Scope of the Forum
The Sustainable Shipping Days 2026 (SSD) aim to explore and promote advancements in maritime sustainability through the integration of fuel cell-based onboard energy systems and electrolysis technology at ports for fuel supply. Over one and a half days, this event will facilitate connecting experts, industry leaders, and researchers in these vital fields. It will focus on presenting and fostering in-depth discussions about the latest developments in maritime fuel cell technology, showcasing its potential to power ships, enhance energy efficiency, and reduce emissions. Furthermore, the conference will emphasize the pivotal role of electrolysis in green hydrogen production for sustainable fuel supply at ports for ambitions of net-zero. It will encourage dialogues regarding the integration of these technologies into the shipping industry, with a keen eye on their broader impacts on environmental conservation, energy security, and market dynamics.
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1. Marine fuel cell technologies and hybrid systems
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2. Advanced propulsion and drivetrain solutions
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3. Integration of fuel cells and electrolysers in ships and ports
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4. Digital twins and operational optimisation
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5. Systems integrated with reformers or carbon capture
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6. Electrolysis and green marine fuel production
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7. Port and ecosystem integration strategies
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8. Rules, regulations, and classification frameworks
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9 January 2026
Abstract Submission Deadline.
Late submissions can’t be considered for oral presentation.
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February 2026
Notification of Acceptance
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April 2026
Final Program Release– including:
Keynote Speakers, Session Program, and Links to the Definitive Oral, Poster Lists
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29-30 June 2026
SSD 2026 Sustainable Shipping Days
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Nostalgic paddle wheel steamers connect the romantic town to many piers of charming sites. From there you may ascend picturesque “Mount Rigi” and steep “Mount Pilatus”, or reach the high regions in the Alps of Switzerland. Cogwheel mountain trains, cable cars or aerial tramways take you past alpine scenery to breath-taking panoramic views of the Top of Switzerland. Most of the places can be reached between 1 – 3 hours travel. Lucerne itself is built along the “Lake of Lucerne” and the “Reuss River”, outflow of the lake. The medieval part is closest to the waterfront. Bridges connect both banks. The famous wooden “Kapellbrücke” has been perfectly rebuilt by local artisan after total destruction by a catastrophic fire in 1993. Lucerne is located in the heart of Western Europe. You may ideally combine your conference participation with business visits or private trips before and after the event.
| Conference Fees* Early Bird ends 31 March | Physical | Physical | Physical | Virtual | Virtual |
| Students 28 or younger, Trainees & Unemployed with valid identification | 400 | +150 | +100 CHF | 200 | +100CHF |
| Government, universities, consultants etc. | 800 | +150 | +100 CHF | 350 | +100CHF |
| Industry and commerce (includes 440 CHF donation for student support*) | 1'100 | +150 | +100 CHF | 350 | +100CHF |
| Single Day (Mo incl. Dinner, Tu full day) | 550 | +150 | +100 CHF | 350 | +100CHF |
| *FREE OFFER for paying industry & commerce participants to introduce company & advertise products, services: 5-min power pitch + QA. Conditions: Upload of 1/2 page abstract; first come first serve as long as slots are available; No other presentation booked. All fees are incl. VAT, where applicable. |
| Other EVENTS see separate Websites: Combination rebates might be available. All Registrations are handled in one tool. | |||
Regular fees include: Access to complete SSDays (sessions/posters/networking events); Program, Book of Abstract, Participant Gifts, handed out virtual & physical Info, Business Lunch, Refreshments and the "SSD Networking Dinner" on Monday 29 June (supported by EFCF, guest tickets for 140.- CHF); EFCF Welcome Reception on 2 July; visit of EFCF 2026 Exhibition & Poster Hall; Attractive rebates to join EFCF Sessions, additional events and FCH Tutorials (online & onsite); Post conference access to all available, live streams, impressions and contributions on "SSD library" and "Lucerne Open Repository" (HSLU-LORY) of SSD 2026 and at least 5 years before.
Ask for group rebate. All fees include the 8.1% VAT, where applicable. One Swiss Franc “CHF” is valued at about 1.07 EURO, 1.25 US Dollar, 184 YEN, 8.91 CNY (October 2025, see www.SSDship.com/Currency).
KKL
The "Kultur- und Kongresszentrum Luzern" (KKL) is on the waterfront of Lake Lucerne. Conveniently adjoining the main train station and situated just a short stroll from the centre of the old town and many hotels and restaurants. More information about and on getting to the KKL can be seen here or here (Your Arrival at KKL).
Ahmed Abdelhakim, Global Product Manager, Onboard DC Grid™ System,
ABB Marine & Ports
Syed-Asif Ansar, Board Chair, Head of Department Energy System Integration, Institute of Engineering Thermodynamics,
German Aerospace Center (DLR)
Jan Egbertsen, Manager Strategy Innovation,
Port of Amsterdam
Laurence Grand-Clément, Founder and CEO,
Persee
Steffen Knodt, Founder of Deepblue Earth, and Head of Business Development at the DLR,
Member of the German Ocean Decade Committee
Øystein Ulleberg, Chief Scientist,
Institute for Energy Technology (IFE)
Berend van Veldhuizen, Power System Researcher,
Feadship
Kevin Koosup Yum, Senior Vice President,
HD Hyundai Europe R&D Center
Malte Zeretzke, Head of R&D,
Carnival Maritime
*Board Chair
Chairs of the Conference
Dr. Syed Asif Ansar currently holds the position of Head of the Department of Energy System Integration at the German Aerospace Center (DLR). His primary focus centers around the development of technologies aimed at reducing carbon intensity in both waterborne and airborne transport sectors.
To achieve this, his department, comprising a dedicated team of over 70 professionals, concentrates on advancing the domains of Fuel Cell and Battery powertrains, as well as the generation of hydrogen and its derivatives through cutting-edge Electrolyser technologies. The laboratories are equipped with comprehensive experimental facilities spanning both laboratory to pilot-scale operations.
Dr. Ansar's has also served as a member of the Roadmap Leaders Committee of the EU Clean Hydrogen and a steering board member of the EERA Fuel Cell and Hydrogen. He has authored over 80 published papers, multiple book chapters, and the secured 10 patents. He attained his doctorate from the University of Limoges, France in 2004.