ISS 2026 Events
Exclusive Pre-Conference Event: Dräger Factory Tour
- Date: Monday, September 14, 2026
- Time: 11:30 AM
- Location: Dräger, Lübeck, Germany
- Meeting Point: International Maritime Museum, Hamburg (bus transportation provided)
- Capacity: Limited to 50 participants
- Registration: First-come, first-served
- Registration Fee: Required to cover round-trip transportation
This exclusive visit offers a rare opportunity to go behind the scenes and experience Dräger’s manufacturing facilities firsthand. Participants will gain insight into the company’s advanced production processes, engineering expertise, and commitment to quality and innovation while learning more about the technologies that support the submarine and maritime industries.
Evening Social Meetup
- Date: Monday, September 14, 2026
- Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
- Location: Boilerman Bar and/or Pierdrei Hotel Bar
Meetup evening, please join us back at the Boilerman Bar or the Pierdrei Hotel Bar from 6:00–8:00 PM for d an opportunity to socialize before the symposium.
Cocktail Reception
- Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
- Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
- Location: Maritime Museum
Tuesday evening, please join us from 6:00–8:00 PM for drinks, light refreshments, and an opportunity to mingle before dinner.
Hamburg Harbor Evening Boat Reception
- Date: Wednesday, September 15, 2026
- Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
- Location: Hamburg, Germany
- Meeting Point: Near DNV Maritime Center
- Capacity: Limited to 140 participants
- Registration: First-come, first-served
- Registration Fee: Required to cover round-trip transportation
Join us for an evening reception kicking off the 23rd International Submarine Symposium. We’ll be leaving from the International Maritime Museum on a boat tour around the city — the perfect chance to network while enjoying breathtaking views of Hamburg.
DNV Marine Center Open Meeting Rooms
- Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
- Time: 9:00 – 12:00 PM
- Location: DNV Marine Center
DNV has made available five (5) meeting rooms, at the Maritime Center for Friday morning from 9:00-12:00. These rooms are for delegates to reserve for business meetings after the conference. The rooms all have computer display and hold 6-10 people.
REGISTER AT the ON-SITE WSO DESK with Ms. ANAIS HAMEL to book your room while at the conference.