What's New for 2025?

New Year, New Layout

The Southampton International Boat Show returns for its 56th year, reimagined for 2025.

Expect a refreshed layout (with a new entrance on Mayflower Park), exciting new features, and an expanded line-up of on and off-water experiences – here’s a taste of what’s to come…

The Boating Academy

New to boating or ready to level up your skills? Join expert-led talks and demonstrations designed to build confidence and sharpen techniques, whatever your experience.

The Powerhub, presented by Powerboat & RIB Magazine

A curated area for powerboats, jet skis and water toys, featuring talks from experts on performance, safety, and the latest gear. Featuring The Cockpit stage, presented by Powerboat & RIB Magazine - schedule coming soon...

The Wooden Boat Stage

The Wooden Boatbuilders’ Trade Association, the Boat Building Academy, and Women in Boatbuilding come together to showcase wooden boatbuilding through inspiring talks, live demos, and practical workshops.

Chefs' Ahoy

A live demo kitchen with expert chefs sharing clever, delicious ways to cook onboard - no matter your galley setup.

NEW! Innovation Zone

In collaboration with Yachting Ventures we are launching a brand new 'Innovation Zone'. Running from 24-28 September, the space caters to 12 startups and is designed to spotlight the most promising and innovative startups from the marine industry in one interactive area.

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