Exhibitions / Congresses

Breakbulk Americas 2013

United States, New Orleans - September 25th to 26th
Breakbulk Americas is the largest and most important gathering in North America for companies involved in the shipping of heavy-lift, project cargo and traditional breakbulk cargoes. It is where shippers have the opportunity to meet and develop relationships with the leading specialized carriers, forwarders, ports, terminals and packers who have the expertise and resources to handle oversized cargoes with unique handling requirements.

Exhibitors include the world's major carriers, forwarders and ports that handle specialized heavy-lift, project and breakbulk cargoes. In addition to a bustling exhibition floor, Breakbulk Americas will feature a 2-day conference with top speakers addressing industry issues. The in-depth program will delve into today's most pressing breakbulk transportation topics. Speakers will also discuss the hottest regions for breakbulk and project cargo, and review sectors such as oil and gas, and other power generation markets.

PPG's Certificate in Project Forwarding & PLS' Heavy Lift Technical Workshop, alongside Breakbulk Education Day for students and industry freshman, provide a wide range of educational opportunities for attendees at any skill and experience level.

Don't miss out on this key industry conference & exhibition.

-Over 4000 participants attended Breakbulk Americas 2012
-Meet with over 280 international exhibitors and sponsors
-Network and debate in the senior level conference
-Learn new skills in the educational workshops
Date(s)
September 25th to 26th
Venue
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center New Orleans, LA USA
Contact for booking / more info

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Yale Lift Truck Technologies
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