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8–11 September 2026 | World's Leading Maritime Trade Show
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Trade Show Staff for SMM Hamburg

Professional hostesses, service staff and promoters for the world's leading maritime industry trade show. Internationally experienced, multilingual and representative – for your convincing trade show appearance.

15+ Years Trade Show Experience
Maritime-experienced Staff
99% Reliability Rate
99% Reliability Guarantee

Through our unique 72-hour backup system

72h Pre-Event Mandatory staff confirmation
Real-Time Status Transparent portal overview
Backup System Replacement within 24h
Trusted by Premium Brands

SMM at a Glance

  • Date 2026: 8–11 September 2026
  • Venue: Hamburg Messe und Congress
  • Visitors: approx. 50,000 from 120+ countries
  • Exhibitors: approx. 2,200 from 70+ countries
  • Industry: Shipbuilding, Offshore, Maritime Technology

Why SMM Is Crucial for Your Business

SMM is the world's leading trade show for the maritime industry. Every two years, shipowners, shipyards, suppliers and technology providers meet in Hamburg. This is where major contracts are awarded and international business relationships are forged.

A representative, multilingual team is indispensable at SMM – from VIP hospitality for international delegations to professional booth service.

Successful Projects at Hamburg Trade Shows

Highlights from our previous deployments.

2024

International Energy Provider

2 Hostesses 4 Days
  • Booth supervision and client reception
  • Finger food and beverage service
  • Booth area maintenance and coffee bar operation
2025

Leading Shipping Service Provider

3 Hostesses 4 Days
  • VIP reception for international delegations
  • Multilingual guest services (DE/EN/FR)
  • Meeting appointment coordination

Typical Positions at SMM

These roles we regularly staff for exhibitors in the maritime industry.

Service Staff

Beverage and catering service, booth maintenance and lounge area hospitality.

Promoters

Lead generation, visitor engagement and invitations to product presentations.

Conference Support

Registration, session support and technical assistance at specialist lectures.

What Exhibitors Expect at SMM

Our staff meets the high standards of the international maritime industry.

Multilingual Skills

German & English required. Visitors from 120+ countries – Scandinavian, Chinese or additional languages are a great advantage.

Maritime Affinity

Interest in shipbuilding, offshore or marine technology. Basic technical understanding of industrial products.

International Presence

Confident, cosmopolitan and diplomatic. Experience in dealing with international business clients.

Reliability

Punctuality and resilience during intensive trade show days with high visitor volumes.

Trusted by Leading Brands
Mercedes-Benz Maserati LVMH Coca-Cola Weber LG Genesis Moncler Ferrari Campari Lexware CIVD Frankfurt Galaxy Pappas Keusch Wien Zahnarztpraxis Dr. Osei

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Your Questions – Our Answers

Frequently asked questions about SMM.

We recommend a lead time of 8-10 weeks. SMM takes place only every 2 years and is the world's largest maritime trade show – demand for multilingual staff is correspondingly high.

Your Team for SMM 2026

Secure professional trade show staff for your appearance at SMM now – request a free, no-obligation quote.