YoungShip Denmark invites the next generation of maritime professionals to three days of ideas, conversations, and connections that matter.
More than a conference, ShipCon26 is a meeting point for ambition, influence, and the future of the industry.
What is ShipCon?
With a kick off evening on the 16th Across two intensive conference days, 17- 18th June 2026 ShipCon26 brings together influential voices from across the maritime world. Industry leaders, decision-makers, and innovators will share sharp insights on profitability and market dynamics to decarbonisation, regulation, and the route to greener shipping with honest discussions that go beyond the usual talking points.
The programme blends keynotes, panels, and interactive sessions designed to inform and challenge how we think and act in shipping as well as opportunities to advance your professional skills. Between sessions, there’s time to connect through meaningful networking, walk-and-talks, and informal moments where real relationships are built.
And when the day winds down, ShipCon26 shifts gears. From rooftop networking and curated dining to a grand gala with entertainment, the experience is as social as it is professional: the kind of setting where the best conversations often happen.
ShipCon26 is for those who are curious, ambitious, and ready to take part in what comes next.
Are you ready to be part of it?
Agenda
DAY 1 - Tuesday, 16th June 2026:
| 17:00 | Arrival of members – water, wine and beers will be served |
| 18:00 |
Welcome from YS Denmark, YS International and Gorrissen Federspiel
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| 18:10 |
Networking with refreshments, if weather permits: BBQ on the rooftop
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| 21:00 | Thank you for today |
DAY 2 - Wednesday, 17th June 2026:
| 8:30 | Registration & breakfast |
| 9:00 | Welcome by the YS DK Board |
| 9:15 | Conference panel to be announced soon |
| 11:00 | Coffee break 15 min |
| 11:15 | Conference panel to be announced soon |
| 12:00 | Lunch at Påfuglen |
| 13:00 | Conference panel to be announced soon |
| 13:45 | Walk & Talk in Tivoli |
| 14:30 | Conference panel to be announced soon |
| 15:00 | Coffee break 15 min |
| 15:15 | Conference panel to be announced soon |
| 16:00 | Coffee break 15 min |
| 16:15 | Conference panel to be announced soon |
| 16:45 | Wrap up & evening plan |
DAY 3 - Thursday, 18th June 2026:
| 8:30 | Breakfast |
| 9:00 | Agenda for today |
| 9:15 | Conference panel to be announced soon |
| 10:00 | Conference panel to be announced soon |
| 10:45 | Coffee break |
| 11:00 | Conference panel to be announced soon |
| 12:00 | Lunch at Påfuglen |
| 13:00 | AI at Sea: How Smart Systems Are Changing Shipping |
| 14:00 | Conference panel to be announced soon |
| 15:00 | Coffee break |
| 15:15 | Conference panel to be announced soon |
| 15:45 | Wrap up and information about the evening |
| 16:45 | Meet up in Nyhavn – Canal cruise |
| 17:15 | Kanalrundfart sigthseeing |
| 18:00 | Arrival at Langelinie – Gala |
Ticket Information
Early Bird Tickets
Secure your Early Bird ticket while they last!
Available in limited numbers from 6 February to 27 March, Early Bird tickets offer exceptional value and full access to the ShipCon26 experience.
Conference only (YS DK member)
If you are a member of YoungShip Denmark, and only want to attend the conference and not the gala.
Conference & Gala (YS DK member)
If you are a member of YoungShip Denmark, and want to attend both the conference and the gala.
Conference only (International Attendee)
These tickets are reserved exclusively for international attendees.
Please select this option if you are not a member of YoungShip Denmark, but belong to another YoungShip chapter, and only want to attend the conference.
Conference & Gala (International Attendee)
These tickets are reserved exclusively for international attendees.
Please select this option if you are not a member of YoungShip Denmark, but belong to another YoungShip chapter, and want to attend both the conference and the gala.
Prices are in DKK, and the ticket is non-refundable.
Panel debate confirmed
AI at Sea: How Smart Systems Are Changing Shipping
Rasmus Saltofte, CEO, Navi Merchants
Nikolaj Purup, Management Consultant, Implement
Christian Hendriksen, Associate Professor, CBS
Jan Simon, VP Head of IT and Digital, Hafnia
What's included?
Your Conference Ticket includes:
- Welcome reception Tuesday, 16th June
- Full access to the 2 day conference at Axelborgsalen, 17th – 18th June
- Admission to Tivoli Gardens on both days
- Breakfast and lunch both days
- Snacks and fresh fruit throughout the day
- Coffee and tea available all day
- Afternoon sweets
Upgrade with the Gala Ticket for an unforgettable Thursday evening:
- Entrance to the ShipCon 2026 Gala at Langelinie Pavillonen
- Canal cruise through Copenhagen
- Welcome drink on arrival
- Elegant 3-course dinner with wine and beer
- Open bar from 22:00 onwards
Hotel for International Attendees
- Standard double room, single occupancy: DKK 1,375 per room per night incl. breakfast*
- DKK 200 supplement for double occupancy.
Questions?
If you have any questions, then please contact YoungShip Denmark Vice Chair, Mathilde Boye at +45 42301597.
Venue
Kick-off Event
Conference
Gala
Sponsors
To be announced soon
Sponsorship packages
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ShipCon 2026
YoungShip Denmark invites the next generation of maritime professionals to three days of ideas, conversations, and connections that matter. More than a conference, ShipCon26 is a meeting point for ambition, influence, and the future of the industry.
We are coming
FAQ
ShipCon 2026 is a three-day gathering for the next generation of maritime professionals, hosted by YoungShip Denmark. It is more than a conference. It is a meeting point for ambition, influence, and the future of the shipping industry. From 16th to 18th June 2026, attendees will share ideas, hear from leading voices and connect through professional insights and social events.
- Dates: 16-18 June 2026
- Main Conference Venue: Axelborgsalen, Vesterbrogade 4, 1620 Copenhagen
- Gala Venue: Langelinie Pavillonen, Copenhagen
- Tuesday, 16 June: Welcome reception and kickoff evening
- Wednesday–Thursday, 17–18 June: Two full conference days at Axelborgsalen
- Thursday evening: ShipCon Gala at Langelinie Pavillonen
Expect two days packed with keynotes, panel discussions and interactive sessions on topics like profitability, market dynamics, decarbonisation, regulation and the path to greener shipping. The format encourages honest conversations and meaningful networking. Social highlights include rooftop networking, curated dinners and the grand gala.
ShipCon26 is designed for young and ambitious maritime professionals from Denmark and abroad under 35 years old, people eager to be part of the conversations shaping the industry’s next chapter.
- Welcome reception (16 June)
- Full conference access (17-18 June)
- Admission to Tivoli Gardens (both days)
- Breakfast, lunch, snacks, sweets, fruit, coffee and tea throughout both days
Upgrade with the Gala Ticket to enjoy:
- Canal cruise through Copenhagen
- Welcome drink
- 3-course dinner with wine and beer
- Open bar from 22:00
- Early Bird Conference Ticket: 1500 dkk
- Early Bird Conference + Gala Ticket: 2300 dkk
Tickets are available from 6 February to 27 March in limited quantities
- Early bird before 27th March: 1500 dkk
- Standard from 28th March: 2000 dkk
- Gala (add on): 800 dkk
No, tickets are non-refundable, personal and non-transferable.
No, the tickets are for only the person who buys it.
Yes. ShipCon has arranged a special rate with WakeUp Copenhagen – Bernstorffsgade, near the venue and central station.
- Standard double room (single occupancy): DKK 1375 per night incl. breakfast
- Double occupancy supplement: DKK 200 per night
Mention “ShipCon 2026” in the comments section when booking your ticket to receive the hotel booking link.
Contact Mathilde Boye at +45 4230 1597 for any questions about registration, accommodation or logistics.
The detailed agenda will be announced soon. Follow YoungShip Denmark’s official channels for updates and announcements.