Ocean Business 2027 returns to the National Oceanography Centre in Southampton as a global forum for ocean science and technology professionals.
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Held from 6–8 April 2027, the event provides direct access to the latest marine innovations, from autonomous systems to survey tools and oceanographic sensors.
With a strong emphasis on interactivity, Ocean Business offers over 180 hours of live, hands-on demonstrations, complemented by a packed exhibition and training forum. Whether you’re involved in environmental monitoring, offshore survey, hydrography, or maritime defense, this event connects you to new ideas, global suppliers, and the evolving needs of ocean industries.
When is Ocean Business 2027?
Ocean Business will take place from Tuesday, April 6 to Thursday, April 8, 2027.
Opening Times:
- Tuesday, 6 April – 9:30am to 5:00pm
- Wednesday, 7 April – 9:30am to 6:30pm (includes Wine Trail Social Event)
- Thursday, 8 April – 9:30am to 4:00pm
What’s on at Ocean Business 2027?
Across three days, Ocean Business offers a full program of demonstrations, conference sessions, networking activities, and exhibitions. More than 300 international suppliers will showcase products spanning marine engineering, geophysics, underwater communications, oceanography, renewables, and maritime security.
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The demonstration program allows visitors to see and test equipment in real environments including dockside waters, onboard vessels, a test tank, and classroom settings.
An open-access conference provides insights into current industry developments, while co-hosted meetings enable attendees to tackle operational challenges and discover practical solutions.
The Ocean Careers area introduces emerging professionals to job opportunities and potential employers in the marine sector.
Technologies and Sectors Represented
Ocean Business 2027 will showcase products, technologies, and services across a wide range of marine sectors. Attendees will encounter innovations in areas such as marine autonomous systems, biological and chemical sensors, coastal and offshore survey, environmental monitoring, pollution control, and hydrographic and geophysical survey.
Also featured are solutions in underwater communications, maritime security and defense, marine biology, GIS and mapping, as well as the oil, gas, and renewable energy industries
Previous Highlights
The last edition of Ocean Business attracted 10,500+ attendees from 65 countries, confirming its status as a major global event for the ocean technology community. Returning highlights include the extensive live demonstration program and the Wine Trail social event, providing informal networking in a professional context.
The 2025 event also supported the Marine Conservation Society, with funds raised going toward ocean protection efforts.
Where is the Event?
National Oceanography Centre
European Way
Southampton, UK
SO14 3ZH
To learn more about Ocean Business 2027, to register to attend or exhibit, please click below .
