DFNI Maritime Moguls 2026
Your chance to take your brand to sea
DFNI’s Maritime Moguls returns for 2026, bringing one of the most exciting moments of the DFNI Cruise Conference back to Barcelona.
Inspired by the spirit of Dragons' Den and Shark Tank, this live pitch competition allows innovative brands to present their concepts in front of some of the most influential decision-makers in cruise retail.
Taking place during the DFNI Cruise Conference 2026, Maritime Moguls is open exclusively to event attendees and is designed to spotlight fresh thinking, new products and bold ideas shaping the future of onboard retail.
How Does it Work?
Prepare a pitch of up to 500 words & any supporting materials
Submit your pitch before 22 May.
Three finalists will be selected
Finalists will present live on stage in Barcelona during the conference
A panel of industry experts will select the winner
Meet the Judges
Our judging panel brings together expertise from across cruise retail, media and commercial strategy:
Why Pitch?
Maritime Moguls puts your brand in front of the people who shape cruise retail, with a chance to move from concept to onboard reality in a matter of months.
If you’re ready to make waves, this is your moment.
