Events at a glance
OSCAR Dragon Boat Race
London International Shipping Week is proud to be joining forces with the OSCAR Campaign for the 2027 OSCAR Dragon Boat Race—an uplifting occasion that brings the maritime community together in support of an immensely worthwhile cause.
Taking place on the Thursday before LISW27 officially begins, the race will launch four days of charitable and community-focused events.
It will demonstrate LISW27’s commitment to supporting charities connected with the maritime sector and to harnessing the generosity of our industry to make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.
The Dragon Boat Race will be followed by the LISW27 Golf Day at Woburn Golf Club on Friday 10 September and the LISW27 Padel Tournament on Sunday 12 September.
The annual OSCAR Dragon Boat Race has already raised more than £2.75 million towards the OSCAR Campaign’s remarkable fundraising total of £3.85 million.
In 2027, LISW is delighted to help build upon that wonderful achievement by bringing even more people from across the international shipping community together in friendship, generosity and shared purpose.
LISW27 Run and Cycle: Cycling Day
A day on the road for shipping’s senior leaders, with lunch at an English winery, on the same day as the LISW27 Golf Day.
Join shipping’s leaders on the road
On Friday 10 September 2027, the same day as the LISW27 Golf Day, N57 brings together senior leaders from across global shipping for a day of cycling, hospitality and business networking.
The ride
A day ride out of London, with lunch at an English winery (to be confirmed). Ride in the group that suits you: steady and chatty, steady and quiet, or fast. Bring your own bike.
Networking on the road
A day side by side builds the kind of relationship a drinks reception never does: on the road, over lunch and on the ride home.
Who it’s for
Shipowners, ship managers, maritime service providers, advisers and other senior decision-makers.
LISW27 Golf Day
Woburn Golf Club, Buckinghamshire
The London International Shipping Week 2027 Golf Day will bring together up to 72 senior leaders from across the global shipping industry for an exceptional day of golf, hospitality and high-level business networking.
Sponsored by Druces LLP, the event will take place at the prestigious Woburn Golf Club in Buckinghamshire on Friday 10 September 2027, providing participants with an ideal opportunity to develop valuable industry relationships in a relaxed and highly enjoyable setting.
LISW27 Padel Tournament
Join the inaugural LISW27 Padel Tournament
Be part of one of the world's fastest-growing sports while supporting the LISW27 Maritime Charities.
Whether you're an experienced padel player or have never picked up a racquet before, the LISW27 Padel Tournament promises an afternoon of friendly competition, networking and fun with colleagues from across the global maritime industry.
London Stock Exchange Market Open Ceremony
An invitation-only high-powered event that traditionally marks the official start of LISW
International Shipowning & Shipmanagement Summit
International Shipowning & Shipmanagement Summit in conjunction with Inmarsat
Type: Free (registration)
LISW27 Opening Ceremony
The invitation-only ‘official’ opening of LISW, in the presence of top-level government ministers, ambassadors and industry leaders from the UK and abroad
The Bunker Party
An exclusive free-to-attend evening event designed for the global bunkering community, bringing together over 600 suppliers, traders and brokers, shipowners, charterers and related marine fuels decision-makers
LISW27 Global Hub
Day Two of the free-to-attend events at the Global Hub, featuring top-level seminars and networking
TradeWinds Maritime Risk, Security and Defence Forum 2027
TradeWinds will launch its inaugural Maritime Risk, Security and Defense Forum during London International Shipping Week 2027.
The half-day conference will bring together senior leaders from shipping, insurance, maritime security, government and defense to examine the evolving risks facing global maritime trade. Against a backdrop of increasing geopolitical tensions, threats to freedom of navigation and growing risks to vessels and critical maritime infrastructure, the forum will explore how the maritime industry, insurers, governments and navies can work together to strengthen security and resilience.
The programme will begin with lunch and registration, followed by high-level discussions and conclude with a networking reception. Venue, timings, speakers and registration details will be announced in due course.
Type: Paid
Mercy Ships Drinks Reception
Join Mercy Ships during London International Shipping Week 2027 for an evening of networking and hospitality, bringing together professionals from across the maritime industry to build connections, strengthen partnerships and celebrate the collective impact of our sector in transforming lives around the world.
Type: Free (registration)
LISW27 Charterer Reception
The exclusive Charterer Reception brings together 400+ charterers, shipowners, ship brokers and ‘cargo interests’ to engage in powerful networking and serious socialising among like-minded people.
LISW27 Charterer Reception
Date: Tuesday 14 September 2027
Time: 19:30-23:00
Venue: Drapers’ Hall, Throgmorton Avenue, London EC2 2DQ
The highly exclusive LISW27 Charterer Reception is designed to bring together 400+ charterers, shipowners, ship brokers and ‘cargo interests’ to engage in powerful networking and serious socialising among like-minded people.
Strictly invitation-only, this free-to-attend event is open only to qualified invited guests who have a genuine involvement in ship chartering.
An exceptional and historic venue, with very strong connections to the British Royal Family, Drapers’ Hall is one of the most prestigious of London’s Livery Halls, located in the heart of the City of London near the Bank of England.
The LISW27 Charterer Reception will be one of the most sought-after networking events of the week.
LISW27 Headline Conference
High level government and industry speakers from across the globe give their views and considered opinions on the challenges and opportunities facing the maritime industry.
Get Tickets £495.00
IMO Post-Conference Rooftop Reception
Held immediately after the LISW27 Headline Conference, the Rooftop Reception is restricted exclusively to the 750 VIP conference speakers and delegates
The TradeWinds Party
TradeWinds returns to Sea Containers London for an exclusive evening of networking and hospitality during London International Shipping Week 2027. Bringing together leading shipowners, brokers, investors and senior executives from across the global maritime community, the TradeWinds Party offers an opportunity to reconnect with industry peers and build new relationships overlooking the River Thames.
Following a successful gathering at LISW25, which welcomed more than 300 guests from the world's leading maritime centres, TradeWinds looks forward to bringing the industry together once again. This is an invitation-only event.
Those interested in attending should email lisw@tradewindsevents.com with their full name,
company and job title. Attendance is subject to approval and confirmation by TradeWinds.
Free (registration)
LISW27 Gala Reception and Dinner
The Gala Reception and Dinner is a dazzling culmination to a remarkable week that brings together some 2,000 of the world’s most prominent and influential industry and government leaders to celebrate in style.
Anchor Point Scotland Autumn Drinks Reception
Propeller Fuels Sponsors the Anchor Point Scotland Autumn Drinks Reception
https://propellerfuels.com/
Our maritime network will be taking over the Sunrise Lounge at SíSí Rooftop, where panoramic views across Glasgow, bold cocktails and a vibrant atmosphere provide the perfect backdrop for an evening of networking and celebration.
Thursday 8th of October 7.00pm – Midnight
SíSí Rooftop
8th Floor, The Social Hub
15 Candleriggs
Glasgow
G1 1TQ
Expect canapés and cocktails from 7pm, with a DJ on the decks from 9pm.