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BoatBuilders’ Exhibition in such a busy marketplace when
and Conference (IBEX) is on budgets are squeezed.
the cutting edge of what’s new in terms New products play an important
of marine technology and techniques. role at IBEX, with hundreds of product
A series of 53 seminars (see box) and debuts made at the show every year.
20 free exhibitor workshops as well as IBEX acknowledges the pick of the
a large outdoor demonstration area crop with its own Innovation Awards.
offer boatbuilders ample opportunity to This year companies from around the
update their skills. However, visitors to world will use the show to introduce
this October’s event will also notice that innovative products, including FinScan,
the Florida-based show — now in its Mastervolt, Dometic, Dupont Surfaces
16th year — is in tune with more than its and Airtech International.
target audience’s technical needs. Looking to the future, the 2010
New for the 2009 edition are IBEX’s edition of IBEX will be further enriched
Dealer Development Days. Face-to- when the Marine Aftermarket
face business at a minimal cost was Accessories Trade Show (MAATS) moves
the driver behind the introduction from Las Vegas to occupy an additional
of ‘deeply discounted’ exhibitor pavilion at the Florida show. Ben Wold,
rates for a dedicated pavilion where ABOVE NEW PRODUCTS PLAY AN IMPORTANT ROLE AT IBEX the NMMA’s executive vice president
boatbuilders could display their latest of shows, told EB’s sister publicaion
models. In-water space has also been event that provides additional tangible IBI: “One trade event for OEM and
made available for sea-trials and business opportunities.” aftermarket parts and accessories will
demonstrations. Free dealer seminars discussing create a more productive environment,
“It’s important we continue moving issues such as the economics of reduce exhibitor costs and time
our industry forward and constantly running a boat dealership in the current pressures and attract a broader base of
provide innovative, affordable solutions climate, financing issues, and best attendees to the show.”
for conducting business in this difficult business practices offer extra incentive
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