20 January - 22 January
Radisson Collection Hotel, Cape Town
Maritime Week Africa (MWAF), the longest-running and most popular bunkering event in Africa, will return to Cape Town in January 2026, building on its unrivalled reputation for bringing all parts of the industry together for top-level information exchange and direct access to the most influential players in the African maritime sector.
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Overview
The 17th 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.
In 2025, MWAF was held in Mauritius, where discussions centred on traditional bunkering in Africa and the Indian Ocean, the ongoing energy transition, and the impact of geopolitics on voyage patterns and fuel demand. The event also examined the fiscal and legal challenges that have hindered South Africa’s potential as a leading bunkering hub.
In 2026, MWAF will build on these discussions, focusing again on the environmental and geopolitical issues raised in Mauritius while re-examining the factors that continue to hold South Africa back. With important contributions expected from South Africa’s Department of Transport, Transnet National Ports Authority, SAMSA, and the South African Revenue Service (SARS), along with key stakeholders from the supply chain, the conference will provide a platform to explore viable, long-term solutions for the region’s bunkering future.
The conference programme will cover both traditional and emerging fuels, new technologies and regulations, and market developments across Africa, offering a forensic look at the fiscal, legal, and operational challenges impacting South Africa’s bunkering market.
In addition to the flagship conference, Maritime Week Africa 2026 will include:
Now moving to its fabulous new oceanfront venue, the Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town, MWAF26 promises not only a content-rich programme but also unforgettable networking experiences set against one of the world’s most spectacular backdrops.
Wednesday 21 – Thursday 22 January 2026
The two-day conference will build on the environmental and geopolitical issues raised in Mauritius while re-examining South Africa’s challenges, with key input from government and industry. It will also explore shipping and bunkering markets across Africa, including offshore and island regions.
Join a unique and relaxing post-conference boat tour through the quays and terminals of Cape Town’s historic harbour for a close-up view of the port’s facilities and the many ships, workboats and other vessels visiting or working in Cape Town. To secure your place on the tour please email [email protected].
Tuesday 20 January 2026
The course provides a comprehensive overview of oil and liquid cargo transportation, covering crude, petroleum products, LNG, LPG, chemicals, and vegetable oils alongside the vessels designed to carry them.
Participants will gain insight into regional and inter-regional trade flows, vessel economics, and the supply-demand dynamics shaping freight markets.
The course is led by Krishnan Subramaniam, International Vice Chairman of The Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) South Africa.
View Course ProgrammeWhy not take this opportunity showcase your own company at MWAF26 by becoming a sponsor or exhibitor to demonstrate your commitment to bunkering and to the African maritime sector.
Read moreSpeakers 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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