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Exciting new products, services and the startup companies that introduce these, are found at the Startup zones – one for the leisure boating sector and one for the superyacht segment. Tickling anticipation, four of the newby entrepreneurs tell about their debut at Metstrade.

Peeking into the startup novelties

Marinas step up their business from mere piers where small leisure boats find their berths, towards multi disciplinary resorts for nautical lifestyle experiences. “Marinas must treat visitors like hotel guests,” Alberto Galassi, CEO of the Feretti Group said at the Icomia World Marinas Conference. Digitalisation of services, the need for berths for bigger yachts and standardisation of online services are the challenges for marina operators. Market research forecasts a bright decade ahead, if marinas can provide the encompassing experience that boat owners are expected to desire.

Marinas transform to yachting resorts

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

Williams Jet Tender’s Operations Director Dan Bloice-Smith explains how his company has made significant authentic progress in reducing environmental impact, as recognised in last year’s IBI Metstrade Boat Builder Awards.

Placing sustainability at the core of boat building

Life Cycle Assessment tools specially for the leisure marine sector are tested and ready for large scale implementation. During Metstrade 2025, user experiences and best practises are shared. Experts meet to further improve the ease of use of such tools.

Know your impact: tools to determine footprint can provide insight to reduce it

Corporate clothing is more than appearance - it is a reflection of brand values. By choosing premium, long-lasting apparel, businesses signal professionalism, care, and integrity. Henri-Lloyd partners with companies to deliver refined, inclusive clothing that builds confidence, strengthens culture, and ensures brand impact endures well beyond the event.

Dress the part: Why quality corporate clothing defines brand impact

Rock star sailors, regatta organisers, their sponsors, sports association officials and amateur sailors are set to explore the future of their sport at the Yacht Racing Forum (YRF). Together with expert sessions on event management and technology, fireside chats will allow for free thought sharing on a variety of topics concerning the development of yacht racing. Show organiser Bernard Schöpfer presents his plans.

Exploring the future of sail racing at Yacht Racing Forum

We speak with Victoria Low, the recently appointed CEO of The Magenta Project, to learn how her organisation is offering its expertise to assist the leisure marine industry with its equity and inclusion objectives.

Building towards balance

Last year’s Sustainability keynote at The Superyacht Forum focused on how the superyacht industry will chart its course to a regenerative sector in 2050 and highlighted steps already in place now.

Charting a course to 2050

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Peeking into the startup novelties

Marinas transform to yachting resorts

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

Placing sustainability at the core of boat building

Know your impact: tools to determine footprint can provide insight to reduce it

Dress the part: Why quality corporate clothing defines brand impact

Exploring the future of sail racing at Yacht Racing Forum

Building towards balance

Charting a course to 2050

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