German Maritime EXport Initiative
Powered by VSM – The German Shipbuilding and Ocean Industries Association
Who is GeMaX for?
- Jetzt Kontakt aufnehmen und Ihr Vorhaben voranbringen
Get access to German maritime equipment and long-term project financing in one single, integrated solution.
- Jetzt Kontakt aufnehmen und Ihr Vorhaben voranbringen
Get access to German maritime equipment and long-term project financing in one single, integrated solution.
The Challenge: Reliable Equipment Meets Reliable Financing
Whether you’re planning a newbuild, conversion, retrofit, or offshore project – success depends not only on a solid design, but also on a sustainable financing structure.
At the same time, reliable equipment and components are essential to ensure safe, efficient, and competitive operation.
GeMaX addresses both needs:
- Combining German engineering excellence with
- Tailor-made financing from German banks under export credit schemes.
What is GeMaX?
GeMaX is a platform created by a group of leading German maritime equipment suppliers and KfW IPEX-Bank to support international shipbuilding and offshore projects.
Coordinated by VSM, the German Shipbuilding and Ocean Industries Association, the GeMaX team works directly with project developers to:
- Identify opportunities
- Match them with suitable German equipment
- Structure long-term, equipment-based financing solutions
This partnership ensures a seamless interface between technical planning and financial structuring.
Why German Content MaXimisation Matters
The more German equipment and services you include in your project, the better the financing conditions you can secure. GeMaX is designed to help you maximise this potential.
Your Benefits with GeMaX
- Equipment-based long-term financing from German banks
- Access to export credit cover and guarantees
- High-quality, proven maritime equipment
- Support in project structuring and supplier matching
- Global network of experienced partners
Contact Us
Thorsten Ludwig
GeMaX / VSM
ludwig@vsm.de