About this expo
BreakBulk Americas is recognized as the premier and most enduring exhibition dedicated to the project cargo and breakbulk sector across the Americas. This two-day event is strategically designed to maximize impact and efficiency, bringing together companies and projects spanning from Canada to Argentina and the Caribbean. It functions as a crucial hub for fostering connections, facilitating business deals, and generating leads within the specialized project cargo and breakbulk industries.
The exhibition features a diverse range of exhibitors from key sectors such as Maritime Transport, Road Transport, Air Transport, Ports & Terminals, Freight Forwarders, Equipment Suppliers, and Industry Related Services. These participants showcase solutions for the movement of large project cargo and breakbulk items, including new equipment packages for factories and components like wind turbine blades. The event attracts over 5,600 professionals, including shippers, specialized transporters, project forwarders, cargo owners, and decision-makers from industries like aerospace, energy, mining, and oil & gas, with approximately 65% holding purchasing power. Exhibiting offers direct access to the American project market, connecting with buyers, shippers, and project owners from the U.S., Canada, and Latin America, thereby shortening sales cycles and fostering measurable growth.
Highlights
4 items- Held annually at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, United States.
- An AUMA listed event.
- Attracted over 6,250 attendees and 330 exhibitors in 2025.
- Features concurrent programs including Conference Stages (Breakbulk Live, Breakbulk Voices), Workshops, and Networking Events.
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does BreakBulk Americas 2026 take place?+
The event will be held on September 22-23, 2026, at the George R. Brown Convention Center, Halls A&B, in Houston, Texas, United States. Opening times are Tuesday, September 22, from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm, and Wednesday, September 23, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Who organizes BreakBulk Americas?+
BreakBulk Americas is organized by Breakbulk Events & Media.
What industries and products are covered at the exhibition?+
The exhibition covers industries such as Maritime Transport, Road Transport, Air Transport, Ports & Terminals, Freight Forwarders, Equipment Suppliers, and Industry Related Services. It focuses on the movement of large project cargo and breakbulk items, including new equipment packages for factories and parts like wind turbine blades.
How can I attend or exhibit at BreakBulk Americas 2026?+
Registration for Breakbulk Americas 2026 is open for attendees. Exhibiting provides direct access to the American project market and regional decision-makers, connecting with buyers and project owners across the U.S., Canada, and Latin America.
Are there any specific details regarding registration or tickets?+
Early registration for 2026 was available at $195 through June 6, 2026. Ticket purchases are non-refundable and non-transferable. For event questions, attendees can email [email protected].