Panama: The Gateway Connecting the Americas to the World
The Maritime Convention of the Americas (MCA) is the leading business and cooperation platform for the maritime, logistics, and port industries of the Western Hemisphere.
Hosted by the Panama Maritime Chamber, MCA 2026 will bring together global decision-makers to explore investment opportunities, strengthen regional alliances, and showcase Panama’s role as the strategic maritime hub of the Americas.
Sponsors
Gold sponsor
Institutional Partner
Partners
Media Partners
Strategic Partner
Destination
Main Objectives | The Maritime Convention of the Americas (MCA)
Promote high-level networking between international companies, investors, and institutions.
Present Panama’s National Maritime Strategy to the global market.
Facilitate real business opportunities throug
Encourage innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation within the sector.
Speakers
His Excellency Arsenio Domínguez – Secretary General
Plenary: Opening remarks
International Maritime Organization (IMO)
Mr. Paul Pathy
President & CEO
Topic: Trade Under Pressure: The Commercial Reality of Shipping
Baltic and International Maritime Council | BIMCO
David Loosley
Secretary General & CEO
Topic: Opening remarks for the 2nd day of MCA conferences
Baltic and International Maritime Council | BIMCO
Tim Wilkins
Managing Director
Topic: Building Resilient Energy Supply Chains in an Era of Geopolitical Uncertainty.
International Association of Independent Tanker Owners (INTERTANKO)
Thomas Kazakos
Secretary General
Topic: Beyond the Horizon: Forging ahead through uncertainty.
International Chamber of Shipping (ICS)
Mercedes Pardo
CEO
Topic: Training & Talent: Facing Industry Challenges
Spanish Maritime Institude
Hugo Canella
Account Manager for Brazil, Panama, Guyana and Suriname
Topic: The Future of Maritime Regulation: Balancing Innovation, Safety and Global Trade
Lloyd’s Register’s
Erik Plaisier
Regional Business Developer for Latin America
Topic: The Future of Maritime Regulation: Balancing Innovation, Safety and Global Trade
Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Conference Acess
- Access to the Trade Exhibition
- Badge
- Digital Certificate of Participation
- Welcome kit
- Lunches
- Coffee breaks
Early bird registration ends April 15
Registration fee as delegate will increase after this date
What makes MCA different
Unlike traditional exhibitions, MCA is built around connection and action, combining conferences, workshops and commercial exhibition with an exclusive Doing Business Program that connects global buyers with qualified suppliers through pre-schedu- led one-to-one meetings and technical site visits to Panama´s keys maritime and logistics facilities.
Is not just and event – is the platform where the America´s maritime future takes place.
30+
Global Leading Companies
400+
International Participants
2+
Days of Business, Innovation & Partnerships
100+
Important naval sectors
General Agenda
May 4-6
Pre-tours and technical visits
May 6
Welcome Reception
May 7-8
MCA 2026 Main Convention Days
• Conferences
• Certified Courses
• Doing Business
May 9-10
Post-tours and technical visits
Main Topics
Participation Formats
Business engine, not just content Structured B2B matchmaking Through Doing Business, plus training and technical tours
Delegate Registration
Plan Include:
Includes all Standard plan and Plus:
- Conference Acess
- Access to the Trade Exhibition
- Badge
- Digital Certificate of Participation
- Welcome kit
- Lunches
- Coffee breaks
Group Package - Registration
Plan Include:
- Ten (10) Convention Registrations
- Access to the Trade Exhibition
- Badge
- Digital Certificate of Participation
- Welcome kit
- Lunches
- Coffee breaks
- Including of your company in the event website directory
Stands
Plan Include:
Includes all Standard plan and Plus:
- 3m x 3m booth in the exhibition hall
- Basic booth structure with white melamine panels and aluminum frames
- Exhibition carpet
- 1 table and 2 chairs
- Basic lighting and an electrical outlet with 2 sockets
- Company name printed on one booth fascia in simple Arial lettering
- 2 access badges to the convention, which include: lunch, coffee break, access to the academic sessions, welcome kit, and a digital certificate of participation
- Including of your company in the event website directory
Supplier - B2B Meeting Session Spot
Plan Include:
- Entitlement to one (1) table for a decision-maker from your company during the convention’s business matchmaking session, allowing you to schedule meetings with qualified buyers.
- Access to the scheduling platform with buyers and your company profile.
- Tabletop sign with your company’s name and logo on your table in the B2B matchmaking room.
- Badges
- Welcome kit
- Lunches
- Coffee breaks
- Access to the event's conferences and trade show
- Invitation to the event's welcome reception
