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The shipping cluster gathers

Donsö Shipping Meet aims to elevate Swedish shipping in the international arena, to be a rewarding and productive event for all involved, and to serve its time-honored role as a meeting point for the entire maritime cluster. Unlike the bigger exhibitions in Europe, DSM wants to offer all participants a more intimate event where making genuine connections is the priority.

For the sixth time, on September 3-4, 2019, the island of Donsö will host the industry-renowned
Donsö Shipping Meet. Over the course of two days, representatives from about 100 shipping companies and about 260 exhibitors, in total 2 000 people, will gather to partake in a knowledge-rich agenda of seminars and speed meetings between shipping companies and exhibitors, capped off by a banquet dinnerin the harbor of Donsö for about 1 800 people.

Our mission is to create a fantastic environment for all participants to network with customers, clients and colleagues, as well as support exhibitors and shipping companies in doing business. We strive for everyone to feel welcomed and taken care of.

Donsö Shipping Meet will have all ingredients for a fruitful exhibition. Following the 2009, 2011, 2013, 2015 and 2017 exhibitions, we are focusing on adjusting elements of the event according to the evaluations provided by previous attendees and exhibitors. 90% of the Exhibition stands are booked. We now feel confident in saying that Donsö Shipping Meet offers something unique, both in terms of great business opportunities and the overall experience. Have a look at the participants list so far.

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Ann-Sofie Ankarcrona

Ann-Sofie Ankarcrona

Press contact Project and marketing manager +46 768 94 69 58

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​Donsö Shipping Meet started in 2009 and take place every other year on the island of Donsö, in the southern part of the archipelago of Gothenburg, Sweden. Delegates from all over the world gather on the island eager to discuss shipping and shipping-related topics. A meeting place for the maritime cluster, Donsö Shipping Meet is a lively, friendly event that provides a range of opportunities for making new connections.

The place to be in 2023 was Donsö. Over the course of 3 days, 2,900 delegates from 40 countries gathered to discuss shipping and shipping related topics. 100 shipping companies and 270 exhibiting suppliers came to lend their perspectives, make new connections and forge new business opportunities. By the end of the day, on August 29, 2,100 seated guests enjoyed a three-course meal at the Banquet dinner, where Triple & Touch, Ntombie Shobede, the Star Choir and the Ocean Vocals from Donsö, performed. The Banquet dinner hosts more guests than the Nobel banquet dinner in the Stockholm City Hall!