The global marine fuels and bunkering community will gather once again in Rotterdam this October as ARACON 2026 returns to the Hilton Rotterdam Hotel for three days of high-level industry discussion, networking, and collaboration.

Organised by ship.energy, ARACON is recognised as the leading annual conference dedicated to the marine fuels and bunkering sector in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp (ARA) region. The event brings together senior executives, technical experts, policymakers, shipowners, fuel suppliers, traders, port representatives, and technology innovators to examine the evolving challenges and opportunities shaping the future of marine fuel supply chains.

Under the theme of, Annual review: does the bunker industry need to do business better – or differently? ARACON 2026 will explore key industry developments including fuel supply trends, regulatory compliance, digitalisation, fuel quality, financial resilience, and the growing role of alternative fuels in shipping’s energy transition.

The conference programme will feature expert keynote presentations, interactive panel discussions, case studies, a biofuels course and extensive networking opportunities, alongside an exhibition space showcasing technologies and services supporting the sector’s transformation.

Key focus areas for ARACON 2026 include:

• Market trends and supply chain dynamics across the ARA bunkering hub
• Regulatory developments impacting shipping and fuel suppliers
• Fuel quality assurance and operational best practice
• Credit risk, liquidity pressures, and financial resilience within marine fuel markets
• The accelerating adoption of alternative and lower-carbon marine fuels

Building on the success of ARACON 2025, which attracted participants from across the global shipping and bunkering sectors, the 2026 edition is expected to provide another important platform for industry stakeholders to exchange insights, strengthen partnerships, and discuss practical pathways for the future of marine energy.

“ARACON continues to serve as a vital forum for open and informed discussion at a time of significant change for the marine fuels sector,” said the organisers at ship.energy. “As regulation evolves and new fuels and technologies enter the market, industry collaboration has never been more important.”

In addition to conference participation, sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are available for organisations seeking to position their brands at the heart of the global maritime and bunkering industry.

ARACON 2026 will take place on 21-23 October 2026 at the Hilton Rotterdam Hotel in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

For registration, sponsorship, speaking opportunities, or further information, visit https://ship.energy/conference/aracon-2026/.