welcome to ceda dredging days 2026

CEDA Dredging Days is the flagship conference of CEDA and is the main event on the dredging industry calendar in the CEDA (EMEA) region. It is widely considered to be the primary forum for leading researchers and industry experts, to share ideas, discuss challenges and consider potential solutions. The conference is well-attended by professionals from across the CEDA region and beyond, representing the entire cross-section of the dredging field. The event offers exceptional networking opportunities, which is hugely appreciated by all participants.

The “new style” Dredging Days 2024 conference was a great success. In the next edition, which will take place from 11-13 May 2026 in Antwerp, Belgium, we will further develop the format with enhancements and new elements.

The setting of the Dredging Days 2026 will be A Room with a ZOO, a beautiful, historical and inspiring venue connected to the Antwerp ZOO. The conference theme “It’s a Zoo out there!” provides ample opportunities to reflect on global developments and geopolitics with the impact on the dredging industry, as well as highlight the strengths and core values of the vibrant dredging community. Please refer to "introduction to the conference" for more information on the theme. 

The Extra Mile: we think it is very important that our members can get as much as possible out of their conference participation. For that, we like to go the extra mile. What would be the icing on the cake for you as an individual? Share your personal question/goal/idea/wish etc. and we will try to implement.

Availability of day tickets: the concept of Dredging Days is to offer a total package: knowledge sharing, problem solving and networking. We believe that a three-day programme is the best way to achieve this. However, to also accommodate those who are unable to attend all three days, we have decided to offer day tickets this year.

• a 3-day event dedicated to the dredging industry
• the main event on the dredging industry calendar in the CEDA (EMEA) region
• a bi-annual event
• the platform to exchange and increase industrial knowledge
• the place to develop and strengthen relationships within the dredging community
• a central Clubhouse; the meeting place for social events, informal networking and some non-paper sessions
• a widely varied programme, interesting for a broad audience and promoting attendee interaction
• parallel sessions featuring the latest technical developments, learning from other industries, innovation pitches, panel discussions and much more.