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Boat Launch

The best of both worlds

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As amphibious boats grow in popularity, one New Zealand manufacturer has developed a self-propelled, trailer-like boat launcher that brings go-anywhere capability to owners of traditional boats

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Paints and Coatings

Clear differentiation

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Boat builder Smoker Craft Inc aims to differentiate in a highly competitive segment with new investment in distinctive, automotive-grade paint finishes

Boat Builder Awards Sponsors

  • Raymarine (Headline Sponsor)

  • HP Watermakers

  • ePropulsion

  • Lumishore

  • Sleipner Side-Power

  • Fusion

IBI BOAT SHOW CALENDAR 2026

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2026 boat show dates available now

2025-12-09T11:51:00+00:00

IBI’s annual compilation of major boat shows around the world is available in print, as a Digital Download and as an interactive listing on our website for real-time updates

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Insight: SailGP Technologies & Sunreef Yachts & Targa Boats

Sector Spotlight: Tenders & Highfield Boats & Smoker Craft & Tectrax

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