The Superyacht Coating Conference returns to Metstrade 2025

The Superyacht Coating Conference will return to RAI Amsterdam on 18–19 November 2025, running alongside Metstrade and The Superyacht Forum.

Organised by Metstrade in partnership with the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) and Superyacht Builders Association (SYBAss), the two-day B2B event will bring together industry leaders to discuss the latest legislation, tools and standardised procedures shaping the superyacht coatings sector.

With a maximum of 250 invited guests, the intimate event will be a leading platform for senior professionals to connect, share knowledge, and collaborate on solutions for the industry’s most pressing technical and regulatory challenges.

The conference aims to connect coating manufacturers with the wider superyacht sector, combining high-level networking with a strong technical focus. Sessions will tackle key challenges facing the industry, encourage dialogue between stakeholders, and provide practical insights for businesses operating in this specialist field.

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Superyacht Coating Conference schedule

The interactive approach of the conference will explore the latest developments in legislation, ISO standards, and sustainability, examine coatings from an owner’s perspective, and present advances in coating inspection, advisor certification, and dispute resolution. The event programme will also explore future requirements in international standards and guidelines, innovations in surface preparation, paint materials, and application techniques, as well as new coating-related legislation, antifouling coatings, and comprehensive quality assurance measures.

Attendees will also enjoy networking opportunities due to the conference’s strategic alignment with The Superyacht Forum.

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Niels Klarenbeek, director of Metstrade, says: “The topic of superyacht coatings remains one of the greatest challenges facing the new build and refit yards. The Superyacht Coating Conference is an excellent opportunity to share knowledge and expertise among those who have a passion for creating perfection in paint. The changing landscape in the superyacht industry makes this the essential time to organise this conference again.”

The Superyacht Coating Conference 2025 is supported by key industry players, including AkzoNobel, Hempel, BAE Systems Inc, MB92, Pettit Paint, De Koning Group, and Wrede Consulting GmbH, with several more to be confirmed.

The event will be held every two years and run alongside Metstrade and The Superyacht Forum at RAI Amsterdam.