EVENT NEWS
Pattaya show expected to boost tourism numbers in Thailand
The 8th edition of the Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show, located at the Ocean Marina venue in Pattaya on Thailand’s east coast, is scheduled to take place from November 21 this year. According to the show organisers, Ocean Property Co, the event is expected to give the Thai marine tourism ...
Abu Dhabi show returns for second edition
The second edition of the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS) was officially opened yesterday by Sheikh Khalifa bin Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan. The show, which runs until October 19 is being held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) Marina with on-water and land exhibits by a ...
2019 Barcelona show attracts strong crowd
The 2019 Barcelona International Boat Show ended its five-day run on Sunday, bringing the show’s most sustainable edition ever to a close.
Durban boat show to be incorporated into bigger logistics event
After two postponements, the Durban Boat Show is finally set to go ahead – but it will look nothing like previous editions
New models & award nominees on show in Annapolis
The Annapolis Sailboat Show celebrates 50 year’s as the industry’s premiere in-water event; nominees for Cruising World’s Boat of the Year Award are among dozens of new boats making their debut at the show
Genoa International Boat Show to touch down in New York
UCINA to take part in 75th Columbus Day celebrations to promote Genoa 2020 show
Cannes show management decision further delayed
The long-running legal dispute between the Fédération des Industries Nautique and show organiser Reed Exhibitions France will not be heard by the Paris Court of Appeals until December 2020
METSTRADE Round Table to focus on boat construction techniques and materials
The third edition of the Round Table dedicated to boatbuilding construction and materials will be held on November 19 and 20 as part of this year’s METSTRADE Show in Amsterdam.
MRAA announces speakers for first-ever Dealer Week
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) has revealed the first three speakers for its ’10 x 10 Series’ held during Dealer Week from 8-11 December in Tampa, Florida.
IBEX ends on high
The 29th International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) closed on Thursday, October 3rd with early indications that attendance figures were up from last year for the three-day event. IBEX was a tremendous success with more than 700 exhibitors – 100-plus new to the show – from 25 countries filling the ...
METSTRADE to host MaterialDistrict Pop-up ‘Circular Beauties’
The Material District Pop-up at this year’s METSTRADE Show in Amsterdam will have the theme of ‘Circular Beauties’. The exhibition is entirely dedicated to materials that are biobased and/or recycled, avoiding the use of non-renewable material sources.
Scout honours top 2019 dealers
Scout Boats, the US builder of sportfishing boats from 17ft-53ft, honoured its top dealers at the company’s annual 2020 dealer meeting in Florida.
China battles trade war with large contingent at IBEX
Despite the ongoing trade war between the US and China, a large pavilion of 22 Chinese exhibitors from rope makers to hardware and outboard engine manufacturers were on hand for the International Boatbuilders’ Exhibition (IBEX) in Tampa, Florida this week.
NMMA confirms Miami show to remain in February
Show organisers working with Virginia Key Advisory Board to find ways of enhancing use of the Miami Marine Stadium Park and Basin
Competing Istanbul shows to be held this month
Two competing boat shows will be held in Istanbul, Turkey this month – one at Tuzla Viaport Marina from October 5-13 and the other in Ataköy Marina from October 16-20.
IBEX Grow Boating presentations available online
A panel of five marketers and researchers shared strategies and tactics on using the latest developments in digital marketing to boost boat sales during the Grow Boating Marketing Summit, kicking off the three-day International Boatbuilders’ Exhibition (IBEX).
Final call for Boat Builder Award 2019 nominations
Just three more days left to earn your company the recognition it deserves
ASEA Power Systems named winner of the 2019 IBI Export Excellence Award
Judges praise power supply systems’ manufacturer’s 360-degree approach to growing international markets
New dates, location for Viareggio show
The organisers of the Versilia Yachting Rendez-vous have announced that next year’s edition will be held from May 28-31, taking up a more strategic position on the calendar of nautical-related events.
IBEX Innovation Awards recognise new product ingenuity
Fifteen companies were recognised for new product innovation by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) on the opening day of the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX).
New exhibitor areas planned for TIBS 2020
In order to promote the recreational lifestyle and connect with maritime services as a professional trade platform, the 2020 Taiwan International Boat Show (TIBS) in Kaohsiung will showcase not just the latest yachts, but also the recreational boating lifestyle and all the gear needed for a great experience on the ...
Upcoming Shows & Trade Events
Hamburg Boat Show
23-27 October 2019, Hamburg, Germany
Valencia Boat show
30 October - 3 November 2019, Valencia, Spain
METSTRADE - Marine Equipment Trade Show
19-21 November 2019, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Boat & Fun Berlin
21-24 November 2019, Berlin, Germany
Paris Nautic Boat Show
7-15 December 2019, Paris, France
Nashville Boat Show
9-12 January 2020, Tennessee, USA
Thailand Yacht Show
9-12 January 2020, Phuket, Thailand
Kansas City Boat & Sportshow
9-12 January 2020, MO, USA
Atlanta Boat Show
16-19 January 2020, Georgia, USA
Toronto International Boat Show
17-26 January 2020, Ontario, Canada
Louisville Boat, RV & Sportshow
22-26 January 2020, KY, USA
New York Boat Show
22 - 26 January 2020, NY, USA
