Project cargo and breakbulk logistics concentrate in Rotterdam each May. Breakbulk Europe 2027 runs from 11 to 13 May at Rotterdam Ahoy and gathers professionals focused on transport, port operations and specialised cargo handling.
What Breakbulk Europe 2027 brings to Rotterdam
The event attracts more than 12,800 industry professionals and over 740 exhibiting companies across the project cargo and breakbulk supply chain. Attending profiles include freight forwarders, maritime carriers, ports and terminals, heavy lift specialists and global shippers with 640 plus shippers registered and delegates from more than 130 countries.
Programmes and standout activities this edition
Schedules include practical workshops such as heavy lift and chartering sessions, an AI in maritime workshop, NextWave education and an Innovation Pitch. The agenda also highlights industry awards and targeted networking that support commercial meetings and technical exchanges.
Key figures to plan your participation
- 740 plus exhibitors on the show floor
- 12,800 plus industry professionals in attendance
- 640 plus shippers participating
- Delegates from 130 plus countries
These figures help size teams, marketing materials and meeting schedules ahead of arrival at Rotterdam Ahoy.
How to approach B2B prospecting at Breakbulk Europe 2027
Prioritise targets by project stage and company role. Use the exhibitor list to identify shippers and EPCs and prepare concise capability statements tailored to heavy lift, port handling or multimodal routing. Bring technical data sheets that specify weights, dimensions and handling methods. When contacting prospects ahead of the show, highlight terminal experience and compliance with port regulations.
During the event, focus on procurement and project logistics leads. Note the opening hours since the first day starts at 11:00 and the remaining days open at 10:00. Slot meeting times around these windows to avoid conflicts with peak exhibit hours.
Practical checklist for exhibitors and visiting professionals
Secure your stand early if demonstrations or machinery are required. The organiser markets first-time exhibitor packages and a range of sponsorship options to increase pre-show visibility. Plan routes across halls and allocate team roles for meetings, technical demos and follow-up commitments.
Closing recommendation and official link
Breakbulk Europe 2027 concentrates the contacts and technical conversations that shape large-scale cargo projects. If your business serves heavy lift, ports or freight forwarding, prepare client-specific materials and an outreach plan to gain measurable meetings rather than ad-hoc encounters. Full event details and registration are available at http://europe.breakbulk.com
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