From September 29 to October 2, 2025, the Maritime Military Arsenal of La Spezia will host the ninth edition of Seafuture, one of the most significant international events dedicated to the maritime economy, naval defense, and maritime security. With over 350 participating companies, 90 represented countries, and an exhibition area of 50,000 square meters, the event confirms its position as a strategic hub in the Mediterranean, combining business, research, and international cooperation.
A Unique Event in the Mediterranean
Seafuture, organized by Italian Blue Growth in collaboration with the Navy and supported by the Ministry of Defense, is the only trade fair in the world hosted within an operational Naval Base. This unique feature, over the years, has made the event a model of excellence and innovation, fostering the meeting of SMEs, Big Players, startups, institutions, and research centers.
“Seafuture today is one of the most significant trade fairs in the naval and maritime sector internationally,” declared Cristiana Pagni, President of Italian Blue Growth, “the numbers and the high quality of the participants Confirming that the sea is not only a resource to protect but also an engine of development, innovation, and competitiveness for the Country System.”
2025 Edition’s Highlights
Among the distinctive elements of this edition are the presence of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport, which will participate in the Green & Blue Innovation Hub, focusing on strategic port operations and energy transition. Besides, the Ministry of Interior will host a significant stand dedicated to security and the involvement of the Police Forces and the Guardia di Finanza, presenting operational capabilities and equipment.
The event expects 60 foreign delegations from Europe, Middle East, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, demonstrating the global scope of the event.
Operational Demonstrations and Panels
During the four-day event, there will be 25 thematic panels, 44 pitching sessions, and 5 live demos at sea, with a particular focus on energy transition, underwater dimension, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, and XR/VR applications in the naval sector.
Among the most awaited appointments, the panel “AI Strategy & Future” organized by ELT Group, and the event promoted by the European Commission’s BlueInvest, dedicated to the application of AI in the maritime sector and startups.
Youth and Innovation
This year too, Seafuture will give space to the new generations with the Seafuture Awards, prizes that value the best projects developed by students from high schools, universities, and research centers. Completing the picture, the Start-Up Area, which will offer visibility to the most innovative ideas for the Blue Economy.
An Appointment of Institutional Importance
Among the attendees are the Minister of the Interior Matteo Piantedosi, the Defense Minister Guido Crosetto, the Minister of Economy Giancarlo Giorgetti, the Minister of Infrastructure Matteo Salvini and the Vice Minister Edoardo Rixi. Among military authorities, will be the Fleet Admiral Enrico Credendino, Chief of Naval Staff, and the Fleet Admiral Giacinto Ottaviani, National Director of Weapons, along with the Chairman of the NATO Military Committee, Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone.
Thanks to the support of strategic sponsors such as Fincantieri, MBDA, ELT Group, Intermarine, and Cabi Cattaneo, Seafuture 2025 is an unrivaled opportunity for networking companies, institutions, and global stakeholders. La Spezia once again becomes the beating heart of the Blue Economy and naval innovation, reinforcing Italy’s role as a technological and industrial hub in the Mediterranean.
