Guide to South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2025

Your guide to the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2025…

Set against the spectacular backdrop of MDL’s flagship Ocean Village Marina, the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2025 returns this May to bring you the very best global power, sail and electric brands, along with innovative eco-friendly products, all at the same great venue.

Guided by Raymarine, the three-day event, taking place between 9–11 May, promises to be bigger and better than ever. With an expanded waterside area opposite the popular Banana Wharf restaurant, the show will host over 90 boats on display in the marina and a vast range of onshore exhibitors. 

Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a potential new boat owner looking to dip your toes in the water, the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2025 delivers an array of impressive vessels, from tenders to luxurious yachts, alongside the latest cutting-edge electric boats and green technologies.

This year’s line up features several exciting debuts and award-winners from world-leading brands such as Sunseeker, Absolute, Delta, Hardy, Hanse, Beneteau, Jeanneau and many more.

Biggest Exhibition of Green Marine Technology

Specifically designed for boat owners wishing to make the switch to greener options, the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show boasts the UK’s largest display of eco-friendly boats and innovative green technologies.

Representing renowned electric brands such as Fischer Panda and RS Electric Boats, dealers and company representatives will be on hand throughout the show, ready to offer visitors expert advice on the eco-friendly options currently available or under development in the market.

The exhibitor list also includes esteemed green marine brands like ePropulsion and Vetus, showcasing a wide range of products from electric outboards to the latest eco-technology. 

Boat Show Innovation Hub

To address the complexities of green marine technologies, the 2025 show will once again incorporate its Innovation Hub.

Taking place on the live stage at the heart of the show, the Innovation Hub will feature an exciting line up of talks covering a wide variety of topics on sustainability and ocean preservation. Industry experts at the cutting edge of clean marine technological innovation will deliver these sessions, including an expert-led panel discussion with Q&As focusing on the recycling and repurposing of boating equipment and gear. 

MDL’s Green Innovator Award 2025

One of the show highlights is undoubtedly MDL’s Green Innovator Award. Now in its fourth year, the coveted award distinguishes products and services that are pioneering sustainability, innovation and design.

Aimed at projects from both start-ups and established companies, it highlights suppliers making a special effort towards environmentally sustainable practices and product development.

Nominations for MDL’s Green Innovator Award 2025 are open at mdlmarinas.co.uk/green-award. The winner will be announced during the show.

Beyond the incredible range of boats and innovative green technology being exhibited, there will also be an extensive range of marine products, including electronics, batteries, decking and bedding for boaters looking to gear up for the new season.

Once again, Raymarine is giving registered visitors the chance to win prizes worth up to £10,000, featuring a wide range of high-performance marine electronics. All registered visitors to the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show will be automatically entered into the prize draw.

Renegade Brewery will be making a welcome return to the show, supplying a great selection of craft beers, including MDL’s very own Nauti Buoy on draft. Also returning for 2025, Earth to Oven will offer its locally sourced seasonal street food, as well as alcoholic and hot and cold beverages. 

You’ll also find a great range of bars and restaurants around the marina itself, including Banana Wharf, Pitcher and Piano, Maritimo Lounge, Bacaro, Casa Brasil, Blue Jasmine, Figurati, The Olive Tree, HarBAR on 6th and The Jetty.

With world-leading brands, the largest showcase of green marine technology, industry experts and standout exhibitions, the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show is truly one of a kind – a must-attend event for serious buyers.

Opening hours are 10am to 6pm on Friday 9 and Saturday 10 May, and 10am to 4pm on Sunday 11 May. Tickets to the show are free – grab a ticket now.

Appointments to view specific boats or meet with individual exhibitors can also be arranged via a booking portal on the website. For a full list of confirmed exhibitors for the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2025, visit the MDL Website.

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