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The Shipowners Conference & Tradeshow aims to become a premier strategic gathering in Québec, highlighting the vital role ship operators play at the heart of the supply chains that support the St. Lawrence–Great Lakes corridor. The inaugural edition will take place on February 17–19, 2027, at the Port of Québec. The event will bring together ship operators, ports, shipyards, suppliers, institutional partners, and decision-makers to foster dialogue, strengthen partnerships, and create new business opportunities.

An event designed for ship operators of the corridor

The 2027 Shipowners Conference & Tradeshow places ship operators at the centre of the conversation. Through a balanced program of conferences, panel discussions, workshops, and targeted business meetings, the event provides a unique forum to share best practices, explore new opportunities, and advance the maritime sector's priorities.

Several reasons to participate in the Conference

For shipowners

The conference offers Ship owners the opportunity to gain deeper insights into the issues shaping the industry's future, connect with peers, and discover suppliers and partners who can support their operations. A strategic event to stay informed, expand your network, and seize new business opportunities.

For exhibitors

The conference gives exhibitors and suppliers the opportunity to connect directly with the corridor's maritime buyers and showcase their solutions to a highly targeted audience. Through a structured B2B platform, the event fosters meaningful business meetings and creates valuable opportunities for business development.

Become an exhibitor

For sponsors

The conference provides sponsors with exceptional brand visibility among a highly influential audience of industry leaders and decision-makers. It also offers the opportunity to position your organization at the heart of a strategic event for the maritime industry and to associate your brand with the development of the St. Lawrence–Great Lakes corridor.

Become a sponsor
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Practical information

  • Conference: February 17-18-19, 2027

    Registration opens: June 8, 2026

    Pre-sale registration: until September 8, 2026

    Exhibitor qualification: December 2026

  • The conference will take place at the Ross Gaudreault Cruise Terminal — Port of Quebec
    84 Dalhousie Street, Quebec City, QC G1K 8M3

  • Pricing coming soon

  • A block of rooms has been reserved at Fairmont Le Château Frontenac for attendees of the Ship Operators Conference 2027.

     

    Location

    Fairmont Le Château Frontenac is located just minutes from the Port of Québec Cruise Terminal, where the conference will take place.

    Fairmont Le Château Frontenac
    1 Rue des Carrières
    Québec City, QC G1R 4P5

    Preferential rate

    To take advantage of the preferential room rate, please book your accommodation using the link below or contact the hotel directly.

    - Online booking
    - Telephone reservations: +1 866 540 4460. Please use the group code ARMAT2027.

    Parking

    Several paid parking facilities are available near the Port of Québec Cruise Terminal, including:

    - Pointe-à-Carcy Parking: 84 Dalhousie Street, Québec City, QC G1K 8M5
    Indigo Parking – Terrasses du Vieux-Port: 76 Dalhousie Street, Québec City, QC G1K 4B2
    SPAQ – Place des Canotiers: 40 Dalhousie Street, Québec City, QC G1K 4B2

  • Preferential Air Canada rates

    Air Canada is pleased to offer preferential airfares to attendees of the Ship Operators Conference 2027.

    North American flights: 5% discount on Standard fares and 10% discount on Flex fares and higher;
    International flights: 10% discount on Standard fares and higher, as well as 12% discount on Business Class fares (exception: 5% discount on the lowest Business Class fare).

    To take advantage of this offer, visit aircanada.com and enter the promotion code below when booking your flight.

    Promotion code: FG9R6681

     

    Applicable conditions
    - Travel destination must be Québec City (YQB), Canada.
    - The eligible travel period is February 8 to March 1, 2027.
    - The offer is valid seven days a week.

  • More information to come

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