Metstrade Keeps Dedicated Space for North American Suppliers
NMMA says limited space remains in the USA and Canada Pavilions at Metstrade 2026, giving marine equipment firms a route to meet distributors and …
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IBEX Adds Focused Pavilions and Trade Routes for 2026
IBEX is expanding specialist pavilions and guided trade routes at its 6–8 October Tampa event to connect marine companies with propulsion, electronics, composites and …
IBEX Sets Industry Breakfast for 6 October
IBEX will open its October programme with an industry breakfast featuring a recreational boating market address, leadership recognition and innovation awards ahead of the …
Garmin LiveScope 2 Adds New Transducers and Higher Resolution
Garmin has introduced LiveScope 2 live-scanning sonar with new transducer options and stated resolution gains for anglers, expanding the equipment available for small fishing …
Southampton Show Programme Includes More Than 20 Boat Debuts
The RYA has previewed more than 20 world, UK and show debuts at Southampton International Boat Show, with over 250 craft in the event …
Marine Electrical Conference Returns in February 2027
British Marine has opened bookings for its electrical and electronics conference in February 2027, with a refreshed programme aimed at technicians, suppliers and marine …
British Marine Opens Nominations for Inland Sector Awards
British Marine is inviting member nominations for its 2026/27 Inland Sector Awards, highlighting the businesses, products, services and sustainability work supporting boating away from …
British Marine Sets Thames Conference Aboard Dixie Queen
British Marine has opened bookings for its 2027 Passenger Boat and Commercial Marine Conference aboard Dixie Queen on the Thames, combining operational updates and …
Brokerfest Brings Boat Brokers Together at Southampton
British Marine, BRBA and ABYA organised Brokerfest 2026 at Southampton, bringing brokers together for market discussion, networking and professional updates before the show opened.
Boat Show Exhibitors Invited to Back Carbon and Plastic Projects
Southampton International Boat Show introduced a voluntary exhibitor scheme using £50 contributions towards selected carbon and plastic projects, with participation certificates available.
MDL Marinas Names Colin Lambert Head of Estates
MDL Marinas has appointed property specialist Colin Lambert as Head of Estates, bringing more than two decades of professional experience to its marina property …
Promarine Expands Marine Finance to Commercial Operators
Promarine Finance is extending its specialist lending to commercial marine operators, offering facilities from £25,000 for vessels, refinancing and upgrades across eligible fleets and …
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