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Event overview
Overview
Top Transport Europe serves as a vital meeting point for shippers and carriers, facilitating the development of projects and solutions in the transport and logistics sector.
The event will occur on 14-15 October 2026 at Palais du Pharo in Marseille, bringing together industry leaders and decision-makers for two days of networking and business opportunities.
Top Transport Europe takes place in Marseille, France.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: Top Transport Europe takes place on 14-15 October 2026 at Palais du Pharo, Marseille, France.
- 2Scale and Focus: This event connects shippers and carriers, focusing on concrete solutions in transport and logistics.
- 3Organiser: Hosted by Comexposium One to One, known for facilitating targeted business meetings.
- 4Entry: Registration is required; invitation requests can be made online.
Why visit
Top Transport Europe serves as a vital meeting point for shippers and carriers, facilitating the development of projects and solutions in the transport and logistics sector.
Why exhibit
Attendees will gain insights into the latest transport solutions, network with industry peers, and explore innovative offerings from leading providers.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Logistics managers seeking innovative solutions
Supply chain directors looking for partnerships
Transport decision-makers with concrete projects
Procurement specialists in transport and logistics
Operations managers focused on efficiency improvements
Customs managers exploring compliance solutions
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Transport solution providers
Logistics technology companies
Supply chain management firms
Freight and shipping companies
Consultants in transport optimization
Sustainability solution providers in logistics
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Transport management systems and software
Logistics and supply chain solutions
Freight forwarding services
Sustainable transport technologies
Decarbonization solutions for logistics
Innovative packaging and handling solutions
Location & Facilities
Venue
Palais du Pharo
Marseille, France
Facilities
Parking
Palais du Pharo in Marseille 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: Palais du Pharo in Marseille 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 Palais du Pharo for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Who runs the show
Organisers
Comexposium One to One
How the last edition performed
Previous edition
Last edition
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Completed
Exhibitors: 70
Next edition
Not announced yet
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Marseille, France
Why it matters
On 2026-10-14 to 2026-10-15, Top Transport Europe in Marseille covering Transport management systems and software, Logistics and supply chain solutions, Freight forwarding services, Sustainabl gives packaging buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Sustainability in procurement
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Automation and labour efficiency
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Hybrid engagement models
What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · EUR
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Marseille Provence Airport
to venue
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Hôtel & Suites Maison Montgrand - Vieux Port
3-star
Vieux Port1.5 km from Palais du Pharo to venueUSD 95–122 / night
Breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, parking (paid), air conditioning, pet-friendly, bar, restaurant, kitchen in some rooms
B&B HOTEL Marseille Centre La Joliette
3-star
La Joliette1.4 km from Palais du Pharo to venueUSD 95–122 / night
Breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, parking (paid), air conditioning, pet-friendly, accessible, kid-friendly, smoke-free property
MEININGER Hotel Marseille Centre La Joliette
2-star
La Joliette1.6 km from Palais du Pharo to venueUSD 150–202 / night
Breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, parking (paid), air conditioning, pet-friendly, bar, accessible, smoke-free property
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Airport shuttle bus
Estimated costApprox. EUR 10-12 one way per person (confirm current fare on board or online)
Best forMarseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Gare Saint-Charles, then city connection to Pharo
The airport coach runs between MRS and Marseille Saint-Charles station; from there metro line M1 reaches Vieux Port, with a short bus ride or 15-20 minute walk to the Palais du Pharo.
Taxi / private transfer
Estimated costApprox. EUR 45-65 per vehicle, 30-45 min depending on traffic (confirm metered or fixed fare)
Best forMarseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Palais du Pharo
A direct taxi is the simplest option with luggage. Fixed airport tariffs may apply; ask the driver before departure and keep the receipt for expenses.
Metro (RTM line M1)
Estimated costApprox. EUR 1.70-2.00 single ticket; approx. EUR 5-6 for a 24-hour pass (confirm current RTM tariff)
Best forGare Saint-Charles to Vieux Port, then walk or short bus to Pharo
RTM metro line M1 links the main rail station with the Vieux Port in a few stops. Contactless and mobile tickets are accepted on much of the network.
Tram and city bus (RTM)
Estimated costApprox. EUR 1.70-2.00 per single ride; a 10-trip carnet is roughly EUR 15-16 (confirm)
Best forLa Joliette and Vieux Port hotel districts to Palais du Pharo
Tram and bus lines serve La Joliette, the Vieux Port and the Pharo approach. Use the RTM journey planner on the day for the fastest combination.
Ride-hailing (Uber, Bolt)
Estimated costEUR 35–85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
Best forHotel districts to Palais du Pharo
Ride-hailing is widely used in central Marseille but availability tightens during rush hour and on match days near the Orange Velodrome; taxi ranks at Saint-Charles and the Vieux Port are a fallback.
Car parking
Estimated costApprox. EUR 2-3 per hour, approx. EUR 15-25 per day (confirm at the car park barrier)
Best forPalais du Pharo and Vieux Port car parks
Parking exists at the Pharo itself and in underground car parks around the Vieux Port and La Joliette, all within walking distance of the venue. Event days can fill the closest bays, so arrive early.
Weather
Marseille has a Mediterranean climate and October is a shoulder month: daytime temperatures typically sit around 14-22 C, dropping to roughly 12-15 C at night, with a real chance of showers and episodes of the mistral wind that make the waterfront feel cooler. Rain is usually short and heavy rather than all-day. Treat these as climatological averages, not a forecast, and check a local forecast in the week before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
France has dense 4G/5G coverage in Marseille, and EU roaming rules mean most EU SIMs work at domestic rates. Non-EU visitors can buy a prepaid SIM or eSIM from French operators at the airport or in the city centre; passport registration may be required. Venue Wi-Fi at the Palais du Pharo should be confirmed with the organiser, and mobile data is a sensible backup for the meeting app and email during appointment slots.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business etiquette in Marseille
Meetings usually open with a handshake and a brief personal exchange before commercial content. Address counterparts as Monsieur or Madame until invited otherwise, and keep small talk light and local - football, the port, the Calanques - before moving to rates and volumes.
Scheduling and punctuality
Business appointments run on fixed times and arriving on time matters, but allow slack for Marseille traffic around the Vieux Port and the tunnel entries. Confirm meeting slots in writing the day before; the event timetable is dense and rooms are spread across the Palais du Pharo.
Language
French is the working language for most local companies. Introducing yourself in French and asking whether the counterpart prefers French or English is appreciated; technical and contractual detail is often easier for them in French, so consider bringing a French-speaking colleague.
Lunch and the working day
Lunch is a real break rather than a sandwich at the desk, and business lunches can run long. If your timetable is tight, agree a shorter slot in advance rather than expecting to leave early. Evening events around the Vieux Port often continue the day's conversations.
Local context worth knowing
The Palais du Pharo overlooks the entrance to the Vieux Port, a short walk from the MuCEM, Fort Saint-Jean and the ferry terminal. The mistral can make the waterfront cold even on a sunny day, and the 7th arrondissement is residential, so late-evening venues are mostly around the Vieux Port and La Joliette.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: MRS
Book into Marseille Provence (MRS) for the shortest transfer, or take the TGV to Marseille Saint-Charles if you are travelling within France and prefer rail. For a two-day event, arriving the evening before and leaving the evening of the last day works well given the 30-45 minute airport transfer. Book early for October travel and check baggage rules if you are carrying exhibition materials; keep a printed or offline copy of your registration in case you need it at check-in.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Marseille Provence Airport (MRS). Allow road or rail time to Palais du Pharo; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Palais du Pharo: Vieux Port: Hôtel & Suites Maison Montgrand - Vieux Port; La Joliette: B&B HOTEL Marseille Centre La Joliette; La Joliette: MEININGER Hotel Marseille Centre La Joliette.
Ride-hail: Uber and Bolt both operate in central Marseille and are practical for short hops between hotels and the Palais du Pharo, with typical short-trip fares in the region of EUR 8-15 outside peak hours. Availability tightens during the morning and evening rush and on match days near the Orange Velodrome, and ride-hailing cannot always stop directly at the Pharo entrance, so set the pickup point on Boulevard Charles Livon. Official taxi ranks at Gare Saint-Charles and along the Vieux Port are a reliable fallback, especially with luggage.
Public transit: Marseille's RTM network combines two metro lines, three tram lines and an extensive bus network. For the Palais du Pharo, take metro line M1 to Vieux Port from Gare Saint-Charles, then a short bus ride or a 15-20 minute walk along the Quai de Rive Neuve and up Boulevard Charles Livon. Single tickets cost roughly EUR 1.70-2.00 and a 24-hour pass about EUR 5-6; contactless and mobile tickets are accepted on much of the network. Use the RTM journey planner on the day for live connections and disruptions.
Parking: The Pharo area has parking including the venue's own car park, with additional underground car parks around the Vieux Port and La Joliette within 10-20 minutes' walk of the Palais du Pharo. Expect roughly EUR 2-3 per hour or EUR 15-25 for a full day, and note that event days can fill the closest bays early. Confirm event parking arrangements, access restrictions and any delegate rate with the organiser or the venue before driving in.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: October 2026 (typical edition window; confirm exact dates with the organiser)
Temperature: Approx. 14-22 C by day and 12-15 C at night - climatological averages for Marseille in October, not a forecast. Check a local forecast in the week before you travel.
Seasonality: October is a shoulder month in Provence: mostly bright with occasional short, heavy showers, roughly 60-80 mm of rain across about six to eight wet days. The mistral wind can blow for several days and makes the waterfront feel noticeably cooler, especially in the evening.
Packing: Pack layers: light shirts or tops for mild afternoons, a jumper or jacket for evenings and windy days, and a compact rain jacket or umbrella for showers. Comfortable walking shoes matter because the Vieux Port, MuCEM and the Pharo approach are best covered on foot, and the walk up to the Palais du Pharo includes a slope and steps. Business-casual attire works for meetings; add sunglasses and sun protection for the bright Mediterranean light.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Top Transport Europe usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Confirm your registration and meeting profile (D-14)
T-2
Submit your meeting requests (D-12)
T-3
Book travel to Marseille Provence (MRS) (D-11)
T-4
Reserve a hotel within walking distance (D-10)
T-5
Prepare a one-page lane brief (D-8)
T-6
Check your documents and Schengen status (D-7)
T-7
Build your appointment timetable (D-5)
T-8
Review the conference programme (D-4)
T-9
Plan local transport and payment (D-3)
T-10
Pack for a Mediterranean October (D-1)
T-11
Arrive and orient yourself (Day 0)
T-12
Run the meetings and capture decisions (Day 1-2)
T-13
Debrief and shortlist within 48 hours
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Palais du Pharo
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Top Transport Europe registration concourse
Palais du Pharo
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Palais du Pharo
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights€190.00
- Per diem × 2€150.00
Estimated total€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 Top Transport Europe fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Top Transport Europe, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Transport management systems and software and Logistics and supply chain solutio solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Top Transport Europe in Marseille.
Min. budget
$513.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Transport management systems and software and Logistics and supply chain solutio products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,308.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Marseille show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
What is Top Transport Europe and how does it differ from a normal trade fair?
Top Transport Europe is a transport and logistics business convention held at the Palais du Pharo in Marseille. The core of the format is a schedule of pre-booked one-to-one meetings between shippers and transport or logistics providers, supported by conference sessions, rather than an open exhibition hall you simply walk through.
Who attends Top Transport Europe?
On the buyer side, transport, supply-chain and procurement managers from industrial, retail, FMCG, chemical and distribution companies, plus 3PLs sourcing subcontract capacity. On the supplier side, road hauliers, groupage networks, rail and intermodal operators, sea and air freight providers, freight forwarders, customs brokers and logistics software vendors. Confirm the current edition's participant profile with the organiser.
Where is the event held and how do I reach the Palais du Pharo?
The venue is the Palais du Pharo, Boulevard Charles Livon, in Marseille's 7th arrondissement, above the entrance to the Vieux Port. From Marseille Provence Airport (MRS), about 25 km away, take the airport shuttle to Gare Saint-Charles, then metro line M1 to Vieux Port and a short bus ride or 15-20 minute walk along the waterfront. Taxis take roughly 30-45 minutes depending on traffic.
Is Top Transport Europe open to the public or trade only?
It is a professional event for the transport and logistics industry, so participation is reserved for people working in the sector or buying freight and logistics services. Check the registration conditions and any qualification questions on the organiser site before booking travel.
How do the one-to-one meetings work?
Suppliers publish a profile and shippers indicate which companies they want to meet; the organiser then builds a timetable of short appointments for the days of the event. Both sides usually prepare lane data, volumes and rate expectations in advance, so the meetings are commercial rather than introductory. Request the current edition's meeting rules and appointment quotas from the organiser.
What does it cost to attend or to exhibit?
Participation fees, stand or meeting-desk packages and any shipper delegate rates are set by the organiser and vary by formula and by edition. Prices are not published in a stable public price list, so request a quote from toptransporteurope.com rather than relying on second-hand figures.
Which freight modes are represented?
Road haulage and groupage dominate in volume, with rail and intermodal operators, sea freight and short-sea services linked to the Marseille-Fos port complex, air cargo, contract logistics and warehousing, plus transport management software and customs services. Confirm the current exhibitor list with the organiser.
Do I need a visa to travel to Marseille for the event?
France is in the Schengen area. EU, EEA and Swiss nationals can travel with a national ID card or passport; many other nationalities, including UK passport holders, can enter visa-free for short stays within the 90/180-day limit. Nationalities outside the visa-free list need a Schengen short-stay visa applied for in advance through the French consular service. Check the France-Visas official guidance for your nationality before booking.
Is there parking at or near the Palais du Pharo?
The Pharo area has parking including the venue's own car park, with additional underground car parks around the Vieux Port and La Joliette within walking distance. Expect roughly EUR 2-3 per hour or EUR 15-25 per day; confirm rates and event-day access with the venue or organiser.
What language are the sessions and meetings held in?
The event serves a predominantly French market, so many meetings and sessions run in French, with English used where international participants are involved. Ask the organiser about the language of specific conference sessions and request an interpreter or English-speaking contact if your team does not work in French.
Glossary
- Shipper (chargeur)
- The business that owns the goods being moved and buys transport capacity - the core buyer profile at Top Transport Europe. Shippers typically tender lanes, set service levels and hold the carrier or forwarder to agreed transit times and damage rates.
- Freight forwarder / commissionnaire de transport
- An intermediary that organises transport on behalf of a shipper, often combining modes and subcontracting actual carriers. In France the commissionnaire de transport carries a specific legal responsibility for the execution of the transport it organises.
- 3PL and 4PL
- Third-party logistics providers run warehousing, distribution and transport management on contract; 4PL providers coordinate multiple 3PLs and carriers for a shipper without owning assets. Both appear at the event as buyers of subcontracted linehaul and as suppliers of outsourced supply-chain services.
- FTL / full truckload
- A shipment that occupies an entire trailer, priced per lane and equipment type. Negotiations at the show typically cover capacity commitments, fuel-index clauses and loading/unloading waiting time.
- LTL / groupage
- Less-than-truckload or groupage freight consolidates several shippers' consignments in one trailer, priced by weight, volume and loading metre. Groupage networks are a frequent topic for industrial and retail shippers with fragmented flows.
- Incoterms 2020
- ICC delivery rules (EXW, FCA, FOB, CIF, DAP, DDP and others) that define where risk and cost transfer between seller and buyer. They determine who buys the freight leg and therefore who sits on which side of a meeting at Top Transport Europe.
- Spot rate vs contract rate
- Spot pricing is agreed per shipment for immediate capacity; contract pricing fixes rates and capacity for a period, often with indexation. Shipper procurement teams use the show to compare both models per lane.
- TMS (transport management system)
- Software used to plan loads, tender to carriers, track shipments and settle freight invoices. TMS and visibility platforms exhibit alongside carriers because shippers increasingly buy transport and the data layer together.
- EDI and API connectivity
- Machine-to-machine messaging between shipper, forwarder and carrier systems - EDI messages such as orders, status and invoices, or modern REST APIs. Interoperability is a recurring selection criterion for contract logistics and groupage partners.
- Multimodal / intermodal
- Combining rail, barge or short-sea legs with road for the first and last mile, typically in swap bodies or containers. Rail-road and short-sea-road combinations are central to decarbonisation plans discussed on the Marseille stage.
- Cabotage
- Road haulage by a carrier registered in one country between two points inside another country. Cabotage rules and enforcement affect how European carriers price domestic French flows.
- AEO / OEA (Authorised Economic Operator)
- A customs status granted to reliable traders in the EU, giving simplified controls and faster clearance. Forwarders and customs brokers use AEO status as a qualification argument in shipper tenders.
- Cold chain and ADR
- Temperature-controlled transport for food and pharma, and the ADR rules for dangerous goods by road. Both require dedicated equipment, training and documentation, and are separate sourcing categories in shipper tenders.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Top Transport Europe 2026
- Top Transport Europe Marseille 2026
- Marseille France
- Transport and Logistics Marseille 2026
- Transport and Logistics Trade Show Marseille
- Transport management systems and software
- Logistics and supply chain solutions
- Freight forwarding services
- Sustainable transport technologies
- Transport and Logistics B2B Trade Expo Marseille
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