The Maritime Standard Awards 2025

The Maritime Standard Awards 2025 will be held on 29 October 2025 at Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai, UAE. Celebrating its 12th edition, this gala awards night honors excellence across shipping, ports, maritime services, and technology across the Middle East and Indian Subcontinent. Produced by Flagship Events LLC, the event draws over 1,200 senior industry professionals for a glamorous evening of award ceremonies, entertainment, and networking.

Key Highlights

• Over 20 award categories, including two new ones in 2025: Digital Transformation Award and Heavy Lift/Project Cargo Company of the Year Award, assessed by an expert independent panel.

• Prestigious gala format featuring a red-carpet entrance, celebrity hosts (previously including Debra Stephenson, Alastair Campbell, and Ruud Gullit), a gourmet four-course dinner, and top-tier entertainment.

• Attendance by shipowners, port operators, logistics firms, maritime tech providers, and regulatory bodies from across the region, offering unmatched networking opportunities.

• Strong sponsorship and visibility opportunities for maritime technology, shipping, and service providers through gala table packages and exhibition areas.

Who Should Attend?

• Senior executives from shipping lines, ports, terminals, and logistics companies

• Maritime technology and service solution providers

• Government and maritime regulators, port authorities

• Industry associations, insurers, financiers, and consultants

• Media representatives from maritime publications and platforms

Main Features

• Gala Awards Ceremony: Red-carpet event where categories such as Sustainable Shipping, Port Excellence, and Maritime Innovation are awarded.

• Networking & Sponsorship Experience: Dining and reception formats that foster engagement with regional maritime leaders and enterprises.

• Entertainment & Recognition Program: High-profile presenters, awards for achievement, plus live performances and multimedia showcases.