EVENT NEWS
What does it take to build a boat show stand?
See the Sunseeker stand at Boot Dusseldorf come together over 15 days. On this year’s stand is the Manhattan 68, which had its world premier at the show, along with the Hawk 38, the Predator 60 EVO, the Manhattan 52, the 74 Sport Yacht, the 76 Yacht, the 86 ...
Hong Kong show to be held in April
The Hong Kong International Boat Show (HKIBS), which is traditionally held in December, was cancelled last year because of protests experienced in the territory.
EU briefs boating sector on pricey climate change strategy
At Boot Düsseldorf, the EU shared with the global boating sector the outlines of its pricey climate change strategy in the decades ahead. It said the magnitude of making the 27-nation EU climate-neutral by 2050 “is something we have not faced before.”
2020 British Motor Yacht Show to expand
The organisers of the British Motor Yacht Show (BMYS) have announced that this year’s event will extend to four days from May 14-17 and will include more craft than ever before.
Nine boats take honours as Europe’s best of the year
Winners of the “European Yacht of the Year 2020” and “European Powerboat of the Year 2020” awards were announced at Boot Dusseldorf’s Flagship Night on the opening evening of the show
1st Sea Tourism Summit deemed a success despite teething troubles
The Düsseldorf Boat Show program started early today with the launch edition of the one-day Sea Tourism Summit, an innovative initiative by boot Düsseldorf and The Economist
Too many boatbuilders, supply chain improvements needed – industry challenges highlighted at summit
In the session entitled ‘Shipbuilding and yachting and what lies ahead’ at today’s Sea Tourism Summit as part of Boot Düsseldorf, a series of key recommendations were put forward by the panel to address the challenges which the industry faces.
5th Thailand Yacht Show achieves strong results
The fifth edition of the Thailand Yacht Show was held at Royal Phuket Marina from January 9-12 with a wide range of yachts, marine equipment and lifestyle products on display. Now firmly established as a consumer boat show in Thailand, the event is well-supported by key regional distributors including Asia ...
Sea Ray and concept helm prove hits for Brunswick at CES 2020
Sea Ray new SLX-R 400e woos the crowd at technology showcase event
2020 Boot Düsseldorf to be bigger than ever
The 51st edition of Boot Düsseldorf, the world’s largest indoor boat show, will be bigger than ever and will include a new hall and new events. The show runs from January 18-26 at Messe Düsseldorf.
EU to show its climate-change hand at Boot Düsseldorf
The European Commission will use 2020 Boot Düsseldorf, opening this weekend, to brief the global boating industry on its ambitious strategy to make the 27-nation EU climate-neutral by 2050.
US show producer to host two new events in 2020
Showpiece Shows, a US producer of boat shows and other luxury events, has partnered with Steelpointe Harbor in Connecticut to produce two new shows at Bridgeport Harbor Marina in 2020. The newly built venue is expected to appeal to boating enthusiasts and luxury-focused consumers along Long Island Sound and beyond.
Guangzhou to host water sports and leisure activities show
Combined three day event expected to attract some 30,000 public and professional trade visitors
6th Athens International Tourism Expo attracts diverse crowd
Following the success of the Athens Boat Show in December, the 2019 Athens International Tourism Expo – held from December 6-8 at the city’s Metropolitan Expo – attracted a broad audience, although yachting and sea tourism were the dominant sectors.
South Coast Boat Show to expand in 2020
The 2020 South Coast Boat Show, the second edition of the UK event launched last year, is set to be larger with more international brands present. The show is scheduled to be held from May 15-17 at Southampton’s Ocean Village marina.
boot Düsseldorf to host ‘Sea Tourism Summit’
Key industry figures to debate future of marine business and tourism
Positive response to 2020 Kiwi boat shows
Both shows recorded amongst their highest ever attendance figures in 2019 and 2020 is already shaping up to be just as big
Evinrude earns Green Master designation
Outboard motor manufacturer Evinrude has been awarded Green Master status by the Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council (WSBC) for the third consecutive year.
Mercury Marine receives Sustainable Process Award
The Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council (WSBC) has recognised Mercury Marine’s aluminium use processes with a Sustainable Process Award.
LYBRA launches US version of The Superyacht Show
LYBRA (the Large Yacht Brokers Association), which over the last two years has held a successful Superyacht Show in Barcelona, is expanding to the US with an event to be held in Palm Beach, Florida in late March 2020.
Speakers confirmed for 2020 International Breakfast Meeting
The speakers have been announced for the 2020 edition of the International Breakfast Meeting (IBM) at boot Düsseldorf in January, featuring the topic of sustainable boating. They include the European Commission, as well as innovators and entrepreneurs from the fields of hydrogen, digitalisation, electric and hybrid.
Upcoming Shows & Trade Events
Toronto International Boat Show
17-26 January 2020, Ontario, Canada
Boot Düsseldorf
19-27 January 2019, Düsseldorf, Germany
Louisville Boat, RV & Sportshow
22-26 January 2020, KY, USA
New York Boat Show
22 - 26 January 2020, NY, USA
Baltimore Boat Show
23 - 26 January 2020, MD, USA
Minneapolis Boat Show
23- 26 January 2020, Minneapolis, USA
Seattle Boat Show
24 January - 1 February 2020, Seattle, USA
St Louis Boat & Sportshow
30 January – 2 February 2020, MO, USA
Båtmässan - Gothenburg Boat Show
31 January - 9 February 2020, Gothenburg, Sweden
Belgian Boat Show
5 - 9 February 2020, Ghent, Belgium
Seatec
5 -7 February 2020, Carrara, Italy
Helsinki International Boat Show
7-16 February 2020, Helsinki, Finland
