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Frequently Asked Questions

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General event information

CMA Shipping is the premier conference for the shipping industry in North America.

Established in 1985 by the Connecticut Maritime Association (CMA) as a luncheon for members and guest, CMA Shipping has since become an industry cornerstone.

Brought to you by CMA and organised by Seatrade Maritime, CMA Shipping is the ultimate opportunity for maritime professionals to stay at the forefront of industry development.

The next edition of CMA Shipping will take place from March 16 - 18, 2027 at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria, Texas - USA.

Yes! In fact, we have an exclusive 'Student Maritime Task Force', which is dedicated to showcasing our leaders of tomorrow.

If you are a student and would be interested in attending, please contact the event team.

You can attend CMA Shipping with a Conference Pass, a Networking Gold Card, or a Expo Pass.

You can register for the Expo pass for free, but this does not include access to the conference theatre, or the official CMA Shipping networking event. More information on ticket prices for 2027 will come soon. 

Complimentary VIP passes are available for vessel owners and are subject to eligibility*. Please contact [email protected] to enquire about complementary VIP passes and to check availability/eligibility.

*Complimentary VIP Passes are limited and available only to C-Suite Executives who work for a ship owner, ship operator or ship manager, who own and/or operate a fleet of trade-going vessels (container shipping, roll-on/roll off, tanker and bulk carriers), operational service vessels (OSVs and PSVs) and cruise lines/passenger vessel operators. Pleasure/leisure vessels do not qualify.

2 free of charge VIP passes will be extended to each executive working for the same qualifying organisation. A 10% discount will be offered to any additional attendees and to employees outside of the scope of C-Suite level.

The 10% discount is applicable on current live rates at time of booking but cannot be used in addition to any Supporting Organisation or Media Partner discounted rates.

Travel and hotel

CMA Shipping takes place at DoubleTree by Hilton Stamford Hotel.

You can find out more about travelling to CMA Shipping here.

 

You can secure a room at the venue hotel, DoubleTree by Hilton Stamford, at a discounted rate, plus free parking. Simply book via this link.

The Connecticut Maritime Association

The Connecticut Maritime Association is a non-profit organisation which was built by its members, for its members, and as such is one of kind.

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