IEMA and Electric Hybrid Marine Expo strike up partnership
IEMA, the International Electric Marine Association, and UKi Media & Events, producer of the Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo (E&HME), have announced a strategic partnership to drive forward electrification in the maritime industry.
The global agreement, in which IEMA has been granted exclusive ‘Trade Association Partner’ status, will officially launch at the E&HME being held June 24-26, 2025, at the RAI Exhibition Venue in Amsterdam.
Partnership will showcase at E&HME 2025
The Expo provides the ideal occasion to showcase the breadth of each organization’s interfaces between the private sector and governments, as well as worldwide ports and infrastructure.
IEMA will support a series of compelling events, including educational seminars, expert panels, and engaging discussions, to promote knowledge-sharing among industry leaders and practitioners alike. Additionally, the event in 2025 will feature IEMA’s Annual General Meeting, allowing members to connect, share insights, and contribute to discussions shaping the future of maritime electrification.
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IEMA President, Adria Jover said “This strategic partnership brings together key players to work together to break down the barriers to maritime electrification through collaborative learning, innovation, and access to the latest technology. We are excited to be the Trade Association Partner for the Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo as we continue to accelerate the industry toward sustainable maritime operations.”
Discounts for IEMA members
Roz Guarnori, Portfolio Director at UKi Media & Events., says their global research project has identified and ratified the need to serve all communities in the maritime industry. “Working with IEMA will enable education, networking and technology adoption in a move to support decarbonization. Their wealth of knowledge and commitment to advancing maritime electrification enhances the Expo’s offerings and provides attendees with even more insightful programming and valuable opportunities to connect, learn, and advance their projects.”
A key part of the agreement gives IEMA members exclusive discounted delegate and exhibitor rates for the Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo, including for their Autonomous Ship conferences.
UKi Media & Events was founded in 1991 and now produces numerous exhibitions, conferences and magazines focussed on the industries of transportation, logistics and meteorology. These include shows like the Automotive Testing Expo, Tire Technology Expo, ADAS & Autonomous Vehicle Technology Expo and a new Electric & Hybrid Aerospace Technology Symposium in 2025.
The Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo covers all vessels and port/harbour facilities. and is the world’s leading exhibition and conference focussed on maritime electrification, decarbonization and GHG reduction solutions.
IEMA came together over the past two years as members of the electric boating and shipping industries around the world realized the need for a unified voice to address mutual concerns and expand awareness about the importance of the industry in meeting global climate goals.
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This collaboration of IEMA and UKi marks a major step forward in supporting the maritime industry’s transition to electrification and underscores both organizations’ commitment to creating a cleaner, more sustainable future.
IEMA is the first industry-backed association advocating national and international policies to enable the global marine sector’s transition to zero-emission by 2050. The Association works to address innovation, technology, and implementation challenges in the electric marine industry.
Its members include every major regional and international electric boat and motor company, charging and other integral technology companies, as well as ports and other governmentally overseen organizations.
IEMA’s mission includes advocating for impactful national and international policies to drive carbon neutrality by 2030 across recreational, service, public transportation, and maritime freight sectors, progressing towards a net-zero emissions target by 2050.
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