it is often a common misconception by boat buyers that boat exbhitions are the best time and place to buy a yacht. The buyer believes  due to the immense competition and endless varieties they are bound to get a good bargain. But the fact remains that the dealers or exhibitors have paid huge amounts for participating in the boat show which eventually they pass on the cost to the buyer.
It is also a myth that going to dealers / brokers directly may not lead to attactive bargains but the fact remains that …

Guess What?? Its season time!!! With the monsoon behind us and we at that time of the year when boat manufacturers, sellers, exhibitors are at their best trying to showcase their products and make the most of the buyers interest due to the new season.
And what better place than a boat show to attract potential buyers!!!
Here is a list of the most prominent boat show which are slated for October 2009.
October 2009

Name of Boat Shows

Date & Venue

Salón Náutico Argentino
02 Oct 2009 – 22 Oct 2009
Buenos Aires, Argentina

49th …

The Indian Marine Federation (IMF) is in the advanced stages of planning for a three-day promotional event in Mumbai next year to stimulate interest in leisure boating in India.
The proposed dates for the event are February 5, 2010 for a trade networking forum and February 6-7 for the boat show. A venue for the event has yet to be chosen, but plans are for a central Mumbai location. Sponsors for both the conference and the boat show will be confirmed shortly.

Chairman of the IMF, Joe Nejedly says: “The aim of …

The South Korean government has cancelled 291 events including Yacht and Boat Korea scheduled for 29 October to 1 November, over fears of the growth of influenza H1N1, commonly known as Swine Flu.
In late August the World Health Organisation (WHO) advised countries in the northern hemisphere to prepare for a second wave of the pandemic spread.
International Marketing Consultant Barry Jenkins said Yacht and Boat Korea had no choice but to cancel the 2009 event given national guidelines.
“It is a real disappointment but exhibitors and intending visitors realise that the cancellation …

Pershing enters the very heart of the nautical season with the exclusive Pershing SeaShow 2009. An event created to promote the brand’s innovative corporate philosophy, the SeaShow has been on the programme from the 12th to 14th June, in the extraordinary setting of Cattolica Marina. SeaShow 2009 is an appointment devoted to all lovers of the shipyard’s unmistakeable style. It provides a special opportunity for them to share unique moments on board a Pershing, and directly experience the sportsmanship and elegant style of these yachts.
The most …

The Indian sailing season may almost be at over but in many areas of the world the show is just about to begin. Although the yachting industry has is experiencing a slak period in boat sales they are still prmoting themselves aggressively in order to re-establish their brand with prospective customers. Below is a list of all the prominant boat shows that will take place this May.  
Some international boat shows have proven successful during these times as well. for e.g. Strong sales were recorded at this year’s China International Boat Show …

Many of the exhibitors at this year’s Stockholm International Boat Show, which closed on Sunday, reported strong sales during the nine-day show — despite a 13 per cent decrease in visitors to 95,252 people.
Big boat producers like Nord West Yachts reported two boats sold and the Lagoon catamaran importer, Oxelösunds Båt & Motor, sold one Lagoon 380 and a Saga 315 motorboat.
“Starting somewhat slow, the total impression for Allt för Sjön 2009 gives us good hope for the coming season,” says Thomas Sandberg, project manager of the Stockholm International Boat …