Through this partnership, Conqueror strengthens its engagement with the wider maritime community and opens new avenues of collaboration for freight forwarders worldwide
Conqueror Freight Network is pleased to announce a partnership agreement with The Maritime Standard (TMS), under which Conqueror will serve as the supporting organisation for all major TMS events scheduled throughout 2026. This partnership reinforces cooperation between the freight forwarding and maritime sectors, fostering closer connections between logistics providers, shipping lines, port authorities, and maritime service companies. As the supporting organisation, Conqueror will actively promote participation among its global membership and help broaden the international reach of these prominent industry gatherings. The partnership covers the complete calendar of TMS conferences and awards, listed below in chronological order.
TMS AITECH Conference
14th April 2026 | Dubai, UAE
Focused on the growing role of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies in maritime operations, the TMS AITECH Conference will examine how digitalisation, automation, and predictive analytics are transforming shipping, ports, and supply chain management.
TMS Global Awards
7th July 2026 | Guildhall, London, UK
The inaugural Maritime Standard Global Awards 2026 will usher in a new chapter in international maritime recognition, bringing together leading figures from shipping, ports, and logistics to celebrate outstanding achievements across the maritime industry.
TMS Transportation & Climate Change Conference
24th September 2026 | Saadiyat Rotana, Abu Dhabi, UAE
The TMS Transportation & Climate Change Conference will focus on the maritime sector’s response to environmental challenges, sustainability initiatives, regulatory developments, and decarbonisation efforts shaping global trade. The event will gather industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to exchange ideas, encourage cooperation, and promote practical strategies for a more sustainable transport sector.
TMS Awards
10th November 2026 | Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai, UAE
With over a decade of established success, the TMS Awards has become one of the most prominent maritime awards events in Dubai. Internationally recognised for its high production standards and transparent judging process, the ceremony celebrates excellence across shipping, ports, and maritime services in the Middle East and the Indian Subcontinent.
TMS Tanker Conference
11th November 2026 | Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai, UAE
The TMS Tanker Conference brings together key stakeholders from the tanker and energy shipping sectors to discuss market trends, regulatory developments, operational challenges, and risk management in tanker shipping.
Through this partnership, Conqueror further strengthens dialogue between freight forwarders and the broader maritime community. As global trade becomes more interconnected, cooperation between logistics networks and maritime stakeholders plays an increasingly important role in ensuring resilience, innovation, and sustainable growth.
By supporting these events, Conqueror members gain greater visibility within the maritime sector and more opportunities to connect with decision-makers shaping the future of shipping and global transport. Conqueror encourages its members to take part in these conferences as valuable platforms for industry exposure, knowledge sharing, and networking.
Notice
The TMS AITECH Conference will take place on 14th April 2026 at Taj Exotica Resort, The Palm, Dubai, UAE. The event will bring together leaders from the maritime and technology sectors to explore how artificial intelligence and digital transformation are being applied across shipping and logistics.
