The International Energy Agency’s Ocean Energy Systems (IEA-OES) and Ocean Energy Europe, together with the Dutch Energy from Water Association (EWA), have announced they will join forces to host ICOE-OEE 2026 in The Netherlands. Ocean Energy Europe is the largest network of ocean energy professionals in the world. The Hague will host the event, 5-7 October 2026.
The decision was announced at the closing of Ocean Energy Europe 2025 Conference & Exhibition (OEE2025), 5 November, in Brussels.
Saskia Bruines, alderman for economic development of The Hague, said The Hague was proud to be hosting ICOE OEE 2026. “As a coastal city with strong ambitions in the blue economy and impact economy, we see marine energy as a key driver of sustainable innovation. This event aligns perfectly with our vision for the Scheveningen harbour area, where we are strengthening our focus on maritime innovation and entrepreneurship. We look forward to welcoming the global ocean energy community and showcasing what The Hague has to offer.”
This event, focused on ocean energy technologies, will combine the International Conference on Ocean Energy (ICOE) and Ocean Energy Europe’s annual Conference & Exhibition. The ICOE is a biennial global event dedicated to advancing the industrial development of marine renewable energy.
Matthijs Soede, Chair of the IEA-OES said: ‘Our goal is to connect and inspire organisations and individuals working in the ocean energy sector. That is why I am particularly pleased to see this joint collaboration between OEE and ICOE.”
Peter Scheijgrond, chairman of the Dutch Energy from Water Association (EWA), added: “Hosting the joint ICOE-OEE 2026 in The Hague is a major milestone for the Dutch ocean energy sector. This event provides a unique opportunity to showcase our innovations, research and testing facilities, and offshore and maritime capabilities to a global audience. This partnership marks an important step forward in strengthening international collaboration and accelerating the industrial development of ocean energy.”
Rémi Gruet, Ocean Energy Europe CEO, said: “We are very happy to work once again with the IEA-OES on a joint event after the success of the previous iteration in San Sebastian in 2022. When ICOE comes to Europe, it simply makes sense to join forces and upscale the size and reach of our event.”