The hidden crisis in boating – and the surprising data underpinning boot Düsseldorf’s optimism
Beneath the surface of Europe’s leisure marine market lies a quiet but significant crisis: thousands of newly qualified boaters...
Boat shows: UK and International
Boot Holland 2026 cancelled due to ‘market conditions’
The organisers of Boot Holland, the Netherlands’ only indoor watersports fair, have confirmed that the 2026 event has been...
Metstrade confirms 2025 attendance as early 2026 plans revealed
Organisers of Metstrade, which concluded its largest-ever edition on 20 November 2025, have revealed details of this year’s successful...
ExploMar to showcase electric propulsion systems at Metstrade 2025
Chinese outboard manufacturer ExploMar will present its latest electric outboard systems and battery technologies at Metstrade 2025, taking place...
Expanded Sydney International Boat Show to kick off in new November slot
The 2025 Sydney International On-Water Boat Show is preparing to open its doors tomorrow. The expanded show, which has...
Metstrade 2025: What to expect this year
Metstrade 2025 returns to RAI Amsterdam from 18 to 20 November 2025 — and it’s bigger than ever. Organisers...
Marcopolo Adventure Yachts to launch first models at boot Düsseldorf 2026
Italian adventure yacht brand Marcopolo is preparing to debut its first models, the MP10 and MP12, at boot Düsseldorf...
Lürssen and Feadship executives confirmed as speakers for 2025 Superyacht Coating Conference
The Superyacht Coating Conference 2025 has confirmed Michael Breman, sales director at Lürssen Yachts, and Tom de Vries, managing...
Seawork 2026 adds new pavilion dedicated to uncrewed and autonomous maritime systems
Seawork 2026 will introduce the Autonomous & Remote-Operated Vessel Pavilion, a new exhibition area dedicated to uncrewed and autonomous...
World Boating Day returns in May 2026 for global celebration
Following its second edition in 2025, World Boating Day will return on 23 May 2026. The event, coordinated by...
FLIBS 2025: 66th edition begins as The Honours announced
The 66th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) begins today (29 October 2025), and runs to 2 November...
