In its fourth edition, the Mumbai International Boat Show 2010 (MIBS) on February 18th to 21st February 2010 is the only show of its kind to be held in Mumbai with both a substantial land and sea component. Over 15000 sq. mtrs. space on land at the Bandra-Kurla Complex and a marina with space for over 30 boats at the iconic Gateway of India in Mumbai harbor, will make up MIBS 2010.

MIBS 2010 is also pleased to announce an exclusive sponsorship tie-up with India’s largest media house The Times of …

1) Established since 2007, now in its fourth year, the Mumbai International Boat Show has been enjoying phenomenal success year-on-year and is today seen as being on par with annual calendar boat shows the world over.
2) Designated as the only third ‘official’ calendar event in Mumbai, after the Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon and The Times of India Mumbai Festival.
3) Supported by:
• Government of Maharashtra
• Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC)
•  Indian Navy
• Mumbai Port Trust
•  Yachting Association of India
• FICCI
•  Indian Trade Promotion Organization
•  Indian Coast Guard
4) Organized by: An independent company; Mumbai …

A new hobby has caught Katrina Kaif’s fancy — yacht sailing. The actress, who is a big fan of water sports, wants to learn this sport professionally. A source said, “Sailing as a sports activity has always fascinated Katrina. She always wanted to take lessons to master the art. There are several courses offered in the UK and Kats wants to give it a shot.”
Kats has even discussed this with her brother, who also enjoys water sports. “In fact the two may take up this sailing course together,” added the …

The 2nd Abu Dhabi Yacht Show (ADYS), the Middle East’s first and only show exclusively for yachts over 25 metres long, is going all out to woo Saudi Arabian visitors to the exhibition, which runs at Abu Dhabi’s prestigious Yas Marina from February 25-27.
The show organisers say visitors from the Kingdom are among the most sought-after by exhibitors and represented one of the largest markets for last year’s highly successful ADYS launch edition.
“Saudi Arabian yacht buyers and charterers rank high on the prospect list of many of the show’s international …

The much awaited industry led IMF “Boating days” boat show which is  scheduled to be held from 29-31 January 2010 is currently facing some choppy waters. Almost 10 days away, the event which was scheduled to be held at the Cooperage grounds in Mumbai is now facing some government intervention restricting the much anticipated event from being held in what would ideally be the perfect venue for any boat show.

Inspite of the necessary permissions in place, the collector of Mumbai has addressed the use of the ground as a cause of concern as …

The 6th Goa International Boat Show has kicked off and is now open to public.Jet skis, speed boats, cruisers, luxury yachts, mega yachts,  chartering companies, boat building companies, navigation equipment sellers, fun boat sellers  right upto fishing tackle… its all under one roof.  International exhibitors from all over the country are participating in Goa’s biggest boat show. Day 1 started in typical exhibition fashion with last minute tweaks in the exhibiton stands.

Off with big bang – The 6th annual Goa International Boat Show was inaugurated by the Chief Minister of Goa Shri Digambar Kamat who was …

The muchawaited goa international boat 2010 show is finally here. The festivities have started in full swing and exhibitors are conducting their last minute checks.

From the smallest to the biggest companies, almost everyone is here competing at one of the biggest industry platform.

The pictures you are seeing are of one day prior to the event.

We will be covering the show live from the event. we look forward to see all our readers there.

The 6th edition of the  Goa International Boat show which is scheduled to be held between 15-17th Jan 2010 at Panjim is now offering Pre event registeration forms for their esteemed customers.
With tons of new local and international exhibitors participating in probably what can be considered as the biggest boat show ever, the organizers expect a large turnout of customers for which they have insured smooth  access within the exhibition.
Customer service –
As GIBS 2010 is all about customer service, the organizers  “Trinity Gropup” are not only are they providing assistance in an …

Healthcare entrepreneur Hugh Westbrook’s plan was to spend $60 million to create 300 jobs by transforming the Merrill-Stevens boatyard into a megayacht hub.
Five years after buying it, Westbrook has laid off all but 28 employees and has shuttered the business, which has been in continuous operation on the Miami River since 1923.
Westbrook said the economic downturn has been brutal on the boating industry.
In the last two years, Merrill-Stevens has downsized from 160 employees to 28, which includes security and backroom people needed to keep the operation going.
And the financial pain …

Far from being just another 5m fibreglass runabout, Evolution’s 500 Sportsfisher manages to set a standard by which these boats can be judged. While the 5m hull looks pretty conventional on casual inspection, an in-depth perusal discovers lots of little exciting things.
This is an exceptionally soft-riding hull.  From the keel line to the first strake, this hull is concave, increasing the deadrise angle where the hull cuts rough water. There’s also a subtle downslope to the strakes to deflect water downwards. Evolution recommends no less than 75hp and with a …