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Amsterdam will be ‘marina central’ T
his November, the city of Amsterdam will be ‘marina central’ – the place to be for professionals serving the
international leisure harbour industry whether by developing, building or operating marinas or supplying the equipment that enables berths to be accessed and services to be provided for boat-owners. The Marina & Yard Pavilion (MYP), which is part of the METSTRADE Show, will overlap with the renowned ICOMIA World Marinas Conference. The METSTRADE Show will take place from 15 to 17 November, while the World Marinas Conference runs from 17 to 19 November, both at RAI Amsterdam. As the world’s premier
international exhibition for marine equipment, the METSTRADE Show provides a platform for almost 1,400 exhibitors from over 40 countries to showcase their products to more than 22,000 visitors. It combines new products, seminars and unrivalled networking opportunities for visitors to connect across countries, technologies and industry sectors. In addition to a wide range of
country pavilions, the METSTRADE Show features three thematic pavilions that represent smaller self-contained shows within the larger concept. One of these is the MYP, which has become the annual meeting place for professionals in
opportunity, with the experience enhanced by dedicated side events, such as a tour of several of the finest marinas in The Netherlands, as well as a gala dinner. All events will be geared towards building new relationships and improving existing ones. This exceptional combination will
the marina and yard construction and management sector over the past decade. Over 50 exhibitors have already registered for the 2016 edition – more than last year’s final total – with others expected to join in the weeks ahead. At the 2016 METSTRADE Show, the MYP will also play host to the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference (WMC), which will deliver an innovative programme of topics, speakers and events under the theme ‘The future of marinas in a changing world’. Highlights include marina development (new ideas/ trends and the refurbishment of aged marinas), regulations (water planning regimes & zones, concessions & financing, environmental legislation), management and operations (innovative solutions, staffing and
Porto Montenegro to host 2nd superyacht show
Following the success of the inaugural MYBA Pop-Up Superyacht Show in September, last year, Porto Montenegro is pleased to announce it will be hosting the 2016 edition from 2-4 September. Once again, the most prominent international brokers, agents and superyachts will come together for three days of yacht inspections, B2B meetings, networking and seminars. Thanks to the marina’s 250
metre LOA berth capacity, there are no restrictions on yacht size at the
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event. All yachts over 20 metres, charter agents, sales brokers, charter managers and technical yacht managers are eligible to register and discounts are available for those who register early. It has been confirmed that
MYBA members, Yachtfolio subscribers, Yachtfolio-listed yachts and MYBA E-contract subscribers will automatically be accepted. MYBA Pop-Up Superyacht Show
info@mybapopupshow.com www.mybapopupshow.com
training, marketing and customer care) and co-operation between the public and private sectors. The conference will consist of
three days of activities highlighting innovation, inspiration, best practices and market solutions, providing attendees with the tools required to get ahead in the global marina industry. To maximise opportunities this
November, these two marina industry hotspots will be located next to each other in the RAI Convention Centre: the ICOMIA WMC will be organised in the Amtrium complex while the MYP is located in the adjacent Hall 5. This exclusive combination will offer a ‘one-stop-shop’ available to thousands of METSTRADE visitors and some 300 conference delegates. It will be the optimal networking
represent one of the most exciting events the international marina industry has seen in years. Visitors can meet hundreds of like-minded peers from around the world and enjoy an impressive line-up of speakers consisting of leading experts from the international marina industry. They will gain an overview of scores of marina-related companies and updates on the latest innovations and most recent developments within the industry. There are also many secondary
benefits to the Dutch backdrop of the two events. The Netherlands is one of the countries in the world where recreational sailing is the most common and related facilities the most developed. A marina tour will include some of the best Dutch state- of-the-art marinas. There is also, of course, the inimitable backdrop provided by the architecture and facilities of the city of Amsterdam! METSTRADE
registration@rai.nl www.metstrade.com
Surge in ticket sales for Southampton
Boaters and families across the UK and further afield are eagerly awaiting the start of the 2016 Southampton Boat Show as ticket sales surge during the first three weeks of going on sale. To date, sales are 150% ahead of the same time last year for the world-class, on-water exhibition, which takes place from 16-25 September. Now in its 48th year, the event
will showcase the very best that the international marine industry has to offer with thousands of
boats, brands and equipment on display. Those already confirmed amongst the nearly 600 exhibiting brands include 32 boats making their debut at the Show, with eight World firsts and 24 UK debuts. Highlights include the Oyster
675, the Greenline 36, the Spirit 47CR, the Cormate Utility 23 R and the X4 and X6 from X-Yachts. Southampton Boat Show
info@loveboatshows.com www.southamptonboatshow. com
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