One of the enduring paradoxes of Nor-Shipping is how it manages to offer visitors access to the latest developments in a wide range of maritime sectors, while maintaining its welcoming collegiate atmosphere.

Sidsel Norvik, Director of Nor-Shipping, explained that recreating Nor-Shipping’s warm and welcoming environment was easier in June “when Oslo is at her best” after last year’s exceptional spring event.

But creating the appearance of effortlessness requires significant preparation, and Nor-Shipping is preparing to do that for over 50,000 visitors at this year’s event.

The event is expected to break the previous record for delegates and exhibitors set in 2013, with over 1,000 exhibitors expected to attend the event. Part of the increase reflects the return of exhibitors and delegates from Asia.