Kurt Farrugia
Chief Executive Officer, Transport Malta
Where the Maritime World comes together.
The International Maritime Conference & Expo is Maritime World’s flagship annual gathering, bringing together everything built throughout the year across our international Road Shows.
Shipowners, ports, government authorities, technology companies, energy leaders, startups and maritime professionals come together in Malta to exchange knowledge, build partnerships and shape the future of the industry.
The Malta Show combines an international conference, exhibition, B2B & B2G meetings, technical and cultural tours, and premium networking into one complete maritime experience at the heart of the Mediterranean.
A strategic maritime hub connecting Europe, Africa and the Middle East. The ideal meeting point for international business, innovation and collaboration.
Conference, exhibition, networking, B2B & B2G meetings, technical and cultural tours, and the Top 10 Startup Pitch, all designed to create meaningful business opportunities.
Bringing together companies, ports, government authorities, technology providers, energy leaders, startups and maritime organisations from across the industry.
















































































Meet C-level executives, government representatives, founders, innovators and industry experts from across the maritime sector, sharing knowledge, experience and the ideas shaping what’s next.

The Honourable Dr. Robert Abela, Prime Minister of Malta, joins Maritime World as Guest of Honour, officially opening the Maritime World Malta Show 2025, Conference & Expo.
His participation reflects Malta's commitment to maritime excellence, innovation and international collaboration, reinforcing the country's position as a leading maritime nation in the Mediterranean.
Discover each day’s agenda, including conference sessions, workshops, networking, exhibitions, B2B & B2G meetings, technical tours and cultural experiences.
A guided visit to Mdina, Malta's silent former capital and one of Europe's finest walled cities, hosted as part of the arrival day. Meeting point: Malta Marriott lobby; 12:45 gather, 13:00 departure by coach, return to the hotel around 16:00.
Open to all attendees, a dedicated break to connect across the expo floor.
Open bar 20:00-21:00, flowing food and VIP networking with speakers, exhibitors and Admiral Pass holders, on the Marriott rooftop. A limited VIP Guest List is open to non-Admiral guests where space allows, confirmed by email.
A visit to Malta Freeport, one of the Mediterranean's leading transhipment hubs, to see large-scale port operations up close.
Open bar 20:00-21:00, flowing food and VIP networking with speakers, exhibitors and Admiral Pass holders. A limited VIP Guest List is open to non-Admiral guests where space allows, confirmed by email.
Thank you for joining the International Maritime Conference & Expo 2025 - Malta Show. Safe travels, and we look forward to welcoming you back at the next Maritime World gathering.
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Ten startups. One stage. Countless opportunities.
Top 10 Startup Pitch · 2025 


Join us on Day 1 as they pitch to industry leaders, investors, government representatives and decision-makers from across the global maritime sector.
Congratulations to every finalist. The stage is yours.
A distinguished panel of maritime leaders, investors, innovation experts and public sector representatives selecting the Top 10 Startup Pitch winner.
Chief Executive Officer, Transport Malta
Head of Start-up Support, Malta Enterprise
Director, Hydrogen Poland & TÜV SÜD
Energy & Hydrogen Expert, TÜV SÜD Polska
Head of Malta’s European Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH Malta)
On Balluta Bay between Sliema and St Julian’s, a resort venue with the conference floor, expo and evening programme in one place.
The Malta Marriott Resort & Spa is the official hotel partner of the Maritime World Malta Show 2025.
Located on the waterfront of Balluta Bay, in the heart of St Julian’s, the hotel hosts the entire event under one roof, including the conference, exhibition, networking events and evening programme.
Thank you for being part of the Maritime World community in Malta. Together, we continue building a stronger global maritime network.