel, Chief Commercial Officer of Zegeba
16:00-17:00: Cruise Connects: Networking with refreshments and a chance to mingle with maritime professionals and innovators at the Deck next to the Theater.
Date & Time: 2 December 2025, 14:30 – 17:00
Venue: The Theatre and The Deck, the MINT Zone, Hall N3, Shanghai New International Expo Centre, 2345 Longyang Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai.
MINT Zone剧场, N3 上海新国际博览中心, 中国上海浦东新区龙阳路2345号
PLEASE NOTE: As a member of NBA, you will receive a delegate pass with also access to Marintec Innovation Conference during the Marintec on 3 and 4 December, including:
1. Marintec Innovation Conference
MINO Stage, Hall N4
Session 2: Fuels
(3 Dec, 13:00 - 14:00)
2. Marintec Innovation Conference
MINO Stage, Hall N4
Session 3: Electrifiation
(3 Dec, 15:00 - 16:00)
3. Marintec Innovation Conference
MINO Stage, Hall N4
Session 4: Natural Sources
(4 Dec, 13:00 - 14:00)
4. Marintec Innovation Conference
MINO Stage, Hall N4
Session 5: Nuclear
(4 Dec, 15:00 - 16:00)
(Please select the ones you would like to attend upon registration - Max. 3 sessions incl Norwegian Special Session.)
Join the dialogue that sets the agenda for global maritime transformation, engage with world-class experts, and forge high-value partnerships to advance a smarter, greener future!
