VMCC Newsletter
ISSUE 13. | FALL 2026
THE LOOKOUT
Important Upcoming Events & Opportunities
Fall is shaping up to be a busy season for maritime decarbonization in BC. From September’s in-person State & Future of Maritime Fuels in BC event and the launch of GreenShip 2026 registration, to two upcoming events hosted by our partners, here are key events happening across the sector in the months ahead.
State & Future of Maritime Fuels in BC
September 16, 2026 | UBC, Vancouver
Join UBC, VMCC, and the Clean Energy Research Centre (CERC) for a full-day event bringing together maritime leaders to discuss the decarbonization of marine transportation and the development of a Clean Maritime Fuels Hub in British Columbia.
The day starts with a session on the experiences and lessons learned in BC by early adopters and sectoral leaders, followed by tours of student team projects and research labs at the Clean Energy Research Centre. The afternoon will include a facilitated workshop on Advancing Clean Marine Fuel Pathways, followed by networking opportunities.
Space is limited, and registration is required.
GreenShip 2026 Early Bird Registration Ends September 15
November 19, 2026 | Vancouver, Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre, UBC
Join the Vancouver Maritime Centre for Climate for its 5th annual GreenShip, bringing together experts to explore clean fuels, electrification, technology adoption, infrastructure investment, climate finance, and more. GreenShip brings together leaders from across the maritime sector — including ship owners and operators, ports and terminals, technology providers, energy providers, regulators, government, academia, finance, and more — to share practical insights, build connections, and move maritime climate solutions forward.
Upcoming VMCC Speaker Series: Presentation by HTEC
Wednesday, October 28
12:00–1:00 PM PST
Our Monthly Speaker Series continues this fall—bringing together experts to share practical insights into the technologies, projects, and strategies advancing maritime decarbonization.
Stay tuned for additional details and registration coming soon. This Speaker Series will be online only and open to all.
Ocean Tech Live Demo Day
September 23, 3026 | Ship Point Pier, Victoria, BC
11:00–3:00 PM
Experience a live, interactive showcase of top-tier ocean technologies.
Get to know the inventors and entrepreneurs powering the blue economy, from drones and vessels to ocean sensor technology, marine security systems, ocean stewardship and conservation technology, marine renewable energy, and much more.
Presented by COAST, an initiative of South Island Prosperity Partnership as part of Victoria Tech Week. This event is free and open to the public.
2026 Value of Biogas West Conference
October 6–8, 2026 | Westin Bayshore, Vancouver, BC
Hosted by the Canadian Biogas Association, the conference will bring together more than 350 industry leaders to explore biogas, renewable natural gas, biomethane, and Bio-LNG—including opportunities for biomethane and Bio-LNG in marine applications.
We hope to see you at one, or several, of these upcoming events and opportunities this fall.
Vancouver Maritime Centre for Climate
Accelerating maritime decarbonization in British Columbia