Sustainability-Driven Composites for the Marine Industry: Materials, Innovation & Shipyard Transformation

As the pressure mounts to decarbonize the maritime sector, shipyards and boatbuilders are turning to composite materials not only for performance and weight savings, but as a lever for sustainability. This session will showcase how the marine industry is embracing new composite solutions to meet both regulatory and environmental expectations.

Speakers from leading shipyards and composite innovators will talk about strategies and technologies for reducing environmental impact throughout the product lifecycle: from eco-designed materials and low-emission manufacturing processes to end-of-life solutions and circularity. The session will also examine the industrial challenges of integrating these new materials at scale, while maintaining cost efficiency and compliance with strict certification frameworks.

This discussion will offer valuable insight into how shipyards and composite suppliers are jointly redefining responsible boatbuilding, without compromising on technical performance, comfort, or aesthetics.