Exhibitions / Congresses

Breakbulk Americas is the largest exhibition of its kind in the Americas

United States, Houston - Oct 17-19, 2017
Breakbulk Americas is the largest exhibition of its kind in the Americas Breakbulk Americas is the largest exhibition of its kind in the Americas, bringing top-tier shippers together with breakbulk and project cargo service providers. Breakbulk Americas's targeted programming will ensure that you develop skills and strategy to help you do your job more effectively, while making industry connections that count.

Breakbulk Americas is the venue to connect with executives from leading EPCs and other large-scale shippers who are moving cargoes throughout the Americas and around the world. Exhibitors and sponsors include specialized ocean carriers, freight forwarders, ports/ terminals, logistics providers, road, rail, barge and air transportation, export packers, equipment companies and more.

Hear from industry experts during the conference sessions, which are held on the exhibition floor. Those seeking to build their professional skills can participate in a number of workshops, designed for a variety of experience levels.
Date(s)
Oct 17-19, 2017
Venue
George R. Brown Convention Center
1001 Avenida De Las Americas
Houston
TX 77010, USA
Contact for booking / more info
Leslie Meredith
Marketing Director
P: +1 (801) 201-5971 send an email
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