The International WorkBoat Show Conference Program delivers timely, practical education for professionals across the global maritime industry. Focused on the most pressing issues in the workboat and commercial marine sectors, the program is designed to inform, inspire, and provide actionable insights.
Curated by the WorkBoat and National Fisherman editorial teams, sessions feature industry leaders and technical experts sharing real-world perspectives on emerging trends, operational challenges, regulatory updates, innovation, and business strategy.
With sessions held across various locations, the Conference Program offers diverse formats and specialized content for every corner of the maritime industry.
Our program is curated by the WorkBoat and National Fisherman editorial teams.
Our classroom conference content takes place across four different focuses.
Shipbuilding & Repair sessions will highlight technology innovations and new approaches to vessel construction and maintenance, design, compliance, and workforce.
Shipbuilding & Repair Classroom Sessions Sponsored by:

Government & Military sessions will provide insights into military and government priorities, projects, and requirements for the maritime industry.
Passenger Vessel & Ferry sessions will put a spotlight on recent changes to vessel design, operations, and workforce.
Passenger Vessels & Ferries Classroom Sessions Sponsored by:

Tug, Towboat & Barge sessions will showcase new industry approaches to propulsion selection and crew culture, innovative technologies for navigating inland waterways, and investment market insights.
Sessions cover a diverse range of topics on the most pressing issues in the commercial marine industry today. Below is a sample of what you can expect.
Questions? Please reach out to Carley Milligan, Content Project Manager, at [email protected].