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Hamburg as a Maritime Conference and Exhibition Hub
In this episode of Maritime Matters, host Dr Matthias Catón, Managing Director of the German Maritime Centre, welcomes Claus Ulrich Selbach, Vice President Exhibitions Maritime & Energy at Hamburg Messe und Congress. The discussion centres on Hamburg’s role as a maritime hub, the city’s unique advantages for convening the international shipping and energy industries, and the future of trade fairs, innovation, and cluster development. Uli shares reflections from over 25 years in the events sector, offering insights into how Hamburg has grown its reputation as a global meeting place for maritime professionals.
Key Topics:
• Hamburg as a Maritime Hub: Uli describes the city’s central location, vibrant port, and its role in attracting maritime businesses and events.
• Global Trade Fairs and Cluster Growth: The episode highlights major events such as SMM and Wind Energy Hamburg, as well as new initiatives like All About Ports. Uli explains how these fairs not only bring visitors but also foster cluster development and global partnerships.
• Innovation and Industry Adaptation: Uli details the importance of constant innovation, feedback, and staying ahead of industry trends.
• International Cooperation and Expansion: The conversation includes Hamburg Messe und Congress’s joint ventures and projects abroad, in places such as Mumbai and Singapore, illustrating the city’s global outlook and reach.
Guest Bio: Claus Ulrich Selbach is Vice President Exhibitions Maritime & Energy at Hamburg Messe und Congress GmbH, overseeing a portfolio of leading international trade fairs including SMM and Wind Energy Hamburg. With a background in social sciences and history, and decades of sector experience, Uli is recognised for his strategic approach to networking, business development, and cluster growth in Hamburg and beyond.
Nautical Numbers: Uli’s chosen figure reflects the diversity of future propulsion systems for shipping, emphasising the need for a blend of technologies: hydrogen, ammonia, methanol, LNG, wind, and more. He notes SMM as the only global event where all these solutions can be found together and discussed in depth.
Navigator’s Table: Uli recommends the Hafen-Klub in Hamburg as his favourite maritime dining spot – an exclusive members’ venue offering stunning views of the port and Hanseatic flair. Events can be arranged there, or listeners can try to join as guests for a unique Hamburg experience.
Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Maritime Matters for conversations with industry leaders shaping maritime Germany and the global sector. For more on upcoming events, cluster activities, and maritime perspectives through a German lens, visit the German Maritime Centre’s website. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with colleagues in the industry and keep listening for more expert insights from Hamburg and around the world.
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By German Maritime CentreIn this episode of Maritime Matters, host Dr Matthias Catón, Managing Director of the German Maritime Centre, welcomes Claus Ulrich Selbach, Vice President Exhibitions Maritime & Energy at Hamburg Messe und Congress. The discussion centres on Hamburg’s role as a maritime hub, the city’s unique advantages for convening the international shipping and energy industries, and the future of trade fairs, innovation, and cluster development. Uli shares reflections from over 25 years in the events sector, offering insights into how Hamburg has grown its reputation as a global meeting place for maritime professionals.
Key Topics:
• Hamburg as a Maritime Hub: Uli describes the city’s central location, vibrant port, and its role in attracting maritime businesses and events.
• Global Trade Fairs and Cluster Growth: The episode highlights major events such as SMM and Wind Energy Hamburg, as well as new initiatives like All About Ports. Uli explains how these fairs not only bring visitors but also foster cluster development and global partnerships.
• Innovation and Industry Adaptation: Uli details the importance of constant innovation, feedback, and staying ahead of industry trends.
• International Cooperation and Expansion: The conversation includes Hamburg Messe und Congress’s joint ventures and projects abroad, in places such as Mumbai and Singapore, illustrating the city’s global outlook and reach.
Guest Bio: Claus Ulrich Selbach is Vice President Exhibitions Maritime & Energy at Hamburg Messe und Congress GmbH, overseeing a portfolio of leading international trade fairs including SMM and Wind Energy Hamburg. With a background in social sciences and history, and decades of sector experience, Uli is recognised for his strategic approach to networking, business development, and cluster growth in Hamburg and beyond.
Nautical Numbers: Uli’s chosen figure reflects the diversity of future propulsion systems for shipping, emphasising the need for a blend of technologies: hydrogen, ammonia, methanol, LNG, wind, and more. He notes SMM as the only global event where all these solutions can be found together and discussed in depth.
Navigator’s Table: Uli recommends the Hafen-Klub in Hamburg as his favourite maritime dining spot – an exclusive members’ venue offering stunning views of the port and Hanseatic flair. Events can be arranged there, or listeners can try to join as guests for a unique Hamburg experience.
Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Maritime Matters for conversations with industry leaders shaping maritime Germany and the global sector. For more on upcoming events, cluster activities, and maritime perspectives through a German lens, visit the German Maritime Centre’s website. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with colleagues in the industry and keep listening for more expert insights from Hamburg and around the world.