IBEX, International BoatBuilders' Exhibition & Conference

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Take your boating business far, while staying close to home. IBEX is coming to Tampa soon, don’t wait!

As markets transform and innovation accelerates, IBEX 2025 is where the boating industry comes together to exchange ideas, solve challenges, and build the partnerships that will define the year ahead. Across three days in Tampa, you’ll experience: >> Hands-on innovation from 700+ exhibitors, including the latest in propulsion, materials, systems, and technology >> World-class education with 50+ sessions led by industry experts >> High-value networking with decision-makers, innovators, and marine leaders from around the globe This year, more than ever, we need to be in the same room, to experience new solutions in person, strengthen our networks, and shape the future of boatbuilding together. 📅 October 7–9, 2025 📍 Tampa Convention Center 🎟 Register now → ibexshow.com #IBEX2025 #MarineIndustry #Boatbuilding #MarineInnovation #FastForward #IBEXShow #TradeShow

From the Main Stage, where industry leaders will unpack trade, workforce, and sustainability issues, to deep-dive technical Seminars offering CEUs, this year’s education program is bigger, bolder, and built for every level of marine business—from frontline technicians to C-suite leadership. Expert-led sessions, including: • AI Afloat: Assessing the Promise of Intelligent Technology for Safety, Efficiency, and Autonomy at Sea • The Perils of Paint: Creating Consistency in Yacht Coatings • The Latest in Digital Switching: Where ABYC and NMEA Meet • Developing Full Foils for Recreational Boats • And many more 💡 Free Tech Talk Workshops return all three days 🚀 Pre-Conference Sessions start Monday 🎓 Student Career Day returns October 9 🎟️ Early Bird pricing ends September 5th - register now to maximize savings! Read the full press release: https://lnkd.in/eGNMzyVK

How fast is too fast? Can we finally 3D-print boats? What's next for marine electrification? Join the experts, innovators, and builders leading the discussion at the IBEX Conference.

From AI and autonomous vessels to advanced composites, marine electrification, and regulatory changes, the industry's biggest topics take center stage at IBEX. Be part of the discussions driving what's next.