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What to expect on Tuesday 17 November 

Dive into the heart of cutting-edge technology on Tuesday at Metstrade 2026. This second day of the week is packed with insightful sessions, fun activities, and networking opportunities.

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Discover what the other days have in store for you: 

Monday 16 November
Wednesday 18 November
Thursday 19 November
Friday 20 November

Top 3 sessions

On Tuesday, we offer you an extensive programme, free to join. Gain knowledge about hot topics such as:

  • Great design is more than surface deep, at the Metstrade Stage, from 11.00 to 12.15
     
  • Women’s Yachting Awards, at the Superyacht Stage, from 13.15 to 14:30
     
  • Invitation to Exhibitors: Join the Young Professionals Networking Drinks, at the Young Professional Club, from 16.30 to 18.00
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  • Navigate through the interactive floor plan
  • Explore the complete list of nearly 1,700 exhibitors

Available from end October.

Metstrade Official Opening

Location: Restaurant Harbour 8 - RAI Amsterdam
Time: 08.00 - 09:30 hours

Kick off Metstrade 2026 with the Official Opening - a flagship moment for the global marine industry. This year's keynote address will be delivered by Bruno Thivoyon, Chief Executive Officer of Groupe Beneteau. 

The ceremony also features the announcement of the prestigious DAME Design Awards, celebrating the best in leisure marine design.

Please note that this event is for exhibitors, press, members of the Young Professionals Club, and VIP-guests only.

Hiswa Symposium

Location: Emerald Room, Entrance G
Time: 08.30 - 19.00 hours

Get ready for a new wave of innovation. The 29th HISWA Symposium brings the yacht design community together for two days of fresh insights, bold ideas, and hands on expertise. This edition introduces a seakeeping fundamentals course, a full session dedicated to foiling, and — for the first time — open access for Superyacht Forum participants.

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