August 19 & 20, 2026
Hall F, Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Chicago, USA

Conference Program

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Day One
Morning
Opening Keynote and Welcome
 09:00 - 09:20
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Day One
Morning

Battery short course
 09:30 - 13:00
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    A review of the background of batteries in maritime, how and where they are used and why they are...
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    The key theme will be to ensure that hybrid as well as all electric applications are carefully considered and...
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    A must-see for any attendee operating electric and hybrid vessels if for no other reason than to compare notes....
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    This part will consider the issues of buying on price alone, the benefits of a bigger battery, the importance...
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Day 1
Morning

The future of maritime charging using the Megawatt Charging System
In this session, speakers will highlight the advantages of using the standardized Megawatt Charging System (MCS) to support maritime electrification operations around the world. The panelists will discuss integrations with MCS to date and how the industry is working to modify the standard to better align with maritime needs through the newly launched CharIN Marine Task Force.
 09:30 - 10:30
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Day One
Morning

The future of shipbuilding and ship electrification in the United States
The Trump administration has set a goal to revitalize shipbuilding in the US and ‘Make Shipbuilding Great Again!’. Great shipbuilding needs great technology, so as electrification and hybrid technologies become more commonplace on all types of ships, are US shipyards ready for the challenge of scaling up production and adding advanced technologies? Are US technology providers and shipowners able to find yards to build new ships with the best new technologies? The panel brings in key stakeholders from across these disciplines to address these questions and highlight recent successes and challenges as the industry rises to meet ambitious new goals.
 11:00 - 12:40
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Day One
Afternoon

Incentives and regulations
 14:00 - 17:00
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    Energy Efficient Fisheries (EEF) began as an effort to characterize energy use on small and medium commercial fishing vessels...
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    Leisure boating is only responsible for a minuscule percentage of global CO2 emissions. Even so, the boating industry, led...
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    In 2025, Photon Marine is strengthening ties with states and municipalities, focusing on building sustainable maritime ecosystems. We'll discuss...
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    PropWorldWide is pioneering zero-emission ferry technology to revolutionize urban water transit with a focus on sustainability, efficiency and safety....
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Day One
Afternoon

Challenges of integration
 14:00 - 17:00
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    An electrical/propulsion integrator is essential for electric and hybrid vessel design, merging ship and shore electrical systems with vessel...
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    Electrification may seem daunting, but with the right approach, transitioning to an electric or hybrid system can be straightforward...
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    This presentation challenges misconceptions about propulsion system integrators (PSIs) in the marine industry. While PSIs provide high-performance equipment, they...
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    The integration of utilities, operators and propulsion system integrators is crucial for creating efficient, eco-friendly operations. This collaboration requires...
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Day Two
Morning

Ferry and Passenger Vessel electrification
 08:50 - 14:00
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    This work performed a novel cradle-to-grave lifecycle analysis (LCA) of ferry electrification, including the fuel and vessel lifecycle emissions...
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    The New Zealand city of Auckland has embarked on an ambitious decarbonization program for its commuter fast ferry fleet,...
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    This presentation will examine the advances and hurdles in the electrification of high-speed passenger ferries. We will explore recent...
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    The world’s first fully electric ferry launched 10 years ago. Since then, ferry sector decarbonization has progressed exponentially, fueled...
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    Over the last decade, Derecktor Shipyards has delivered six Subchapter T hybrid-electric ferries while navigating evolving USCG regulations, adapting...
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    As the demand for cleaner, more efficient ferry operations grows, operators face a critical decision: retrofit existing vessels with...
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    Data is not just a tool. It’s the cornerstone for transforming vessels into sustainable, efficient and electrified assets. Better...
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    This presentation is a case study in converting a former diesel superyacht into an electric tourist vessel providing a...
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Day Two
Morning

Shore power and port infrastructure
 09:00 - 12:30
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    The Port of Seattle will give an overview of its recently-completed Seattle Waterfront Clean Energy Strategy, a roadmap for...
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    Shoreside charging infrastructure is a vital component of marine electrification and is needed to support numerous electric vessel technologies....
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    Zinus is a leading supplier of shore power products and autonomous solutions for ports and vessels. Since our company...
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    As the maritime industry moves toward sustainability, vessel electrification is a growing priority. This presentation offers actionable insights for...
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    This presentation provides an overview of the use cases for battery charging and the specific challenges that automated connection...
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    The Mongstad offshore base is one of the busiest bases in Norway. Ships change twice a day to be...
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Day 2
Afternoon

Electrification of workboats
 14:10 - 17:00
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    What does it take to convert a conventional vessel into the world’s longest-range hybrid-electric ship? Join Fleetzero and Glosten...
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    An inventory of tug and harbor craft operating on the Great Lakes was compiled. Three case studies were completed...
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    Workboats are at the forefront of maritime electrification, with offshore support vessels and tugboats leading the way in adopting...
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    This presentation will review the MV Green Diamond operating since 2023 in the Houston port region. The hybrid system...
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Day Two
Afternoon

Developments in Battery ESS
 13:30 - 17:00
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    Relying on cost/kWh as the primary metric for evaluating maritime energy storage systems is misleading, incomplete and outdated. Although...
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    The use of battery power systems in the marine industry has grown significantly. These systems are primarily aimed at...
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    This presentation explores the innovative application of immersion cooling technology in battery systems for marine environments. It highlights how...
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    The presentation will explore how commercial vehicle battery technology is being adapted for marine applications to support emission reduction...
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    The maritime industry has made remarkable strides in lithium-ion battery safety, and there are strong reasons to be optimistic...
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2025 Partners

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