Maritime Week Africa 2027

19 January - 21 January

Back in Cape Town

The 18th edition of this renowned event will feature eminent industry and government speakers representing bunker buyers and suppliers, ports, refiners, regulators, and maritime professionals, all addressing the unique issues and opportunities shaping Africa’s marine fuels industry.

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Maritime Week Africa 2027

Maritime Week Africa is the premier industry gathering for marine fuels, shipping, and maritime professionals across the African continent. Hosted in Cape Town, the event brings together shipowners, bunker suppliers, fuel producers, ports, regulators, and technology providers to discuss the future of maritime trade and energy in Africa.

The conference serves as a key platform for the global shipping and bunkering community to engage with Africa’s rapidly evolving maritime sector. As African trade volumes expand and ports modernise, the region is becoming increasingly important within global marine fuel supply chains.

By connecting regional stakeholders with international experts, Maritime Week Africa supports collaboration and knowledge exchange across the continent’s maritime ecosystem.

Key Focus Areas

African Bunkering Market Developments
Explore the latest trends in marine fuel supply across Africa’s major ports and bunkering hubs, including opportunities for growth and investment.

Energy Transition & Alternative Marine Fuels
Understand how the global shift toward low-carbon shipping will impact African fuel suppliers, infrastructure development, and port competitiveness.

Maritime Trade & Regional Shipping Dynamics
Gain insights into cargo flows, regional shipping routes, port development strategies, and Africa’s expanding role in global maritime trade.

Regulation & Compliance
Hear from industry experts and regulators on evolving environmental regulations, fuel standards, and international compliance frameworks affecting shipping in the region.

Digitalisation & Operational Efficiency
Discover how new technologies are improving transparency, fuel management, and operational performance across maritime supply chains.

By securing your place early, you can benefit from significantly reduced rates while guaranteeing access to one of Africa’s leading maritime industry gatherings in Cape Town.

Exhibition & Sponsorship

Why not take this opportunity showcase your own company at MWAF27 by becoming a sponsor or exhibitor to demonstrate your commitment to bunkering and to the African maritime sector.

Speaking Opportunities

Speakers and panellists will include bunker suppliers and buyers, traders and brokers, storage and barging companies, fuel testing agencies, regulators, maritime lawyers, and shipping analysts, as well as ship owners and operators.

If you are interested in contributing to the programme, we would welcome your suggestions and comments

Llewellyn Bankes-Hughes

[email protected] | +44 1295 814455

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