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What to expect on Wednesday

Dive into the heart of cutting-edge technology on Wednesday at Metstrade 2026. This third 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 17 November
Tuesday 18 November
Thursday 20 November
Friday 21 November

Top 3 sessions

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

  • Explore the Unknown, at the Metstrade Stage, from 14.00 to 14.30
     
  • Charting the Future: Unlocking Global Insights into the Next Generation of Boat Buyers, at the North America Stage, from 14.00 to 14.30
     
  • Foiling and the Superyacht Sector: From Tenders to Large Yachts, at the Superyacht Stage, at 15.15 
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Women in Nautica

Location: D203 - D204
Time: 10:00 - 14:00 

The Women in Nautica conference is both an educational and promotional initiative. It covers different burning topics in today’s industry, through the lens of industry professionals and their year long experience in the industry.  View the speaker biographies here »

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Women in the Marine Industry International 

Location: Metstrade Stage, hall 13
Time: 08:15 - 10:30 

This dynamic session will bring together an outstanding panel of female leaders and changemakers to share professional insights, lived experiences, and fresh perspectives from across the global marine sector.

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ICOMIA Smart Marinas WG

Location: L103 - L104
Time: 15:00 - 17:00

From Docks to Data – Connecting the Industry for Smarter Marinas
A roundtable discussion for marina managers/operators

Hosted by ICOMIA

Reservation in advance by email

KNVTS

Location: G102
Time: 15:30 - 17:00

Beyond Luxury - How Superyacht Industry Is Driving Maritime Innovation
Traditionally symbols of prestige and indulgence, superyachts are now evolving into test-beds for meaningful innovation - pioneering technologies, sustainable practices, and design philosophies that extend far beyond luxury. 

Boat Builder Awards

Location: Harbour 8 - RAI Amsterdam
Time: 19:00 - 23:00

The Boat Builder Awards is organised by long-standing collaborators IBI and Metstrade to highlight the brilliant but often unmentioned achievements of boat building companies, allied trades and the people that drive them.

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Superyacht Times Party

Location: Hotel Arena Amsterdam
Time: 20:30 - 01:00

SuperYacht Times is delighted to announce the return of the annual SuperYacht Times Party, set to take place on Wednesday 19 November 2025, during Metstrade. The event will once again be hosted at the atmospheric Hotel Arena in Amsterdam,

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