International Federation of Boat Show Organisers - IFBSO

16/10/2024

10/09/2024

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.