Offshore Energy Exhibition & Conference 2026 – Netherlands

What to expect in 2026

Offshore Energy Exhibition & Conference 2026 will take place on 24 and 25 November 2026 at RAI Amsterdam in the Netherlands. The annual event brings together professionals from offshore energy and maritime industries, with a strong focus on offshore wind, oil and gas, sustainable maritime solutions, hydrogen, marine energy, carbon capture and storage, offshore solar, nature enhancement, and security. The organiser describes OEEC as Europe’s leading annual event for the offshore energy and maritime industries, with a particular emphasis on Northwest Europe.

The 2026 edition is built around the theme “Harmony” and focuses on cooperation across different parts of the offshore energy value chain. The programme combines an exhibition with conference sessions, stage presentations, company pitches, networking and matchmaking activities. More than 80 speakers are listed for the programme, with more than 55 hours of content planned across the event.

Visitors can expect discussions about the changing energy system, offshore wind development, hydrogen, marine energy, clean technologies, circularity, security, carbon capture and storage, and the relationship between traditional and emerging offshore energy markets. The exhibition is designed for established companies, startups, innovators, policymakers, project developers, suppliers and other industry decision-makers.

Event dates

Offshore Energy Exhibition & Conference 2026 will be held on Tuesday, 24 November and Wednesday, 25 November 2026.

The official opening hours are:

• Tuesday, 24 November 2026: 09:30–21:30
• Wednesday, 25 November 2026: 09:30–18:00

The exhibition and conference take place at RAI Amsterdam, with exhibition activity in Hall 1 and Hall 2 and conference sessions in the Conference Area. Entrance K is used for access to the exhibition and conference.

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Venue & exhibition site

The event venue is RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre, one of the Netherlands’ major international exhibition and conference venues.

Venue: RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre

Address: Europaplein 24, 1078 GZ Amsterdam, Netherlands

Exhibition halls: Hall 1 and Hall 2

Conference location: Conference Area

Entrance: Entrance K

The venue is located close to Amsterdam’s city centre and has direct connections by train, tram, metro and bus. RAI Amsterdam states that it is less than 20 minutes from Schiphol Airport and less than 10 minutes from the city centre under normal travel conditions.

Full industry programme

The 2026 programme combines three main content areas: The Conference, The Stage and The Square. Together, they cover strategic industry discussions, technical and market developments, company presentations and emerging innovations.

The Conference

The conference addresses major questions surrounding the energy transition and the future of offshore energy. Sessions examine how different energy markets can work together and how offshore infrastructure can support secure, sustainable and affordable energy.

Topics include offshore wind, hydrogen, marine energy, oil and gas, carbon capture and storage, offshore solar, clean technologies, nature enhancement, digitalisation and security.

The Stage

The Stage provides presentations, interviews, thought-leadership sessions, innovation showcases and award-related activities. It is intended to give visitors practical insight into current developments, new technologies and business opportunities within offshore energy.

The Square

The Square provides shorter presentations in which companies and representatives from different markets present products, services, challenges and solutions to relevant professional audiences.

Featured companies & exhibitors

OEEC 2026 brings together companies from across the offshore energy and maritime supply chain. The official exhibitor material includes organisations working in offshore wind, marine technology, energy infrastructure, maritime services, engineering, security, digitalisation and other specialist fields.

Examples of companies and organisations represented in the 2026 exhibitor ecosystem include Exail, SeaQurrent, Port of Amsterdam, Van Oord, Seaway 7, Wind Cable Services, TMA Terminals, Next Ocean, SeaSEC, Esgian, Sustainity, Hebo Maritiemservice, BOW Terminal and other industry participants.

Exail

Exail focuses on maritime sensors, autonomous platforms, navigation systems, subsea positioning, maritime drones and robotic technologies for offshore energy and other demanding marine environments.

SeaQurrent

SeaQurrent develops tidal-energy technology based around its TidalKite system, designed to generate predictable renewable electricity from tidal currents.

Van Oord

Van Oord is represented through offshore energy professionals and contributes expertise relating to offshore construction, wind energy and marine infrastructure.

Port and maritime companies

Companies such as Port of Amsterdam, TMA Terminals and other maritime-service providers demonstrate the connection between offshore energy projects, ports, logistics and marine infrastructure.

Industry sectors & technologies

OEEC 2026 covers a broad range of offshore energy markets rather than focusing on one technology.

Offshore wind

Offshore wind remains one of the central sectors, with discussions covering development, installation, infrastructure, energy-system integration, supply chains and future projects.

Oil and gas

The event continues to cover oil and gas alongside emerging energy technologies, particularly issues surrounding energy security, responsible production, offshore infrastructure and the transition toward lower-emission energy systems.

Hydrogen

Hydrogen is another important market, including production, infrastructure, applications and its potential role in integrated offshore energy systems.

Marine energy

Marine energy technologies, including tidal-energy solutions, are represented as part of the wider renewable-energy landscape.

Carbon capture and storage

CCS is included within the programme as an important technology for managing emissions and developing integrated energy infrastructure.

Offshore solar

Offshore solar is also part of the event’s wider clean-energy coverage, reflecting the growing interest in combining renewable technologies in offshore environments.

Security and digitalisation

Seabed security, cybersecurity, digital technologies, monitoring and protection of critical offshore infrastructure are increasingly important themes within the event.

Nature enhancement

The programme also examines how offshore developments can coexist with marine ecosystems and potentially contribute to nature regeneration and biodiversity improvements.

Products, machinery & innovations

The exhibition provides opportunities to see products, equipment, services and technologies used throughout the offshore energy and maritime supply chain.

Visitors can encounter offshore engineering solutions, subsea technologies, maritime sensors, autonomous systems, renewable-energy technologies, vessels and marine equipment, cable-related services, port infrastructure solutions, digital platforms and specialist industrial services.

The event also gives startups and emerging technology companies an opportunity to demonstrate new solutions through the Innovators’ Area. This area is specifically designed to connect innovative ventures with established companies and potential business partners.

Large-scale offshore equipment and machinery can also be presented through the event’s exhibition areas, while an outdoor exhibition area is available for oversized or heavy equipment that cannot easily be demonstrated inside the exhibition halls.

Demonstrations & technical presentations

Technical content is delivered through conference sessions, stage presentations, company pitches and innovation showcases. The programme uses presentations, panel discussions, interviews and other formats to examine developments across offshore energy markets.

The Innovators’ Area gives emerging companies an opportunity to explain their technologies and business concepts. The Square provides short company pitches, allowing visitors to quickly learn about specific products and services.

The event also features innovation-related activities, including the Offshore Energy Innovation Award. These activities give selected companies an opportunity to present new technologies and solutions before an industry audience.

Ticket types & registration

OEEC 2026 offers several visitor registration routes.

Professional ticket

The professional ticket costs approximately $124 and provides access on both 24 and 25 November 2026. It includes access to the exhibition, conference and stage programme, matchmaking programme and official networking activities.

Business Lounge ticket

The Business Lounge ticket costs approximately $266. It includes the standard event access as well as Business Lounge access and additional networking facilities aimed particularly at C-level professionals.

Special professional categories

Dedicated registration routes are also available for students, young professionals and press and media representatives. Eligibility and registration requirements may differ by category.

Trade visitor & professional access

OEEC is primarily a professional B2B event for people working in offshore energy, maritime industries and related supply chains. Its visitor audience includes industry professionals, project leaders, policymakers, technology companies, engineering firms, energy companies, suppliers, investors and other decision-makers.

The exhibition is particularly useful for visitors who want to identify suppliers, compare technologies, meet potential partners and understand developments across multiple offshore energy markets.

Professional visitors can also use the matchmaking programme to arrange business connections and meetings with other participants.

Exhibition halls & floor plan

The 2026 exhibition occupies Hall 1 and Hall 2 at RAI Amsterdam. The official OEEC floor plan provides an interactive way to identify exhibitors, stands, pavilions and key areas throughout the exhibition floor.

Special areas include the Innovators’ Area and dedicated industry pavilions. The event’s exhibition design allows visitors to move between companies and technology providers while also accessing the conference and presentation areas.

The organiser also provides the 2026 floor plan online so visitors can locate participating companies and plan their visit before arriving.

Public transport & parking

RAI Amsterdam is well connected to Amsterdam’s public transport network. Visitors can reach the venue by train, tram, metro and bus, with direct connections available from central Amsterdam and Schiphol Airport.

For visitors arriving by car, RAI Amsterdam has several parking garages. The current standard parking rate is approximately $7.08 per hour, with a maximum of approximately $42.48 per day. An online day exit permit costs approximately $35.40, while the evening rate is approximately $14.75 for the applicable evening period.

P+R option

RAI Amsterdam also operates a P+R arrangement. Depending on the applicable time and conditions, the RAI P+R parking rate can be approximately $15.34 for a weekday before 10:00 or approximately $7.08 after 10:00, subject to the venue’s P+R rules and public transport requirements.

Accommodation areas

Visitors can stay close to RAI Amsterdam or choose accommodation elsewhere in Amsterdam with convenient public transport connections.

RAI and Europaplein

The area immediately around RAI Amsterdam is the most convenient choice for visitors who want to walk to the venue.

Amsterdam Zuid

Amsterdam Zuid offers hotels and excellent transport connections to the RAI area.

De Pijp

De Pijp provides a wider selection of restaurants, accommodation and Amsterdam attractions while remaining relatively close to the venue.

Central Amsterdam

Visitors who want to combine OEEC with sightseeing can stay around Amsterdam Centraal, the canal belt and other central neighbourhoods and travel to RAI by public transport.

Schiphol area

Hotels around Schiphol can also be practical for international visitors with early or late flights, although visitors should allow sufficient travel time to RAI Amsterdam.

Accessibility

RAI Amsterdam provides accessibility facilities for visitors with reduced mobility. The venue has level and spacious corridors, lifts and accessible toilets throughout the building.

Accessible parking spaces are available in parking garages P1, P2, P3 and P4 for visitors with a valid European disabled parking card. These spaces are located close to exits leading to the RAI complex.

Wheelchairs can also be borrowed from RAI Amsterdam with advance reservation. Visitors who require this service should contact the venue before their visit to arrange availability.

Previous year’s highlights

The 2025 edition took place on 25 and 26 November and represented the event’s 18th edition. It brought together thousands of professionals, innovators, project leaders and policymakers from the global energy value chain.

The 2025 programme focused strongly on offshore wind, marine energy, hydrogen and integrated energy systems, while also addressing security, financing and cooperation. The event included discussions around the North Sea, offshore infrastructure and the future of energy security.

Aukje de Vries, the Netherlands’ Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Aid, participated in the 2025 programme, particularly in discussions connected with security and the North Sea. The event also featured the Innovation Award Show and the Young Professional Award, highlighting new ideas and emerging talent within the industry.

Official tickets & registration

Registration for Offshore Energy Exhibition & Conference 2026 is handled through the official OEEC ticketing system. Professional visitors can purchase access for both event days, while eligible students, young professionals and media representatives have dedicated registration options.

The standard professional ticket is approximately $124, while the Business Lounge option is approximately $266. The professional ticket includes access to the exhibition, conference, stage programme, matchmaking and official networking activities.

Visitors should register through the official event website before travelling and check their registration confirmation for the latest access instructions.

Business meetings & networking

Networking is a major part of OEEC 2026. The event provides structured matchmaking alongside informal opportunities to meet exhibitors, energy companies, technology providers, project developers and other professionals.

Matchmaking

The matchmaking programme helps participants identify and connect with relevant business contacts.

Business Lounge

Business Lounge access provides a quieter professional environment for meetings and discussions, with facilities intended for business conversations and C-level networking.

Meeting spaces

OEEC also provides meeting facilities that can be used by participating companies and professionals who need a dedicated location for business discussions.

Networking activities

The professional ticket includes access to official networking activities, allowing participants to continue conversations outside the exhibition floor.

Event rules & visitor information

Visitors should follow the registration, security and access requirements communicated by OEEC and RAI Amsterdam. A valid event registration or ticket is required for entry, and visitors should retain their confirmation for access to the venue.

The exhibition is designed primarily for professional visitors, so attendees should be prepared for a business-oriented environment involving companies, industry specialists, policymakers and technology providers.

Visitors should also follow the venue’s safety instructions and any event-specific requirements concerning photography, restricted areas, exhibition stands and demonstrations. RAI Amsterdam maintains security procedures designed to balance visitor safety with hospitality.

For the latest visitor instructions, programme changes and access information, attendees should check the official OEEC website before travelling.

How to get there

RAI Amsterdam is located at Europaplein 24, 1078 GZ Amsterdam, Netherlands. The venue is positioned near Amsterdam’s A10 ring road and is accessible by both car and public transportation.

By train

RAI Amsterdam has a dedicated railway station, making the venue accessible from Amsterdam and other Dutch cities. International visitors can connect through Amsterdam’s wider rail network.

By metro

Amsterdam Metro provides connections to the RAI area, making metro travel practical from central districts and other parts of the city.

By tram and bus

Tram and bus services also connect the RAI area with Amsterdam neighbourhoods and transport hubs.

From Schiphol Airport

RAI Amsterdam is less than 20 minutes from Schiphol Airport under normal travel conditions, with direct public transport connections available.

By car

Drivers can approach the venue via Amsterdam’s A10 ring road and follow signs for RAI Amsterdam. The navigation address is Europaplein 24, 1078 GZ Amsterdam.