The Boating Industry Association (BIA) together with event delivery partner, Mulpha Events are pleased to announce the opening of exhibitor applications for the 54th edition of the Sydney International Boat Show. The show returns 3 to 6 August 2023 at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney and Cockle Bay within the iconic surrounds of Darling Harbour.
The show returned in 2022 with over 45,000 visitors coming together in celebration of the boating lifestyle. The show saw hundreds of boats on display, world and Australian premieres, topical education seminars and live entertainment.
BIA CEO Andrew Scott today said the boat show will again offer a standout exhibition space at a purpose-built marina in Cockle Bay along with the introduction of exciting changes, including a reconfigured exhibition space within the halls of the ICC.
“The Sydney International Boat Show is a wonderful spectacle and experience in the midst of our greatest harbour city. We’re delighted to once again partner with Mulpha Events to deliver the 2023 event and, following industry feedback, welcome the introduction of changes to an outstanding exhibitor and visitor boating experience.”
Mulpha Events General Manager Johan Hasser said following the success of the 2022 event, he was buoyed by the keen response from the marine industry to showcase their vessels and products at the 2023 Show.
“We’re excited to once again deliver an innovative and engaging world-class event with a significant focus on the recreational boating lifestyle for the benefit of exhibitors, partners, visitors and the broader marine industry,” Mr Hasser said.
“We’re introducing new initiatives at 2023 Sydney International Boat Show that will cement the event’s reputation as a must-attend on the global boat show calendar,” he said.
The event promises a standout showcase of the boating lifestyle from luxury motor yachts and sailboats on water to a host of exhibitors displaying the latest trailer boats and marine technology within the halls of the ICC.
Sydney International Boat Show highlights will include an on-water display with more than 200 boats, 19,000sqm of indoor exhibitor space, which is set to attract boating enthusiasts from across Sydney, Australia and overseas when tickets go on sale in June 2023.
The Show will also present a host of popular entertainment and activities, including fishing masterclasses, watersports demonstrations, marine education, awards, food and beverage bars and fun-filled kids activities.
The BIA reported the marine industry had a turnover last year of $9.55bn, directly employed 26,300, with many thousands more in associated businesses. The contribution by New South Wales was $2.83bn in turnover, more than 8100 directly employed and more than 700 active boating industry businesses. It is estimated that New South Wales has more than 2 million people go boating each year and that almost 1 in 5 households have a boat or watercraft.
Don’t miss your opportunity to be a part of the 2023 Sydney International Boat Show.
Exhibitor applications are now open, to register as an exhibitor or to sign up for the latest news, exclusive announcements, and ticket sales, visit www.sydneyboatshow.com.au
The Sydney International Boat Show is presented by the Boating Industry Association (BIA) and Mulpha Events and proudly supported by Partner in Safety – Transport for NSW.
