Southampton Boat Show: 2024 Highlights & Round-up
From the 13th-22nd September the 55th Southampton International Boat Show celebrated the vibrant marine industry for ten days of sunshine, here’s a full round-up of the show and some of this year’s highlights…
Covering 70,000 square metres, with a wide array of over 650 craft, Southampton Boat Show 2024 welcomed over 100,300 visitors for 10 days of complete immersion into the marine world. From talks and speakers on the Foredeck Stage and Live music, to a remarkable number of yachts, motorboats, ribs, classic boats and craft, and a who zone dedicated to water sports, this family friendly event catered to every kind of visitor, from seasoned sailors, serious buyers, seaside lovers and marine businesses.
Our Editor, Sam Jefferson, interviewed Adrien Burnand from British Marine, who told us all about the show and the setup!
Lesley Robinson, CEO, British Marine, owners and operators of the Southampton International Boat Show, commented:
“The on-water activities are always a highlight of the show and this year, thousands of people experienced the thrill of getting out on the water. We’ve had fantastic feedback, and it’s a true testament to the hard work and dedication of our watersports partners”
Southampton Boat Show Highlights
What the Exhibitors Said
Lucy Gray, Chief Operating Officer, Cruising Association
“The Cruising Association has enjoyed great engagement with visitors to our stand. Our reputation, along with the resources and services we provide, resonates with the cruising community. From exploring inland waterways to offshore passages, the positive feedback we’ve received underscores the value of our expertise in supporting both sail and motorboaters.”
Christopher Head, Sales Director, Sunseeker London Group
“What a fantastic week in the sunshine at Southampton International Boat Show. Our display of Sunseeker Yachts has never looked better, and our team are simply the best in the world. All these factors have helped us achieve strong sales throughout the week!”
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- New Gear at Southampton Boat Show 2024: Fresh Sailing Kit
- Women in Sailing: Southampton Boat Show Women in Marine Day
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