Connect. Learn. Lead.
The Motorship Propulsion & Future Fuels Conference is where the global maritime industry comes together to explore the technologies, fuels and strategies shaping the future of sustainable shipping. Bringing together senior decision-makers, technical experts and innovators, the conference provides a unique forum to share knowledge, debate the latest regulatory and technological developments, and build valuable industry connections.
Whether you’re evaluating alternative fuels, advancing propulsion technologies or developing your decarbonisation strategy, you’ll gain practical insights from expert speakers, real-world case studies and discussions with the organisations leading shipping’s energy transition.
This event is designed for professionals across the maritime value chain, including:
- Classification Societies
- Education, Research & Training
- Equipment Manufacturers
- Equipment & Service Suppliers
- Fuels, Energy & Lubricants
- Government Agencies, Industry Bodies & Associations
- Naval Architects & Ship Designers
- Propulsion & Engine Systems – Design, Build, Supply & Repair
- Shipowners & Ship Managers
Why Hamburg?
As one of Europe’s leading maritime hubs, Hamburg provides the ideal setting for the conference. Home to 89 shipping companies representing more than 60% of Germany’s gross merchant tonnage, the city sits at the heart of one of the world’s largest shipping markets. Combined with excellent international transport links and a thriving maritime ecosystem, Hamburg offers delegates unrivalled access to industry leaders, innovators and decision-makers.
Testimonials
Trusted by the Maritime Industry
See what delegates, speakers and sponsors have to say about their experience at The Motorship Propulsion & Future Fuels Conference, and why it’s become a must-attend event for professionals driving the future of shipping.
Motorship PFF conference this year was a real success with some excellent discussions and information sharing. Kudos to the organisers!
Muhammad Usman CEng, FIMarEST, Product Manager Fuel Advisory Lloyds Register
It is insightful and collaborative. A platform bridging new knowledge, future thinking, and collaboration.
Georgios Atzampos Ship Design & Transformation Manager Maersk Mc-Kinney Møller Center
I am happy to be a repeater, I first attended in 2011. In my opinion it is a must attend.
Captain Wolfram Guntermann Director Regulatory Affairs Hapag-Lloyd AG
I really appreciated the level of presentations, discussion, and questions. They reached a level of deeper than usual conferences on maritime decarbonisation.
Stefan Fahrnholz Manager R&D – Decarbonisation Carnival Maritime
The Propulsion & Future Fuels Conference is always one that is interesting to visit because it is one of the few conferences where I find that I might learn something.
Edward Ng General Manager – Technology Gulf Oil Marine Ltd
It gives a real testing of where the industry is with propulsion and fuels. Also I think looking at the big topics companies are thinking about; almost every single session is focused on sustainability and decarbonisation, and I would imagine going back a few years you wouldn’t have such a dominant focus in that area, so I think it is a good way to see where the industry is at.
Joe Bettles Climate Policy & Analysis Manager Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping
"It is one of the few conferences where I find that I might learn something."
A Global Industry Gathering
The 2025 Propulsion & Future Fuels Conference brought together senior maritime professionals from across the globe, representing a diverse mix of organisations and sectors from across the maritime value chain.
Explore the key delegate demographics and see who joined the conversation.
Delegates by Country
| Austria | 1% |
| Canada | 2% |
| Denmark | 13% |
| Finland | 4% |
| France | 4% |
| Germany | 33% |
| Netherlands | 5% |
| Norway | 10% |
| Portugal | 2% |
| Spain | 2% |
| Sweden | 4% |
| Switzerland | 5% |
| UK | 11% |
| USA | 4% |
Delegates by Job Title
| Business Development Manager | 13% |
| CEO / Director / Senior Management | 42% |
| Consultant or Advisor | 8% |
| Engineer | 14% |
| Fleet Development or Project Manager | 15% |
| Sales Director or Manager | 7% |
Delegates by Function
| Classification Society | 2% |
| Equipment Manufacturer | 17% |
| Equipment or Service Supplier | 21% |
| Fuels, Energy, and Lubricants | 17% |
| Government Agency, Industry Body, and/or Association | 7% |
| Propulsion & Engine Systems – Design, Build, and/or Repair | 12% |
| Ship Builder and/or Repairer | 3% |
| Ship Owner or Manager | 10% |
| Surveyor or Consultant | 10% |
Preferential Rates
Shipowners can obtain preferential rates to attend the conference; contact the team today for verification and a discount code by calling +44 1329 825335 or sending an email to info@propulsionconference.com.