Electrification and hybrid propulsion
What electrification and hybrid propulsion means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
EXPOSHIPPING Istanbul 2027 is set to take place from February 23 to 26 at the Istanbul Expo Center. This event serves as a crucial B2B platform for the maritime industry, connecting key players from shipbuilding, maintenance, and maritime services.
With over 300 exhibitors and 15,000 maritime professionals expected, it offers a unique opportunity to explore the latest innovations and establish valuable business connections. EXPOSHIPPING Istanbul 2027 takes place in Istanbul, Turkey.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: EXPOSHIPPING Istanbul 2027 runs from February 23-26, 2027 at Istanbul Expo Center.
- 2Scale and Focus: This leading maritime trade fair features over 300 exhibitors and 500 global brands.
- 3Organiser: The event is organized by ED Fuarcılık and the İMEAK Chamber of Shipping.
- 4Buyer Authority: Key players from the maritime industry, including shipowners and operators, will attend.
- 5Entry: Free registration is available online for visitors.
Why visit
Attendees will have the chance to discover the latest maritime technologies and solutions all under one roof. Connect with leading brands from Turkey and around the world, and explore new suppliers and business partners. The event covers all core areas of the maritime ecosystem, ensuring a comprehensive experience for professionals.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at EXPOSHIPPING Istanbul provides direct access to over 15,000 maritime professionals and decision-makers. Companies can showcase their products and services to a diverse audience from over 70 countries, enhancing visibility and creating new business opportunities. This is an essential platform for companies looking to expand their reach in the maritime sector.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Ship Owners and Operators
Ship Management Companies
Shipyards and Shipbuilding Companies
Port, Marina and Terminal Operators
Transportation and Maritime Logistics Companies
Classification, Survey and Inspection Organizations
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Shipyards and ship repair yards - commercial newbuilding, dry-docking and refit capacity for bulkers, tankers, container feeders, tugs and offshore support vessels
Marine engine, propulsion and machinery suppliers - main engines, gearboxes, thrusters, boilers, pumps, compressors and spare-part programmes
Marine equipment and ship fittings makers - deck machinery, mooring, hatch covers, valves, piping, HVAC and accommodation outfitting
Marine coatings, chemicals and fuel suppliers - antifouling systems, tank coatings, lubricants, bunker fuel testing and treatment chemicals
Port, terminal and cargo handling technology providers - STS and RTG cranes, terminal tractors, port automation software and electrification retrofits
Marine electronics, navigation and digital systems vendors - ECDIS, bridge consoles, satellite communications, fleet performance and fuel-monitoring software
Classification societies, flag registries and maritime service firms - class, statutory certification, ship management, crewing, insurance, P&I, arbitration and brokerage
Ship chandlery, spare parts distributors and refit contractors - provisions, spare components, interior outfitting and yacht or superyacht refit specialists
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Ships, Yachts and Other Marine Vessels
Ship & Yacht Building, Maintenance and Repair
Ship Fittings and Construction Materials
Main Engines, Gear and Propulsion Systems
Auxiliary Systems and Energy Saving
Digital Technology and Electrical-Electronic Systems
Location & Facilities
Venue
Halls & areas
2Istanbul Fair Center (Istanbul Fuar Merkezi)Istanbul Expo Centre Halls
Istanbul Expo Center
Yeşilköy, Hall 5-6-7, Istanbul, Turkey
Facilities
Parking
Istanbul Expo Center in Istanbul typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Istanbul Expo Center in Istanbul typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Istanbul Expo Center for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Free registration
Who runs the show
Organisers
ED Fuarcılık ve Organizasyon Ltd. Şti.
İMEAK Deniz Ticaret Odası
How the last edition performed
Previous edition
This edition
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Exhibitors: 300
Next edition
Not announced yet
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Istanbul, Turkey
Why it matters
Attending EXPOSHIPPING Istanbul 2027 on 2027-02-23 to 2027-02-26 in Istanbul lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
Industry trends
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Supply-chain regionalisation
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · TRY
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Istanbul Airport
The main international gateway and the best choice for most exhibitors and visitors. Connect by M11 metro towards Gayrettepe with a transfer to the M1A line for Dunya Ticaret Merkezi / Istanbul Fuar Merkezi, by Havaist coach towards Bakirkoy and Yenibosna, or by metered taxi. Allow extra time on Monday mornings and Friday afternoons
approx. 45 km by road to the Istanbul Expo Center in Yesilkoy
to venue
50-75 min by road in normal traffic; longer in weekday rush hour
by car
Sabiha Gokcen
Asian-side airport used by several low-cost and regional carriers. Reaching Yesilkoy means crossing the Bosphorus, so treat 90 minutes as a realistic show-week transfer and avoid tight same-day connections after a late arrival
approx. 60 km by road via the O-7 / TEM corridors and Bosphorus crossing
to venue
60-90 min by road depending on bridge traffic
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
WOW Istanbul Hotel
4-star
Yenibosna, near Istanbul Expo Centerapprox. 300 m walk to venueGuest rating around 4.1 from roughly 6.8K reviews. Breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking, pool, air conditioning, fitness centre, spa and bar listed. The most practical base for exhibitors who want to walk to the halls each morning.
WOW Airport Hotel
4-star airport-style property
Yenibosna, near Istanbul Expo Centerapprox. 270 m walk to venueSteps from the fairground and marketed with a discount versus its usual rate. Amenity detail was not fully captured; confirm breakfast and shuttle terms when booking for the show week.
Istanbul Gonen Hotel
5-star
Yesilkoy / Istanbul Expo Center districtshort ride, approx. 2-4 km to venueUpper-tier choice with breakfast, Wi-Fi and parking listed, flagged as good value for a five-star in the district. Useful for hosting shipowner or yard meetings away from the hall noise.
Osaka Hotel Yenibosna Istanbul
3-star
Yenibosna, near Istanbul Expo Centerapprox. 1.2 km to venueGuest rating around 4.0 with breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking, air conditioning, restaurant, airport shuttle and laundry listed. Frequently discounted; suitable for stand crew on a controlled budget.
Grand Palace Hotel
3-star
Near Istanbul Expo Centerapprox. 1.2 km to venueGuest rating around 3.7. Wi-Fi, air conditioning, breakfast, parking, bar, room service and airport shuttle listed. The cheapest captured option in the immediate cluster, with simpler rooms; check the walking route to the gates.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
metro
Estimated costApprox. TRY 30-45 per single ride loaded on an Istanbulkart
Best forM1A metro: Dunya Ticaret Merkezi / Istanbul Fuar Merkezi station to Yenikapi, Bakirkoy and central Istanbul
The M1A Yenikapi - Ataturk Airport line stops beside the fairground, making this the cheapest reliable way to reach the halls. Buy and top up an Istanbulkart at station machines; the same card covers tram, Marmaray, Metrobus and ferries. Confirm live fares on the Istanbul transport portal.
airport coach
Estimated costApprox. TRY 250-400 one way per passenger
Best forHavaist / airport coach between Istanbul Airport (IST) and the Bakirkoy-Yenibosna hotel strip
Coach services run from the IST arrivals level towards the city's western districts with stops convenient for Yenibosna hotels, then a short taxi or walk to the fairground. Timetables thin out late at night; confirm the last departure before an evening arrival.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. TRY 1,300-1,800 for the approx. 45 km run on the meter; night tariff and bridge or motorway tolls can add to this
Best forIstanbul Airport (IST) to Istanbul Expo Center
Fastest door-to-door option with luggage or stand material. Use the official taxi rank at arrivals, insist on the meter, and keep small notes for the fare. Allow 50 to 75 minutes in normal traffic.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. TRY 1,700-2,300 for the approx. 60 km cross-city run; bridge tolls and traffic can push this higher
Best forSabiha Gokcen (SAW) to Istanbul Expo Center
Crosses the Bosphorus, so the fare and travel time vary with bridge congestion. Pre-booked transfer or a shared shuttle can be cheaper for small groups; budget 60 to 90 minutes.
suburban rail
Estimated costApprox. TRY 30-50 per single journey on Istanbulkart
Best forMarmaray from Yenikapi or Sirkeci to Atakoy, then metro or bus to Yesilkoy and the fairground
Marmaray links the historic peninsula and the Asian side with the western suburbs; Atakoy is the closest station to the venue district, followed by a short taxi or bus hop. Useful if you stay in Sultanahmet or on the Asian side.
ride-hail
Estimated costApprox. TRY 120-250 for the short hotel-to-hall hop; app quotes for longer airport runs typically match the taxi meter band of TRY 1,300-1,800 from IST
Best forApp-based car (BiTaksi, Uber) between Yenibosna or Bakirkoy hotels and the fairground gates
App booking avoids language issues and gives a fixed upfront quote. Demand spikes after the halls close, so order 10 to 15 minutes before you leave the stand.
parking
Estimated costApprox. TRY 150-300 per day for a standard car; exhibitor and heavy-vehicle bays may be quoted separately
Best forIstanbul Expo Center on-site car park, Yesilkoy
On-site parking serves the halls, with separate access for exhibitor vehicles and freight during build-up and dismantling. Tariffs are set by the venue operator and were not published in the captured material; confirm at the gate.
Weather
February in Istanbul is cool, damp and changeable. Daytime temperatures usually sit around 8-10 C with night lows near 3-5 C, and a cold northerly can make it feel close to freezing, with occasional sleet or light snow. Rain or drizzle occurs on roughly 10 to 13 days across the month, and morning sea fog off the Marmara can slow road transfers. Pack a waterproof outer layer and shoes that cope with wet pavements between the halls and the car parks.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Turkey has wide 4G coverage and growing 5G in central Istanbul, and the Istanbul Expo Center halls sit inside the normal urban coverage footprint. Prepaid tourist SIM cards from Turkcell, Vodafone and Turk Telekom are sold at the airports and require passport registration; an eSIM bought before departure is the simplest option for a short show week. Hotel and hall Wi-Fi is common but can be congested at peak session times, so carry a mobile hotspot or a data plan for live demos. Power is 220V at 50Hz with Type F (European two-pin) sockets, so UK and US visitors need an adapter. Confirm roaming charges with your home operator, especially for data-heavy fleet software demonstrations.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business greeting and pace
Handshakes are the standard greeting in the maritime trade, and exchanging business cards in both English and Turkish is appreciated. Meetings often open with tea or coffee and a short relationship-building exchange before technical or commercial detail; rushing straight into price can read as blunt to Turkish counterparts.
Language on the floor
Turkish is the everyday language, but shipyard, classification society and ship management teams at Exposhipping usually work in English. Learning a few phrases for greetings and thanks goes a long way with stand staff, port agents and taxi drivers, and having key technical terms written down in Turkish helps during site visits.
Dress and venue etiquette
Smart business casual is the norm in the halls: jacket without tie for men, business dress or trousers for women. February weather means a coat and closed shoes rather than summer business wear, and the walk between halls and car parks is outdoors.
Religious observance and Fridays
Friday midday prayer is widely observed. Avoid scheduling critical meetings in the 12:00-14:00 window on Fridays, expect some offices and shops to be quieter, and dress modestly if you plan to visit a mosque such as Sultanahmet or Suleymaniye outside show hours.
Tipping, taxis and payments
Tipping is customary but modest: round up taxi fares and leave around 5-10 percent in restaurants. Insist on the meter in taxis, use cards where accepted, and keep small lira notes for porters, kiosks and Istanbulkart top-ups. Prices in tourist areas may be quoted in euros, but the legal currency for payment is the Turkish lira.
Ramadan and public holidays
If your travel extends into Ramadan, expect adjusted restaurant hours and a more subdued daytime pace, though the halls themselves operate normally. Turkish public holidays can close banks and offices at short notice, so check the calendar before fixing bank visits or factory tours around the show.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: IST
Samples pulled for the 23-27 February 2027 window show strong connectivity into Istanbul Airport (IST). From London, British Airways operates a nonstop of about 3 hours 55 minutes with round-trip economy quoted around TRY 10,208-11,377 including taxes and fees for one adult, and KLM connections via Amsterdam as a cheaper alternative. From Dubai, Turkish Airlines nonstop starts around TRY 32,358 while flydubai via a stop is quoted from TRY 24,727, and Sharjah departures appear from TRY 15,289. Long-haul one-stop routings dominate Asia-Pacific: Singapore from TRY 30,649 with Etihad and Emirates connections slightly higher, Tokyo from TRY 44,892 via Abu Dhabi, and Sydney from TRY 46,869. New York shows nonstop Turkish Airlines options of 9 hours 35 minutes to 9 hours 55 minutes, but the capture did not render a fare, so check live pricing. Treat every figure as a sample taken months ahead in Turkish lira, re-check closer to departure, and compare IST against Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) before booking a cheap fare that lands on the Asian side.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Istanbul Airport (IST): 50-75 min by road in normal traffic; longer in weekday rush hour; Sabiha Gokcen (SAW): 60-90 min by road depending on bridge traffic. Allow road or rail time to Istanbul Expo Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Istanbul Expo Center: Yenibosna, near Istanbul Expo Center: WOW Istanbul Hotel; Yenibosna, near Istanbul Expo Center: WOW Airport Hotel; Yesilkoy / Istanbul Expo Center district: Istanbul Gonen Hotel.
Ride-hail: App-based cars operate across Istanbul, with BiTaksi the most common local option and Uber also available in the city. Fares follow the metered taxi tariff plus an app fee, and you get an upfront quote before pickup, which removes the language barrier for hotel-to-venue hops and airport runs. Demand surges after the halls close and in rain, so order 10 to 15 minutes before leaving the stand, and confirm the plate number against the app before getting in. Marti electric scooters and bikes are useful for short trips around Yenibosna and Bakirkoy in dry weather but are not practical with luggage or stand material.
Public transit: The Istanbul Expo Center is served by the M1A metro line at the Dunya Ticaret Merkezi / Istanbul Fuar Merkezi station, which runs from Yenikapi through Bakirkoy and out towards the former Ataturk Airport. Use an Istanbulkart, a single stored-value card valid across metro, tram, Marmaray, Metrobus, funiculars and city ferries, bought from machines at major stations. From Sultanahmet, take the T1 tram to Yenikapi and change to M1A; from the Asian side, Marmaray to Yenikapi or Atakoy plus a short bus or taxi completes the trip. Metrobus along the D100 corridor is fast for the Bakirkoy and Yenibosna stretch but crowded at peak hours. Approximate single-ride fares are TRY 30-50; confirm current tariffs and service hours before relying on a late connection.
Parking: The Istanbul Expo Center has on-site car parks serving the halls, with separate arrangements for visitor cars, exhibitor vehicles and heavy goods during build-up and dismantling. Expect to pay an approximate daily tariff in lira, with exhibitor and long-stay rates quoted by the venue operator rather than published on the event page. Arrive early on the first morning, keep your badge and vehicle pass visible at the barrier, and allow 15 to 20 minutes for the walk from the outer car parks to the entrance. Taxis and app-based cars set down near the main gates; confirm the hall-side drop-off point with the driver before departure, especially when carrying equipment.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: February
Temperature: Daytime highs typically 8-10 C and night lows 3-5 C, with a wind-chill effect off the Marmara that can make it feel below freezing during cold snaps. Indoor halls are heated but the walk between halls, car parks and hotel shuttles is outdoors.
Seasonality: February is one of the wetter months in Istanbul, with rain or drizzle on roughly 10 to 13 days and occasional sleet or light snow, most likely in a cold northerly spell. Morning sea fog can delay Bosphorus crossings and road transfers, and daylight is limited, with sunset before 19:00 across the show dates.
Packing: Bring a waterproof coat with a hood, a warm mid-layer or knitwear for cool halls and evening transfers, closed shoes with grip for wet pavements, and a compact umbrella. Add a scarf and gloves if you feel the cold, a small daypack for catalogues, a power bank, a Type F plug adapter for 220V, and one business outfit that survives a wet 10-minute walk to the fairground.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at EXPOSHIPPING Istanbul 2027 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-14
Confirm your visitor registration on exposhipping.com.tr and print or save the badge confirmation, because the badge desk will ask for it alongside your passport.
T-14
Book the Istanbul hotel now. The Yenibosna and Yesilkoy cluster fills first around a maritime show; hold a cancellable rate and check whether the property runs a fairground shuttle.
T-13
Check Turkish visa or e-visa status for your passport and request a letter of invitation from the organiser if your visa class requires one.
T-12
Draft your meeting list from the exhibitor directory - shipyards for docking slots, equipment makers for your open requisitions, class societies for survey questions - and request slots before the floor gets busy.
T-11
Confirm flight routing into IST or SAW and note that SAW is on the Asian side with a 60 to 90 minute transfer to Yesilkoy.
T-10
Load an Istanbulkart plan or check contactless payment options for M1A metro and Marmaray, and save a taxi app for evening returns.
T-9
Send your technical superintendents the hall plan and split coverage by product family so nobody duplicates the same stand visit.
T-8
Prepare a one-page vessel or fleet profile (vessel types, tonnage, open dry-docking dates) for yard and equipment conversations.
T-7
Arrange travel insurance and check your medical cover, plus any prescription documentation for medication in hand luggage.
T-6
Pack for a cool, wet February: waterproof outer layer, warm mid-layer, closed shoes and a compact umbrella for the walk between halls and car park.
T-5
Download offline maps and the show app if available, and screenshot your hotel address in Turkish for taxi drivers.
T-4
Confirm the daily opening hours and any trade-only access rules on the schedule page, and plan arrival for the first morning rather than mid-afternoon.
T-2
Charge power banks, pack adapter Type F plugs for 220V, and load business cards in both English and Turkish where useful.
T-1
Re-confirm your first three meetings, check the weather forecast for the Marmara region, and set a realistic transfer time from your hotel to the fairground for day one.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Istanbul Expo Center
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2EXPOSHIPPING Istanbul 2027 registration concourse
Istanbul Expo Center
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Istanbul Expo Center
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsTRY 190.00
- Per diem × 2TRY 150.00
Estimated totalTRY 340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether EXPOSHIPPING Istanbul 2027 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published - confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources - confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
When and where does Exposhipping Istanbul take place in 2027?
The 2027 edition runs from 23 to 26 February 2027 at the Istanbul Expo Center (Istanbul Fuar Merkezi) in the Yesilkoy district on the European side of Istanbul, close to the former Ataturk Airport site and the World Trade Center Istanbul. Hall allocation and daily opening hours are published on exposhipping.com.tr; check the schedule page before booking travel.
Who exhibits at Exposhipping and which parts of the maritime supply chain are covered?
The exhibitor mix spans shipyards and ship repair yards, marine equipment and machinery makers, engine and propulsion suppliers, marine coatings and chemicals, deck and cargo handling equipment, port and terminal technology, ship chandlery and spare parts distributors, classification societies, marine electronics and software vendors, and maritime service providers such as ship management, crewing, insurance and brokerage.
Is Exposhipping open to the general public or trade visitors only?
It is a professional maritime trade fair. Access is aimed at shipowners, technical managers, superintendents, shipyard procurement teams, port operators, naval architects and marine equipment buyers. Registration is typically completed online before arrival and a business identity is expected at the badge desk; check the current visitor rules on the organiser site before you travel.
How do I get to the Istanbul Expo Center from Istanbul Airport (IST)?
The fairground is roughly 45 km from Istanbul Airport. Options are the M11 metro link towards Gayrettepe with a transfer to the M1A metro at Yenikapi for the Dunya Ticaret Merkezi / Istanbul Fuar Merkezi station, Havaist or similar airport coaches towards Bakirkoy and Yenibosna, or a metered taxi. Allow 50 to 75 minutes by road in normal traffic and considerably longer in rush hour.
Is Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) a practical arrival airport for the show?
It is workable but slower: SAW sits on the Asian side, roughly 60 km from Yesilkoy, with road transfers usually taking 60 to 90 minutes via the TEM or O-7 corridors and the Bosphorus bridges. If your flight routing favours SAW, budget extra time for the first morning and consider a hotel on the European side for the whole show week.
Which metro station serves the Istanbul Expo Center?
The M1A Yenikapi - Ataturk Airport metro line stops at Dunya Ticaret Merkezi / Istanbul Fuar Merkezi, directly beside the fairground. Load credit onto an Istanbulkart at the station machines; the same card works across metro, tram, Marmaray, Metrobus and city ferries.
Do I need a visa to attend a trade fair in Turkey?
Requirements depend on nationality. Many EU, UK and Gulf passport holders travel for business visits under short-stay arrangements, while other nationalities need an e-visa or a visa from a Turkish consulate. Check the Republic of Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs site and the official e-visa portal for your passport, and carry a printed letter of invitation from the organiser plus your badge confirmation.
What is the language of the show and are sessions translated?
The working language on the floor is Turkish and English, and most international exhibitors staff English-speaking teams. Conference sessions and technical seminars may run in Turkish with English interpretation; confirm the language of specific sessions in the published programme before planning your day around them.
Where should I stay for Exposhipping?
The closest cluster is Yenibosna and Yesilkoy, within walking distance or a short ride of the Istanbul Expo Center, including the WOW Istanbul Hotel and WOW Airport Hotel plus several three-star options around 1 km away. Bakirkoy and Atakoy offer more restaurants and Marmaray connections, while Sultanahmet and Taksim suit visitors who prefer the historic centre and accept a longer daily commute.
How much does it cost to exhibit or to attend?
Stand space rates, shell scheme packages and visitor fees are set by the organiser and vary by hall position and stand size. The listing does not quote prices because no official tariff is published in the material used here; request the current sales folder and visitor terms directly from Expo Shipping before committing budget.
What currency is used in Istanbul and can I pay by card?
The local currency is the Turkish lira (TRY). Cards are widely accepted at hotels, restaurants, taxi apps and the fairground, but keep some cash for small kiosks, porters and Istanbulkart top-ups. Exchange rates move quickly, so check the live rate rather than relying on a printed guide.
Is there parking at the venue and how much does it cost?
The Istanbul Expo Center has on-site car parks serving the halls, with daily tariffs set by the venue operator. Rates are not published in the material used here; budget an approximate daily fee in lira and confirm the current tariff and hall-side entrance at the venue gate or on the fairground website.
Glossary
- Shipyard (tersane)
- A yard with slipways, graving docks or floating docks where commercial, naval or offshore vessels are built, repaired or refitted. Turkish yards along the Marmara, Izmir and Black Sea coasts exhibit at Exposhipping to present berth capacity, dock dimensions and delivery slots.
- Newbuilding orderbook
- The contracted but undelivered tonnage a yard holds. Yard commercial teams arrive at Exposhipping with orderbook availability by vessel type (bulk carrier, tanker, container feeder, chemical tanker, tug, OSV) so owners can judge which delivery windows remain open.
- Dry docking and docking survey
- Taking a vessel out of the water for hull inspection, coating renewal and class surveys. Docking availability, dock length and lifting capacity are the first questions owners and technical managers ask shipyard exhibitors at the show.
- Classification society
- An independent body (for example a member of IACS) that sets and verifies structural and machinery standards for a vessel and issues class certificates. Class representatives at the fair discuss rule updates, survey scheduling and statutory certification.
- Ballast water management system (BWMS)
- Onboard treatment plant that removes or kills organisms in ballast water before discharge, required under the IMO Ballast Water Management Convention. Retrofit engineering, commissioning and service support for BWMS is a recurring exhibit category.
- Scrubber (EGCS)
- Exhaust gas cleaning system that removes sulphur oxides from engine and boiler exhaust, allowing compliance with MARPOL sulphur limits while burning higher-sulphur fuel. Exhibitors cover open-loop, closed-loop and hybrid configurations plus wash-water treatment.
- Bunkering
- Supplying fuel to a vessel. Bunker suppliers, barging operators and fuel-testing laboratories exhibit to meet owners and charterers dealing with VLSFO, marine gasoil and alternative fuels such as LNG and methanol.
- Marine coatings and antifouling
- Hull and tank coatings formulated to protect steel from corrosion and to limit biofouling. Paint makers use the fair to present fouling-release systems, silicone hull coatings and the fuel-saving claims tied to hull performance monitoring.
- Deck machinery and cargo handling
- Winches, windlasses, mooring systems, cranes, hatch covers and ro-ro equipment fitted on deck. Equipment makers exhibit alongside class and flag representatives so installation and certification questions can be settled in one visit.
- Port and terminal equipment
- Ship-to-shore cranes, rubber-tyred gantries, reach stackers, terminal tractors and port automation systems. Port authorities and terminal operators attend to compare handling capacity, electrification options and retrofit packages.
- Ship management and technical management
- Third-party companies that run vessels on behalf of owners: crewing, procurement, maintenance, dry-docking planning and regulatory compliance. Their procurement teams are a core buyer group for spare parts and service suppliers at Exposhipping.
- ECDIS and bridge systems
- Electronic chart display and information systems together with radar, autopilot, AIS and integrated bridge consoles. Marine electronics suppliers exhibit to reach technical superintendents planning bridge upgrades against IMO carriage requirements.
- MARPOL
- The IMO International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, covering oil, noxious liquids, harmful substances, sewage, garbage and air emissions. Most environmental equipment exhibits at the fair map back to a MARPOL annex.
- Offshore support vessel (OSV)
- Platform supply vessels, anchor handlers and standby vessels serving offshore energy installations. Turkish yards and equipment makers use the show to meet offshore operators and chartering desks.
- Ship chandlery and spare parts
- Provision of consumables, spare components and deck/engine stores to vessels in port. Chandlers and spare-part distributors exhibit to connect with ship managers and port agents managing fleet-wide supply contracts.
- Yacht and superyacht refit
- Repair, painting and interior refit work for yachts and superyachts. Turkish refit yards in the Antalya, Bodrum and Istanbul zones present lift capacity, sheds and project management capability to brokers and owners' representatives.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- EXPOSHIPPING Istanbul 2027
- maritime technology expo
- EXPOSHIPPING 2027
- Istanbul Turkey
- Maritime Istanbul 2027
- Shipbuilding Istanbul 2027
- Marine Technology Istanbul 2027
- Ships, Yachts and Other Marine Vessels
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