In this article

• What is Global ABS 2027?
• When and where does Global ABS 2027 take place?
• Who attends Global ABS 2027?
• What is on the programme?
• What makes Global ABS 2027 notable?
• Frequently asked questions

Event at a glance
Event	Global ABS 2027
Dates	15 June 2027 to 17 June 2027
Venue	CCIB
City / country	Barcelona, Spain
Organiser	Global ABS
Sectors	Maritime finance, ship finance, leasing, investment, shipping law
Format	Conference, networking, meetings

What is Global ABS 2027?

Global ABS is an established annual event focused on the shipping finance and leasing market. It brings together the people who structure, fund, advise and use capital across the maritime sector. The 2027 edition continues that role in Barcelona.

The event matters because it sits at the intersection of shipping, finance and law. That mix gives it a very specific profile. Deals are discussed here. Market sentiment is tested here. New relationships often start here.

For many attendees, Global ABS is not just a conference. It is a working meeting point for a highly specialised industry.

When and where does Global ABS 2027 take place?

Global ABS 2027 runs from 15 to 17 June 2027 at CCIB in Barcelona, Spain. The location is central to the event’s appeal. Barcelona is well connected, easy to reach and familiar to international business travellers.

The venue and the city

CCIB, the Centre de Convencions Internacional de Barcelona, hosts the event. It is a major conference venue with the scale needed for a large international professional gathering.

Barcelona adds another layer. It is a city that already has a strong reputation for hosting business events, and it gives the conference a practical base with solid transport links, hotels and meeting facilities nearby.

Who attends Global ABS 2027?

Global ABS is aimed at professionals working in or around maritime finance. The audience is highly specialised, and that is part of the event’s value.

Typical attendee profiles include:

• Shipowners and operators
• Banks and lenders
• Leasing companies and lessors
• Investors and asset managers
• Maritime lawyers and legal advisers
• Financial advisers and consultants
• Insurance and risk specialists
• Industry executives following shipping capital markets

Because the event is so focused, conversations tend to be technical and direct. That is exactly what most attendees want.

What is on the programme?

The programme is built around conferences, discussions and networking. While the detailed agenda can vary from year to year, the structure usually reflects the core issues facing the market at that moment.

Conferences and keynotes

The conference content typically centres on current developments in maritime finance, capital markets, leasing, regulation and transaction activity. Sessions are designed for professionals who need practical market insight, not broad industry generalities.

Expect discussions that are tied to real business conditions. Rates, financing structures, regulatory pressure and deal flow are the kinds of themes that usually matter most at an event like this.

Exhibition and networking

Networking is a major part of the experience. For many delegates, the value of Global ABS comes from scheduled meetings, corridor conversations and direct contact with decision-makers.

That makes timing important. The event is dense, and the agenda is usually built to encourage both formal sessions and informal exchanges. In practice, this is where the event becomes useful.

What makes Global ABS 2027 notable?

Global ABS stands out because of its niche focus. It is not a general shipping show and not a broad finance summit. It is a specialist event for a very specific professional community.

A few features help explain why it attracts attention year after year:

• It brings together both the financial and maritime sides of the sector
• It gives attendees access to senior-level industry discussions
• It creates a meeting point for cross-border business conversations
• It is held in Barcelona, a strong European conference destination

That combination gives the event a clear identity. It is concentrated, relevant and commercially serious. For people working in maritime finance, that matters.

The 2027 edition also benefits from continuity. Returning attendees already know the format, which helps them plan meetings and prioritise sessions efficiently. Newcomers, meanwhile, get a clear view of how the market talks to itself.

Frequently asked questions

Is Global ABS open to the public?

No, it is a professional industry event. It is designed for people working in maritime finance, shipping and related advisory fields. The audience is mainly business professionals rather than the general public.

What kind of topics are usually covered?

The conference usually covers shipping finance, leasing, investment trends, legal issues, capital markets and market conditions. The exact agenda can change each year. The focus stays practical and industry specific.

Why do so many professionals attend Global ABS?

Because it is one of the main meeting points for the maritime finance community. It combines content with high-value networking. That makes it useful for both market intelligence and business development.

How long does the event last?

Global ABS 2027 lasts three days, from 15 to 17 June 2027. That gives attendees time for sessions, meetings and networking across the full programme.

Where is CCIB located?

CCIB is in Barcelona, Spain. It is one of the city’s major convention centres and is used for large international events. Its location makes it practical for overseas visitors and local attendees alike.

Is the event focused only on shipping finance?

Yes, that is its core focus, although the audience is broader than one single job function. It brings together finance, legal and shipping professionals because those groups work on the same transactions and market issues.