International Federation of Boat Show Organisers - IFBSO

30/05/2024

Ancora Yachtfestival on the Baltic Sea

Date: May, 31st. until June, 2nd, 2024
Opening hours: 10:00 - 18:00

The ancora YACHTFESTIVAL, Germany's largest in-water boat show, invites you to its 15th edition at the 5-star ancora Marina in Neustadt in Holstein from May 31 - June 2, 2024.
With the start of the yachting season, around 160 yachts will be presented in their natural element, the water. Discover new boats and yachts and find out about the latest accessories in around 90 pagodas and on 1,500 square meters in the modern exhibition hall. Share your enthusiasm for yachting with us in expert talks, workshops and demonstrations. Enjoy culinary delights at the food court and relax on the beach with a view of the Bay of Lübeck. With opti-sailing, motor boating, wooden boat building and surfing taster courses right on the beach, we also offer plenty of fun for children.

The festival has long since become the meeting place for yachting enthusiasts on the Baltic Sea in spring and a fixed date for anyone who wants to get a comprehensive overview of the market.

We at IFBSO the International Federation of Boat Show Organizers are confident that Heiko Zimmermann and his team will again deliver an in-water-boat-show at a level of excellence. All the best for the upcoming days!

30/05/2024

Klaipeda Boat Show by LitBoat

The boat show can be visited throughout the weekend:
(May 31st until June 2nd, 2024)
on May 31 - from 10:00 a.m. until 18:00
on June 1 - from 10:00 a.m. until 18:00
on June 2 - from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

A unique event in Lithuania! It is an exhibition of leisure boats. This year, up to 50 different leisure boats can be seen in the Smiltynes Yacht Club! This event is for everyone who shares a passion for boats, sails and the water.

We, as IFBSO wish LitBoat - Lietuvos pramoginės laivybos industrijos asociacija, with Karolis Valenta at the helm and his team a fulminant start at the new location at Smiltynes Jachtklubas in Klaipeda, Lithuania.

26/03/2024

THE 27TH CHINA (SHANGHAI) INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 2024
26 - 29 March 2024
Shanghai, China

The China (Shanghai) International Boat Show - CIBS, the flagship exhibition with a focus on the full value chain of the boat industry in Asia, is currently taking place at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC).

CIBS is aiming to be the leading business platform with outstanding quality and value for the entire boat industry, providing a professional business environment for exhibitors and buyers all around the world. As a long-standing member of IFBSO , CIBS has been a major force in the promotion and development of the Asian yacht industry.

Supported by the China Boat Industry & Trade Association and the Shanghai Association of Shipbuilding Industry and with Informa - organisers of some of the world's leading boat shows - as the parent company, CIBS will benefit from and share some of their global resources.

CIBS is divided into seven themed sections, including: Watersports, Lure Fishing, RV camping, Homestay tourism, Outdoor Sports, Amusement Equipment to showcase a comprehensive display of all aspects of the boat and water leisure industry. CIBS is committed to introducing this fun and healthy lifestyle to consumers whilst at the same time furthering the development of the whole boat industry.

Congratulations to the entire team of the China (Shanghai) International Boat Show on their 27th show edition and best wishes for a successful event.

14/03/2024

Seatec Compotec Marine
14 & 15 March 2024
Carrara, Tuscany / Italy

Time for celebration in beautiful Tuscany, where these day not the world famos Carrara marble is in the center of attraction.

Seatec, our member show, is the only professional event in the Mediterranean Area dedicated to technology, components and design in the marine industry.

A determined momentum towards the future of the Marine Industry, through technology and sustainability.

The 2024 edition of Seatec & Compotec Marine takes place in the context of Tuscany Yachting Week.

We wish the esteemed Seatec Compotec Marine team a brilliant trade fair with countless visitors and good business for the exhibitors.

14/03/2024

Auckland Boat Show (NZ)
14 - 17 March 2024

Our IFBSO member The Auckland Boat Show opened it's doors to the public today. Over 250 boats are on display, with new boat brands to New Zealand from Norway, Finland, Germany, Sweden, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, and France, as well as new launches from New Zealand.

Everything is lined up and polished to the brigthes shine. Wishing the NZ Marine Industry Association team a successful show and good sales for the industry.

Come and celebrate with the newest edition of the Auckland Boat Show.

07/03/2024

Allt för sjön - International Boat Show
Stockholm

Visitors are welcome to a world of inspiration, knowledge, news and the opportunity to buy their dream boat - whether it's a kayak, sailing dinghy or a motorboat.

Stockholm International Boat Show is being hosted by Hanse Thorslund and his team parallel with Antikmässan form March 7-10, 2024 and from
March 14-17, 2024 parallel to Stockholm Husvagn Husbil.

Opening hours are:
Thursday 10:00 -20:00 | Friday 10:00-18:00 | Saturday 10:00 - 18:00 |
Sunday 10:00-18:00

Come and celebrate with our IFBSO member in northern Europe the newest edition of this renowned show!

14/02/2024

BoatLife
NEC, Birmingham

Thursday 15th Feb 10:00 - 17:00
Friday 16th Feb 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday 17th Feb 10:00 - 17:00
Sunday 18th Feb 10:00 - 16:00

Back to Europe....and again, it's celebration time!

Our International Federation of Boat Show Organisers - IFBSO member BoatLife Events is hosting it's annual boat show.

BoatLife has the vision of bringing together the boating community, helping the industry to grow and succeed. BoatLife is made up of different parts, including a big event and an online community. It brings together an audience throughout the year, deliver fantastic events for visitors while providing exhibitors with the best place for new sales opportunities.

We wish Richard Dove and his team a promising start and a successful turnout of the show. Smiling faces all along!

13/02/2024

Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show

Wed 14 Feb 10 am – 6 pm (Valentine's Day)
Thu 15 Feb 10 am – 6 pm
Fri 16 Feb 10 am – 7 pm​
Sat 17 Feb 10 am – 7 pm
Sun 18 Feb 10 am – 5 pm

Boat show season is kicking off in the "Sunshine State" of Florida! The Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show, is opening its doors tomorrow. is a coop of our International Federation of Boat Show Organisers - IFBSO member The Miami International Boat Show and the Miami Yacht Show, making it the largest boat and yacht show in the world.

We wish Jennifer Thompson and the two teams a fulminant show with satisfied exhibitors and visitors!

09/02/2024

Helsinki International Boat Show
Vene 24 Båt

Fri 9 Feb 11 am – 7 pm
Sat-Sun 10-11 Feb 10 am – 6 pm
Mon-Fri 12-16 Feb 11 am – 7 pm​
Sat-Sun 17-18 Feb 10 am – 6 pm

Our IFBSO member International Boat Show Vene Båt is the largest boating event in the Northern Europe. It gathers together hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of visitors. Vene Båt is an indoor boat show with emphasis on three major sectors: boating, fishing and water sports.

The show opened its doors today and welcomed a well informed and interested crowd of visitors.

We wish Jussi Kivikari and his team a successful show, sending out good vibes to the industry!

31/01/2024

International Federation of Boat Show Organisers - IFBSO member Svenska Mässan soon welcomes exhibitors and visitors to the Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre for the Gothenburg Boat Show where you will find everything to make life on water better, more enjoyable, easier, safer and more fun - a large range of boats, accessories and equipment for your boat and crew.

At the Gothenburg Boat Show there’s something for everybody who enjoys life at sea: boat owners, boat enthusiasts, families, fishing enthusiast, water lovers and curious beginners. Seminars will be held every day at Stora Scenen, addressing subjects like sport fishing, sailing, outdoor life, general boat life and much more. With about 250 companies exhibiting and 60,000 visitors expected from Sweden's west coast, it promises to be a lively event.

We wish Jacob Ryder and his team the very best of luck and all participants a great time at the show.

21/12/2023

With best wishes for joy at Christmas and a happy, successful and peaceful New Year.

30/11/2023

BOAT & FUN
30 Nov - 03 Dec 203
BERLIN

The last International Federation of Boat Show Organisers - IFBSO member show for this year, BOOT & FUN, Germany's largest boat and leisure fair, with an impressive variety of brands and models spread over 14 halls and 85,000 m², opens its doors shortly in the middle of Europe's largest inland water sports area where 800 exhibitors wait to welcome you. Be inspired by over 600 luxurious motorboats, sleek sailing yachts and fantastically beautiful houseboats and find your suitable boat in the halls under the radio tower!

The event encompasses BOAT & FUN BERLIN, BOAT & FUN INWATER and the new platform BOAT & FUN ONLINE.

We congratulate Daniel Barkowski and his team on the scope of the sow and wish him, the exhibitors and visitors a lot of fun!

23/11/2023

International Federation of Boat Show Organisers - IFBSO wishes all members a very happy Thanksgiving celebration.

16/11/2023

After a productive day at METSTRADE, some of our members enjoy socialising and relaxing over a beer (or two).

14/11/2023

Metstrade
15 - 17 November 2023
RAI Amsterdam

It's almost showtime! Welcome to Metstrade where the global leisure marine industry comes together from tomorrow. International Federation of Boat Show Organisers - IFBSO member Metstrade is the world’s largest trade exhibition of marine equipment, materials and systems. As the only truly international B2B exhibition for the marine leisure industry the show has served as a platform for innovation, market developments and networking since its launch in 1988.

In addition to the overall leisure marine industry, Metstrade caters for three specialist sectors: Superyachts, Marinas and Yards and Construction materials through three specialised pavilions, each offering a smaller self-contained show within the larger show context.

IFBSO can't wait to attend and to connect with members old and new and network amongst the 17,000+ professionals in the leisure marine industry.

We wish Niels Klarenbeek and his team a good start and successful show.

10/11/2023

China (Xiamen) International Boat Show
10 - 13.11.2023
Wuyuan Bay Yacht Marina

International Federation of Boat Show Organisers - IFBSO congratulates its member China (Xiamen) International Boat Show on the opening of its event at Wuyuan Bay Yacht Harbour. The show is an important supporting activity of Xiamen International Ocean Week and constitutes an annual highlight in the boating calendar as an international yacht event integrating an exhibition, forum, race and related activities, and is praised as the most influential water-based boat show in the region.

The China (Xiamen) International Boat Show is only one of two IFBSO members in China and its cooperation, past and present, with other boat shows in Singapore, Australia and Taiwan reflects the increasing international influence of Xiamen International Boat Show.

09/11/2023

Experience "Life on the Water" at the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS) which opened earlier today.

International Federation of Boat Show Organisers - IFBSO member ADIBS truly encompasses and celebrates life on the water.
An unmissable lifestyle experience, offering an exclusive opportunity to explore a fantastic line-up of yachts, sailing boats, house boats, fishing, water sports and marine equipment presented by leading international and local brands. Discover the most emblematic and influential Show of its kind in the region and immerse yourself in entertainment, attractions, and the serene and timeless beauty of Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi International Boat Show is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region.

We wish our colleague Carol Stoneman and her team at @ Capital Events the very best of success for the next 4 days.

ADIBS is an unmissable global opportunity to showcase and for learning the ultimate in boating design, craftsmanship, lifestyle, and everything the leisure marine industry has to offer.

07/11/2023

Why boat shows are critical to the industry's success. An inspiring read by IFBSO Ltd member Jennifer Thompson in the member publication Soundings Trade Only.

Boat shows are critical to the industry’s success, especially during down cycles.

24/10/2023

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS)
25. - 29.10.2023
Fort Lauderdale

Tomorrow will see the eagerly awaited start of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, the world's largest in-water boat show with its vast array of the industry’s latest boats and yachts of all sizes, worldwide debuts, plus a medley of marine products and accessories to enhance the nautical lifestyle. From yacht builders and designers to exotic cars and brokerage yachts, this show has something for everyone. The five-day event showcases more world and U.S. debuts than any other boat show in the country.

FLIBS, International Federation of Boat Show Organisers - IFBSO's newest member is also sailing towards sustainability. Under the Faster to Zero pillar, FLIBS is moving faster to become a zero waste and net zero carbon business by 2023.

We wish Andrew Doole and his organising team at Informa U.S. Boat Shows a triumphant launch and successful and enjoyable event.

23/10/2023

25. Biograd Boat Show
25. - 29.10.2023
Marina Kornati, Biograd na Moru

Our IFBSO Ltd member show Biograd Boat Show opens its doors on Wednesday to showcase Croatia's largest boat show with record numbers of exhibitors, vessels and premieres. The show’s success is the unique formula created by the Organizer Ilirija - Biograd na Moru who combine their impressive Marina Kornati, Ilirija hotels, restaurants, and entertainment facilities into an attractive “Boat Show Experience” package. When the sun sets, the exhibiting stops and the party begins, with a legendary entertainment program that spills into the town centre. Combined with Biograd’s spectacular setting, the show is truly unique in the world.

We wish Milan Sangulin and his team every success and an enjoyable event.

13/10/2023

IFBSO is extremely proud to welcome its newest member, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, the largest in-water boat show in the world. We wish you every success for your forthcoming event and look forward to a fruitful and exciting cooperation.

11/10/2023

Salon Nautico Internacional De Barcelona

11 - 15 October 2023
Barcelona - Port Vell

Our IFBSO Ltd member Salón Náutico Internacional Barcelona opened it’s doors today to the public. All prepped up and ready to go.

Salón Náutico is the largest landmark for the nautical industry in Spain.

We wish the team of Fira Barcelona a fantastic course with good sales for their exhibitiors and happy visitors who could realize their dreams.

The Sky Is The New Heaven!

02/10/2023

IBEX 2023

… where better boats begin!

Our IFBSO member show IBEX, International BoatBuilders' Exhibition & Conference is ready and well prepared to open its doors tomorrow and welcome all exhibitors and visitors.

In Tampa, Florida Anne Dunbar and her Team have worked hard to put the show together and other then in the past, deserve to celebrate IBEX 2023!

From all of us IFBSO Ltd best wishes for a fantastic and good business making show in 2023. Go for it!

24/09/2023

ICOMIA / IFBSO Congress 2024 - preparations & site visits at La Rochelle 🇫🇷

Thank you very much GRAND PAVOIS ORGANISATION (GPO) for hosting me this weekend and all the preparations you have already put into organizing our congress.

The locations are well chosen and meet all our requirements. Really looking forward to coming back in May 2024 for congress. IFBSO Ltd and ICOMIA have found a strong partner for congress.

Thank you Anaïs Lheureux and Christophe Vieux .

23/09/2023

Celebrate Boat Shows“ presents ….

Interboot Friedrichshafen on Lake Constanze, Germany

From Sept. 23rd until Oct. 1st, 2023 our IFBSO Ltd member show is the center of attraction for boating and water sports in the south of Germany.

“Your moment” is the motto of this years show and all of us at IFBSO wish Felix Klarmann and his team Messe Friedrichshafen GmbH a brilliant start and a fantastic outcome of the show!

22/09/2023

It’s a great pleasure to be at the Southampton Boat Show with its unique setting with some trade stands nestled against the city walls and, at the other end, boats out on the water flanked by commercial traffic.

20/09/2023

“Sea More“ at the 63rd Edition of Salone Nautico Internazionale di Genova from Sept. 21st until Sept. 26th, 2023.

The celebration of IFBSO Ltd member shows continues. This time in Genoa on the beautiful Ligurian Coast of Italy.

Genoa International Boat Show is an essential for both the international yachting market and the sea enthusiasts.

We at IFBSO Ltd wish the team of Salone Nautici SRL a great start and a brilliant outcome of their show.

09/09/2023

„Escape“ - „Unplug“ - „Unwind“

…is the motto of our member show, the Atlantic City In-Water Power Boat Show !

The show has more for its visitors to see than ever before. With new boat lines and more noteworthy exhibitors. One can see more, board more and enjoy the show!

Wishing Jerry Flaxman and his team a fulminant show and a fantastic weekend with lot’s of happy faces, from all of us IFBSO Ltd .

07/09/2023

Let’s celebrate the launch of Hamburg Yachtsfestival, taking place from September 8th to 10th, 2023! Under the captivating motto, "BOATING! LIVE!", this event promises to be a celebration of the exhilarating world of boating like never before.
At IFBSO, we are always excited to support and promote innovative and thrilling boat shows, and the Hamburg Yachtsfestival is no exception. As a member of IFBSO, we're delighted to extend our best wishes to Heiko Zimmerman and his team for this fantastic initiative.

06/09/2023

As summer comes to a close, it signals the start of boat show season. Cheers to ! There's no finer way to embrace the boating lifestyle than at these events. Boat shows play a vital role in helping countless new enthusiasts find their dream vessels, while also generating employment opportunities for boat builders, marinas, equipment manufacturers, and marine service providers. These shows are pivotal in propelling the leisure marine industry forward, and at , the International Federation of Boat Show Organizers, we proudly back the world's leading boat shows. We wish all visitors, exhibitors and organisers a splendid boat show season! ⚓🛥️