Kiel.Sailing.City - as our name suggests, our location at the Baltic Sea is part of the city's identity: Kiel is not only Capital of the State of Schleswig-Holstein but one of the top innovation hubs in Northern Germany & Northern Europe with a strong, diverse and growing economy and out-standing scientific institutions.

Rooted in shipbuilding and naval tradition, Kiel has deep maritime expertise and has become one of the major maritime centres of Germany. Brest and Kiel are sister cities for > 60 years - together with maritime innovation experts from Kiel we are looking forward to connecting with international partners at STW 2026!