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 at Gorrissen Federspiel! |
| 18:00 |
Welcome from YS Denmark, YS International and Gorrissen Federspiel
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| 18:10 |
Networking with refreshments and BBQ
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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 YoungShip Board, with Mathilde Boye (ShipCon Lead & Head of Events in YoungShip Denmark) & Marie Christensen (President of YoungShip Denmark) |
| 9:15 | Opening keynote speech by Jan Rindbo, CEO of DS Norden |
| 10:00 | Panel debate: Turbulent Seas: Geopolitics’ Impact on Global Shipping |
| 11:15 | Closing the skill gap, challenges, skills required in the Maritime Industry by Irene Rosberg, Blue MBA Director at Copenhagen Business School |
| 12:00 | Lunch at Boksen, Axelborg |
| 13:00 | The Kingdom of Denmark in Geopolitical Turmoil, Peter Appel & Thomas Christensen, Gorrissen Federspiel |
| 14:00 | Walk & Talk |
| 15:15 | Panel debate: No Silver Bullets: Building a Realistic Green Transition in Shipping |
| 16:15 | Closing speech with Natalia Margioli, Vice-President of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers |
| 16:45 | Wrap up & evening plan |
| 18:00 | Evening mingling at Seaside Toldboden |
DAY 3 - Thursday, 18th June 2026:
| 8:30 | Arrival & light breakfast |
| 9:00 | Welcome by Mathilde & Marie |
| 9:15 | No Fixed Course – Building an International Career in Shipping, Hans-Christian Mordhorst, CRO of Ofiniti |
| 9:45 | Career talk with Niels Josefsen, former CEO of Lauritzen Bulkers and William Eduard, Director in ESG Advisory Services at KPMG |
| 11:00 | Solving Shipping’s Next Challenge – Case Study by Implement |
| 12:00 | Lunch at Påfuglen, Tivoli |
| 13:00 | Panel debate: AI at Sea: How Smart Systems Are Changing Shipping |
| 14:00 | BIMCO Masterclass: Digital First – BIMCO’s Perspective on China’s Maritime Digitalisation |
| 15:00 | Closing speaker, Simon Bergulf, Vice President, Environment & Climate at World Shipping Council |
| 15:40 | Wrap up and information about the evening |
| 16:45 | Meet up at Ofelia Plads |
| 17:15 | Kanalrundfart sigthseeing, with refreshments sponsored by Svaneke Bryghus |
| 18:00 | Arrival at Langelinie Pavilion |
| 19:00 | Dinner with entertainment |
| 22:00 | Party with DJ |
Ticket Information
Tickets
Ticket sale is closed!
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.
Gala only (limited time offer)
This ticket gives access to the gala - not the conference.
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
Agnieszka Nowinska, Associate Professor, Aalborg University Business School
Jan Simon, VP Head of IT and Digital, Hafnia
David Gulbrandsen Managing Director, Ofiniti Labs & Co-founder, Ofiniti
Turbulent Seas: Geopolitics’ Impact on Global Shipping
Arne Lohmann, Chief Analyst, Global Risk Management
Jacob K. Clasen, Deputy CEO, Danish Shipping
Chris Greenwood, Marine & Offshore WEA Commercial Director, Bureau Veritas
one more representative to announced soon
No Silver Bullets: Building a Realistic Green Transition in Shipping
Bo Cerup-Simonsen, CEO, Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping
Olof Klintholm, Head of Energy Transition, MB Shipbrokers
Lars V. Mathiasen, VP of Tanker Department, Head of Commercial Decarb & Bunkers, TORM
Manja Ostertag, Head of Biofuels, Bunker Holding Group
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.
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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
Our membership corresponds to your country of residence. For example, if you reside in Denmark, you are automatically part of YoungShip Denmark. Members based in other locations, such as Oslo, will belong to their respective local chapter (e.g., YoungShip Oslo).
To participate in YoungShip activities, you must be a registered member of an official chapter. Registration is quick and ensures full access to our events and community network.
- 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.
Becoming a YoungShip member means you are registered with one of our official YoungShip chapters. Membership provides access to a variety of professional and social events throughout the year. In Denmark, membership is free of charge, you simply need to register in advance to attend events.
Currently, gala tickets are not available for individual purchase. However, it might be available closer to the event date, subject to capacity.