2025 Trade Missions

Participating in a shipbuilding mission program offers many benefits.  This program includes company visits and participation in trade shows dedicated to shipbuilding and ship maintenance. Here are some of the benefits:

1. Opportunity to discover the shipbuilding industry: By participating in company visits, you will have the opportunity to discover the shipbuilding and ship maintenance process close up. You can observe the different manufacturing steps, the technologies used and the safety standards applied.  This will allow you to acquire in-depth knowledge of the industry and appreciate its economic importance.

2. Expansion of your professional network: Trade shows are major shipbuilding industry events, where industry professionals meet to present their products, share knowledge and establish contacts. By participating, you will have the opportunity to meet industry experts, suppliers, shipbuilders and representatives of maritime companies.  This will allow you to expand your professional network and establish relationships that may be  beneficial for your career in the shipbuilding industry.

3. Access to innovation and state-of-the-art technologies: Trade shows are often the place where the latest innovations and technologies in the shipbuilding field are presented.  By participating, you will be exposed to the latest advances and the high-tech equipment used in the industry.  This will allow you to keep up to date on new trends and acquire valuable knowledge on emerging technologies.

4. Business opportunities: Participating in trade shows can open business opportunities for you or your company.  You will be able to meet potential customers, investors and business partners interested in your goods or services. This may lead to sales contracts, strategic partnerships or research and development collaborations, which can be extremely beneficial for your company.

For additional information:

Pierre Drapeau

pdrapeau@navalquebec.ca