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Former Indian Navy officer Darsitha Babu answers our questions about her career journey from uniformed service as a trained engineer, to preparing for a civilian maritime career in the Netherlands, inspired by people she met at Metstrade 2025

Military to civilian – the maritime industry career switch

Discover what's new at IBEX, from the Main Stage and Next-Gen Power Pavilion to expanded networking and education opportunities.

Building what's next together

The global leisure marine market is navigating a dynamic landscape shaped by shifting consumer demands, economic pressures, and technological innovation. While the volume segment faces challenges, there are recent signs of a bright future. Meanwhile, the luxury and superyacht sectors are currently thriving and show no signs of slowing down.

Director of Metstrade gives his viewpoint on the global leisure marine market

The founder of Yachting Ventures answers our questions on the background to her work with emerging businesses and the importance of Metstrade and the Young Professionals Club in developing startups and talent.

Humans of Metstrade featuring Gabbi Richardson

Burgess Yachts’ Shipyard Expert & Sales Broker highlights emerging technology trends influencing the superyacht industry and reflects on her 19-year career within the sector.

Humans of METSTRADE: Eleonora Pitasso

We talk to Cees van Bladel about his organisation’s developments with hydrogen as a performance extender for electric-powered high performance small craft.

Humans of METSTRADE with Cees van Bladel

We talk to Nona Pedersen, co-founder of New Zealand-based marketing, business services and business brokerage start-up, YESSSS.

Humans of METSTRADE with Nona Pedersen

We talk to Elena Ratti, marketing and communication coordinator of Italian stabiliser manufacturer Smartgyro, about her career and the advantages of working in an innovative company with a high ratio of younger employees.

Humans of METSTRADE with Elena Ratti

We talk to Jorin Bijl, account manager at Yanmar Marine International, about his pathway into a marine career.

Humans of METSTRADE with Thom Pijnenburg

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17 → 19 November 2026
RAI Amsterdam

Humans of Metstrade

Military to civilian – the maritime industry career switch

Building what's next together

Director of Metstrade gives his viewpoint on the global leisure marine market

Humans of Metstrade featuring Gabbi Richardson

Humans of METSTRADE: Eleonora Pitasso

Humans of METSTRADE with Cees van Bladel

Humans of METSTRADE with Nona Pedersen

Humans of METSTRADE with Elena Ratti

Humans of METSTRADE with Thom Pijnenburg

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17 → 19 November 2026 RAI Amsterdam

Humans of Metstrade

17 → 19 November 2026
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