December 2–4, 2026 | Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans LA | Booth 711
Join Wärtsilä at this year’s International WorkBoat Show and explore the technologies, partnerships, and practical solutions shaping the future of marine operations.
From offshore and inland waterway applications to digital navigation, integrated systems, and propulsion solutions, our experts will be available throughout the event to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the industry today. Visit booth 711 to discover how Wärtsilä is helping operators improve efficiency, enhance safety, and accelerate their sustainability goals.
* Note! Seats are limited, and you'll need a QR code from Wärtsilä to enter the events.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Lunch and Learn: US Offshore Market with DNV and VARD Marine*
A discussion covering key trends and challenges in the US offshore market, including hybrid power systems, sustainable fuels, cybersecurity, vessel design and obsolescence management.
Speakers:
Joel Thigpen (Wärtsilä)
Wylson Zon Neto (DNV)
Ross Titman (VARD Marine)
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Industry Spotlight Talk: Offshore Space Operations with ABS*
Wärtsilä and ABS explore the emerging offshore market for rocket launch and recovery operations, discussing the opportunities and challenges associated with this growing segment.
Speakers:
Joel Thigpen (Wärtsilä)
Tyson Breedlove (ABS)
* Note! Seats are limited, and you'll need a QR code from Wärtsilä to enter the events.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch & Learn: South America Inland Waterway*
South America’s inland waterways play an increasingly important role in transporting grain, minerals, fuels and other cargo across the region. As the market evolves, shipowners, operators and shipyards face new challenges and opportunities, from fleet expansion and renewal to vessel upgrades, operational efficiency and decarbonization.
Industry leaders will share their perspectives on market trends, successful projects and the future outlook for the segment.
1:20 PM - 2:30 PM
South America Offshore focus*
The offshore support vessel market in South America is entering a new cycle. Growing demand, aging fleets and increasingly stringent efficiency and decarbonization requirements are creating both challenges and opportunities for shipowners, operators and shipyards across the region.
Industry leaders will share their perspectives on market trends, fleet renewal and modernization, energy efficiency and what lies ahead for the segment.
Join the conversation with: Clarksons, Capital Maritima, Longitude Engineering and Wärtsilä.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Spotlight talk – How we help Designers and Owners Optimize their vessel designs*
Speakers: Stefano Rascioni (Wärtsilä)
900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States