Date
From: 19 March 2026
To: 21 March 2026
Location
Hangar 29
Rijnkaai 150, 2000 Antwerp
Directions

About this event

The Open Maritime Days are an annual event in the Netherlands where shipping companies, shipyards, and maritime organizations open their doors to the public. Visitors get a unique behind-the-scenes look at the maritime sector and can familiarize themselves with various aspects of shipping, from shipbuilding to logistics. The event offers tours on ships, demonstrations of maritime technology, and activities for all ages. The Open Maritime Days serve as an important platform to promote the maritime sector and to interest young people in a career in this industry.

Highlights

Visitor Numbers:

The event annually attracts thousands of visitors interested in shipping and the maritime sector

Number of Exhibitors:

Various shipping companies, shipyards, ports, and maritime organizations participate by opening their locations

History:

The Open Shipping Days are a tradition in the Netherlands to make the maritime sector accessible to a wide audience

Target Audiences:

Families, school pupils, students, maritime professionals, and anyone interested in shipping and port activities

Themes:

Shipbuilding, port logistics, sustainable shipping, maritime innovation, maritime education, and career opportunities