All Metstrade articles
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NewsMetstrade expands marina and yacht focus
Expanded Marina & Yard Zone and Yacht Infrastructure Summit to connect global marina professionals at the 2026 event
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NewsMetstrade targets North American marine businesses
North America stage and combined pavilions to connect companies with global markets, partners and industry expertise
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NewsMetstrade expands superyacht focus
The 2026 event will feature an expanded Superyacht Zone, Refit Clusters and a programme focused on future industry trends
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NewsYachting Ventures unveils jury for 2026 Metstrade Startup Pitch Competition
A 10-strong panel of marine industry leaders, investors and entrepreneurs will judge this year’s Metstrade, including IBI publisher Philippa Drysdale
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ArticleMetstrade 2026 - 35th DAME Design Awards launches with sustainability focus
Metstrade exhibitors can now submit entries for the 2026 DAME Design Awards, with organisers introducing a sustainability training programme for shortlisted companies
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NewsGetting noticed in the DAME Design Awards 2026
The awards at Metstrade offer exhibitors the opportunity to showcase their latest products to an international audience of marine industry professionals. With strong competition across every category, these 10 pointers will help you create an entry that clearly communicates the design strengths and commercial potential of your product
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NewsYachting Ventures Startup Pitch Competition returns to Metstrade with expanded networking push
The competition will take place on the second day of the show in a lunchtime slot
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NewsDAME Design Awards opens entries for 35th edition
A new sustainability initiative has been introduced for 2026
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NewsBoat Builder Awards opens to honour the beating hearts of yacht building in 2026
Nominations are now open for the 2026 IBI Metstrade Boat Builder Awards for Business Achievement, under the theme ‘The Industrial Pulse’
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SpainSpain Market Report: Overview – Navigating stable waters
After a slow start to 2025, the Spanish market showed signs of gradual recovery from summer onward, finishing with a strong final quarter
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ArticleUniversities take centre stage at Metstrade’s Future Marine Lab
Expanded initiative aims to connect academic innovation with industry expertise as sector faces talent and sustainability challenges
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NewsHow Starcraft’s authentic 1957 Ski Champ relaunch wowed BBA judges
The Indiana-based builder’s strategic supplier partnerships earned recognition at last November’s Boat Builder Awards, demonstrating how deep builder-supplier collaboration can deliver period-correct authenticity that taps into the emerging heritage trend
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Boatbuilding Materials & MachineryStalex’s reinforced nylon watertight hatch
Seeking the ultimate watertight hatch for workboat and leisure use, Netherlands-based Stalex spent over two years designing a new version of an old favourite
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NewsIBEX and Metstrade launch programme to help international brands enter $230bn US marine market
The new initiative targets overseas marine companies seeking access to the US recreational boating sector
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NewsMetstrade urges industry-wide action for cleaner waterways and seas
The global leisure marine community is encouraged to take part in sustainability initiatives during this year’s World Boating Day campaign
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OpinionMetstrain: The sustainable way to travel to Metstrade
Following the success of its Metstrain initiative in 2025, Metstrade is pleased to announce its return for the 2026 edition, with a limited number of early bird tickets available now. Providing an accessible and sustainable method of travel, Metstrain creates an opportunity for networking and collaboration before the show even ...
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NewsMetstrain returns for 2026 with early bird tickets now available
The London-to-Amsterdam train service offers a sustainable and hassle-free way to travel to this year’s Metstrade
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NewsSeaquip joins IFBSO following successful inaugural edition
Membership gives B2B trade show access to a global platform for collaboration, networking, and knowledge sharing
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NewsMetstrade 2026 sees record demand, organiser unveils new plans
This year’s show will return to Amsterdam with enhanced zones, a streamlined layout, and expanded opportunities for the global leisure marine industry
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NewsPalma International Boat Show joins IFBSO
Membership was confirmed following discussions at Metstrade last November









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