A British Marine Event
Throughout the 10 days, the show hosts an array of boat and product launches, celebrity appearances, expert talks and plenty of drinks receptions and parties.
The Media Diary lets you know what is on and help you plan your visit.
Join us on Press & Preview Day (Friday 15 September) for the official opening of the 2023 Show, as well as a packed schedule of press events hosted throughout the day.
We are looking forward to seeing you at the show.
Don’t forget to register for your press pass.
If you have any PR related queries, please contact [email protected] or call 020 3897 0333
MEDIA DIARY 2023
FRIDAY 15 SEPTEMBER
| TIME | STAND | COMPANY | DESCRIPTION | CONTACT |
| 10.00 | Show Entrance | British Marine | Official ribbon cutting with BM president, CEO and local dignitaries.
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Klaxonn
020 3897 0333
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| 10.15 |
J333
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Advance Yacht Systems | The UK launch of the Remoran Wave Hydrogenerators. Join us for tea, coffee and light snacks.
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Rob Cotterill [email protected] |
| 10.30 | J316 | Barrus Marine Equipment | The Barrus team will provide a business update and share news of the latest products from August Race, Barton Marine and Rocna. Join us for Bucks Fizz and pastries.
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Juliet Boyles [email protected] 07802 502 452 |
| 10.45 | J296 | TEMO | UK Launch of the TEMO 1000 powerful electric motor. The media are invited to book a practical on water demonstration. Join us for coffee and cake.
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Lou Johnson, Box PR. [email protected]
07971 688151 |
| 11.00 | M224-M244 | Fairline | The World debut of the Squadron 58 | Bex Pearce, [email protected], 07467899618
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| 11.15 | M358 | Arcona Yachts | Join SE Yachts and Niels Jeppesen for the international premiere of the Arcona 50 – the first by Jeppesen & Pons
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Kate Porteous [email protected]
07977 470710 |
| 11.30 | J155 | Sunsail and The Moorings | Please join us for a drink to celebrate an exclusive new boatbuilder partnership and the latest news.
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Charlie Lillie
01392 979213 |
| 11.45 |
M333
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Hanse Yachts / Inspiration Marine Group | UK launch of the new Hanse 410 with representatives from Hanse Yachts AG and Inspiration Marine Group. | Beccy Lee- Potter
07827 961454
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| 12.00 | E069 | Mercury | See the new Avator™ 20e and 35e electric propulsion systems, alongside the award-winning Avator 7.5e outboard. Join us on the stand for fizz and canapes.
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Juliet Boyles [email protected] 07802 502452
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| 12.15 |
J120
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RYA | Join us on the RYA stand as we announce an exciting new commercial partner. RYA experts will also be on hand to share sustainable boating tips and the RYA’s vision for cleaner, healthier waters.
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Susie Nation-Grainger
07900 248850 |
| 12.30 | M321 | Dufour | ‘A taste of Dufour’ – Launch of the 37 and 41 Dufour models, including drinks and canapes.
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Hayley Harris
07919 869537
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| 12.45 | M145 | Candela | The UK premiere of the Candela C-8 electric hydrofoiling boat
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Kate Porteous [email protected]
07977 470710 |
| 13.00 |
Foredeck Stage (Ocean Hall)
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Medina Publishing Limited | Come and hear “The last great adventurer” launch his unique story from the top of the giant Bottle that he sailed across the Atlantic!
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Simon Harrop [email protected] 07899 916331 |
| 13.15 | M610-618 | Jeanneau | The launch of the all-new race boat – The Sun Fast 30 One Design. With guest speak Dee Caffarri – welcome, drinks and nibbles provided.
Organised by Sea Ventures
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Charlotte Lawrence
07788 697310 |
| 13.30 |
M453
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Spirit Yachts | Step onboard the new Spirit 72, designed for racing and occasional cruising. Meet the Spirit management team and find out more about the future of Spirit Yachts.
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Helen Porter
07544 701715 |
| 13.30 | M016-017 | Delphia | Press launch and champagne toast for the new Delphia range of eco conscious riverboats at stand M16 & M17. Hosted by the Brand Director of Delphia Yachts , Martin Schemkes along with the UK dealer group comprising, Tingdene, Burton Waters & MGM.
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Bryony Edwards
07792 394 034 |
| 13.45 |
J306
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EVO decking | The launch of the most aesthetically advanced teak decking alternative. Meet the designer and product creator on the stand.
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Tye Conway |
| 13.45 | M148 |
Borrow a Boat
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Join us to toast a summer of growth in the sharing economy of boat charters, and hear an exciting business update from Founder, Matt Ovenden.
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Alice Rowley
07568 503363 |
| 14.00 | J386 | Scanstrut | World Launch Event – ATMOS Airstation – Product intro from Scanstrut Head of Design and complimentary alcoholic and soft drinks.
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Verity Collyer |
| 14.15 | The Beach Haven & Watersports Lake (Watersports Zone)
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Haven Knox-Johnston | Haven-Knox Johnston will be introducing their new marine business unit at The Southampton Boat Show. Join us for an ice-cream and goody bag, as we talk about our expansion into the commercial and specialist markets and how we are proud to sponsor Southampton’s very first sandy beach at the show.
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Paul Knox-Johnston
Elaine Cox |
| 14.30 |
W001
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Southerly Yachts | Join us for the World Premiere of the Southerly 42 model. Being delivered to the USA based owner, flying in especially for this occasion. Join us for champagne and canapés and to meet the team behind the future success of the newly revived Southerly Yachts brand.
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Kevin Viles [email protected] 07968 346641 |
| 14.45 |
J377
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Garmin Ltd | Please join us for celebratory drinks and capapes, as we celebrate newly unveiled Garmin technology – launched just days ago. The Garmin expert team will provide a business update and share news of the latest products launched.
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Ellie Corbett
07810 558 505 |
| 15.00 | E039 | boatfolk | boatpoint unveils exclusive new partnership and debuts Scandinavian boat builder, RYDS, in the UK for the first time.
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Charlie Lillie
01392 979213 |
| 15.15 |
E002
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Waterside Properties | Debut of the Minthis Golf & Residential Resort Cyprus at the Boat Show
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Barry Winter
0035799381684 |
| 15.30 | J390 | Yachting Monthly with B&G | Video and writing competition winner announcement. Come and find out who has won £5,500 prized in the Brian Black Memorial Award 2023 for the best video and article about sailing and coastal biodiversity. The presentation will be by TV presenter Monty Halls and offshore racing legend Mike Golding, Come and join us for Mermaid Gin and nibbles as the winner is announced, and hear more about the amazing stories unfolding at sea.
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Charlie Bridges |
| 15.45 |
M075
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Islands RIBS |
Launch of the new Island RIBs 10m, built on the Isle of Wight.
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Jo Burke
07967 725928 |
| 16.00 |
E077
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Argo Yachting | Presenting the entire Argo Yachting brand, 6 yachts on the water including Chris-Craft Launch 28GT – from Florida. Galeon 510 Sky, 440 Fly and 425 HTS – Galeon have just joined the Argo Yachting portfolio of new yacht brands. Pardo Yachts Endurance 60 and P43 – UK & Ireland debut and show debuts. | Claire Ashton
07974 242 736
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| 16.15 |
J154
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HELM | Join charter brokerage HELM for an explosive reveal of a rollercoaster 3 years for the charter industry and company itself, including pandemics, failed mergers, Hollywood megastars and record booking numbers.
Plus, hear their observations on the future of holidaying on yachts in a modern, post-Brexit, post-COVID travel environment. |
James Foot
07799049856
Dina Aletras +41 79 862 66 95 |
| 16.30 |
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| 17.00 |
Guinness Bar
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Yachting Monthly | Meet the Team | Theo Stocker
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| 17.15 |
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| 18.00
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MONDAY 18 SEPTEMBER 2023
| TIME | STAND | COMPANY | DESCRIPTION | CONTACT |
| 11.30 |
J333
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Advance Yacht Systems | Find out more about Remoran Wave Hydrogenerators following the UK launch at the show. Join us for tea, coffee and light snacks.
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Rob Cotterill [email protected] |
| 15.00-18.00 | J356 | Marine Business | Networking event for trade and media for the launch of Marine Business, a new publication covering trade news dedicated to the UK’s marine industry.
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Katina Read [email protected] |
THURSDAY 21 SEPTEMBER
| TIME | STAND | COMPANY | DESCRIPTION | CONTACT |
| 16.30 | M610-618 |
Jeanneau
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The launch of the first DB43 in the UK (the only one available now for immediate delivery) with welcome, drinks and nibbles provided.
Organised by Sea Ventures.
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Charlotte Lawrence
07788 697310 |