SNAME Maritime Convention 2025

SMC 2025 is the gathering for engineers, naval architects, equipment suppliers, and experts in maritime design, construction and operations. This premier event provides the opportunity to enhance technical knowledge and build relationships with others in the international maritime and ocean community! 

The 2025 SNAME Maritime Convention (SMC 2025) pre-Convention activities will take place on Wednesday, 29 October and the technical sessions will take place on Thursday and Friday, 30-31 October 2025 at the Hilton the Main in Norfolk, Virginia, USA.

This meeting is an exciting opportunity for engineers, naval architects, equipment suppliers, and construction and manufacturing experts from all fields to collaborate and learn how proven new technologies can improve every aspect of the maritime industry.  It is also an excellent forum for suppliers to display equipment and discuss modern solutions their company can provide to meet current and future industry requirements. While at the Convention, take time to experience the Norfolk waterfront and its restaurants and shops, or visit the Hampton Roads Naval Museum/Nauticus Museum and the USS Wisconsin, BB-64.