For more than three decades the Zagreb Boat Show as the leading and the only continental boat show in Croatia, has been presenting all the beauty and innovation of the nautical offer.
From 19 to 23 February Zagreb Fair traditionally commences its business year with one of the largest and most entrepreneurial B2B nautical fairs in Croatia. The diversity of its nautical offer makes it interesting for both businesspeople and the general public, because it features everything this sector has to offer in one place; from the exhibition segment, B2B meetings of the nautical profession to attractions for the general public.
The fair is supported by the City of Zagreb and the Ministry of the Sea, Transport and Infrastructure of the Republic of Croatia.
With its rich nautical heritage, a premium range of services and a stunning coastline, Croatia stands out globally as a highly desirable nautical destination. Therefore, the Zagreb Boat Show is an important business event in the industry, a venue that brings together boating enthusiasts and all lovers of the sea and maritime activities, a place where all relevant stakeholders from the nautical sector gather for mutual cooperation, networking and meetings with end customers.
In the 6 pavilions of Zagreb Fair more than 330 exhibitors from 28 countries will take part at an exhibition space of 15,000 m2
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The 32nd edition of the Zagreb Boat Show will showcase over 200 vessels, as well as a superb offer of yachts, speedboats, boats, kayaks, dinghies, marine engines and outboard motors, equipment for diving, sailing and other water sports.
The business profile and positioning of the fair as the central hub of the nautical industry in Croatia are values recognized by the shipbuilding sector, which has been promoting novelties and featuring premier shows of vessels for years. Almost all significant domestic shipbuilders are present, recognizing the Zagreb Boat Show as a place where Croatian business excellence, tradition and experience encounter the admiration of visitors and boating enthusiasts. Along with an excellent domestic offer, the fair will present the world’s most renowned boat manufacturers.
Participating countries: Australia, Austria, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Greece, Croatia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, China, Korea (South), Netherlands, Germany, New Zealand, Poland, USA, Slovenia, Serbia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Ukraine, UK.
CROATIAN and WORLD ELITE VESSELS
Almost all leading Croatian shipbuilders will be presented at the fair, including Pičuljan Shipbuilding, Grginić Yachts, Leidi, Terra Nauta, Sidrotec, Bura Boats, Arba Boats and Barracuda Boats.
Foreign manufactures to exhibit include: Jeanneau, Wellcraft, Delphia, Zodiac, Quicksilver, Seastorm, Fortis, Zar Formenti, Salpa, Walker Bay, Saver, Marine Site, Coaster, Beneteau, Nimbus, Saxdor, Marlin, Highfield, Atlantic Marine, Prua Al Vento, Gaia, Tige, Protagon Yachts, Idea Marine, Ocean Master, Karel Boats and Tiger Marine.
Marine engines - Honda, Suzuki, Mercury, Volvo Penta, Tohatsu, Yanmar, Nanni Diesel, Sole Diesel, Mitsubishi.
22 CROATIAN PREMIERS
JEANNEAU MERRY FISCHER 7.5 CC SERIE (Euromarine), SEASTORM 17 (Boltano), MARINE SITE 6.2 8 (Boat Point Rab), MARINE SITE 16.5 (Boat Point Rab), BENATEAU ANTARES 9 (Nautika Centar Nava), ATLANTIC MATRINE OPEN 700 (Vodice Boats), IDEA MARINE 80 BELLAGIO (D-Marine), KAREL 600 (Karel Boats), KAREL 750C ODYSSEA (Karel Boats), HIGFIELD PATROL 540 COASTER (Burin Boats), HIGHFIELD ADV 7 (Burin Boats), HYDROMARIN 5830 (Nir Nautika), RANIERI EVO 25 (Blue Voyage Yachting), HYDRA 530 (Bravo Makarska), HYDRA 450 (Bravo Makarska), KARNIC SL 642 CABIN (Bravo Makarska), KARNIC SL 692 CABIN (Bravo Makarska), KARNIC CS 740 CABIN (Bravo Makarska), KARNIC SL 742 SUNDECK (Bravo Makarska), BRIG NAVIGATOR 22 (Bravo Makarska), BRIG NAVIGATOR 24 (Bravo Makarska), PATROL 650 (Bravo Makarska)
PROGRAMME FOR VISITORS
The fair will host the golden brothers Valent and Martin Sinković, who will meet visitors on Thursday, 20 February and present a short film "The Sinković Brothers - An Incredible Finale Worth the Gold!".
The Neretva River Boatmen Association will organize an exhibition of traditional boats and crews with video presentations of the projects such as "The Ladja Boat in New York" and a panel: "The Last Surviving Austro-Hungarian Naval Ship - SMS Dalmat - Restoration - The Path to a New Cooperation of Neighboring Countries". Boatmen and boatwomen from various Croatian cities and regions will present their activities and the preservation of maritime heritage.
On Thursday, 20 February, the Adria Libar Maritime Training Center will hold a panel discussion on the topic: "Can Croatia Become a Destination that Promotes Excellence and Responsibility in Nautical Science?". On Friday, 21 February, Zagreb Fair and Leader Group will organize a round table titled: "Is Croatia Still One of the Leading Charter Destinations".
PRIZE GAME FOR VISITORS
This year again we have prepared an attractive prize pool for all visitors to buy the admission ticket.
Zagreb Hunting Fair, the 7th Hunting Equipment Fair will be held in parallel.