Ships and Ports Meeting 2027

It will take place on Friday 26^th February 2027 at the Royal Maas Yacht Club, Veerdam 1, 3016 DD Rotterdam, The Netherlands.

We’re delighted to have exclusive use of the venue, meaning the whole event will be held at the Yacht Club.

Welcome coffee and Registration: 09:30-10:15

Morning Session 1: 10:15-11:15

Coffee and Networking: 11:15-12:15

Morning Session 2: 12:15-13:15

Lunch and Networking: 13:15-14:30

Session 3 (Meetings with ship representatives): 14:45-17:00

Dinner: 19:00 (This will be a seated three course meal, taking place at the Royal Maas Yacht Club in the Great Hall)

Please see below, recommended accommodation to assist in the planning of your trip to the Ships and Ports Meeting 2027.

We anticipate high demand for accommodation in the city during the event, therefore we recommend making your reservations as soon as possible.

DoubleTree by Hilton, Rotterdam Centre 4*

A 10 minute walk from the Royal Maas Yacht Club.

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Hotel New York by Westcord 4*

A historic boutique hotel, located on the waterfront. A 20 minute walk from the Yacht Club over the Erasmus Bridge or you can take the scenic water taxi across the River Maas, which will drop you off just outside the Yacht Club. Fares from 4.50 EUR per person each way.

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Rose Hotel Rotterdam 4*

A 4-minute walk from the Yacht Club, offering comfortable rooms and a continental breakfast.

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For those of you seeking something a bit different, here are a few options for a room on the water:

The ‘Marie Galante’ (in the Veerhaven, right next to the Royal Maas Yacht Club)

The ‘Rooms on water’ – Located next to the Maritime Museum (20 minute walk from the Yacht Club)

The ‘Logeerboot’ – Located next to the Maritime Museum (20 minute walk from the Yacht Club)

Rotterdam Central Station is the nearest train station to the Royal Maas Yacht Club.

There are direct routes by train from Schiphol Airport.

The Intercity Direct train is the fastest and easiest way to get from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Central, taking just 28 minutes approximately.

The train platforms are below Schiphol Plaza (the airport’s main arrivals hall)

The basic one-way fare is 16.40 Euros, however a small high-speed supplement called the intercity direct surcharge is added. Please find more information here: Click Here

From Rotterdam Central Station to the venue, you have a couple of options:

Walking takes about 25-30 minutes along the tree-lined Westersingel Canal, crossing the large Vasteland intersection and continuing onto the historic district of Veerkade.

By tram – Tram line 7 (Direct – Takes 15-20 minutes) – Board at the main transit plaza outside Rotterdam Central Station. Get off at Westplein. Walk South towards the waterfront for about 3 minutes. The trams in Rotterdam use ‘Tap to Pay’ and all major providers are accepted. Please note, you must tap out on the reader when you exit the tram, otherwise you will be charged a higher fare.

*Please note, all prices given are accurate at time of publishing and may be subject to change.