After the huge success of CIBS 2017, you can now book your stand for CIBS 2018.

The iconic China (Shanghai) International Boat Show launched its 2017 exhibition at its new home – the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in April, attracting 30,448 buyers from 73 regions and countries such as Korea, HK, Taiwan, Malaysia and Thailand.

The show was highly praised by visitors, exhibitors and professional guests for its show-stopping, internationally acclaimed features, such as the New Yacht Launch and Water Sports Experience.

In addition, guests enjoyed the successful launch of the first business matchmaking service as well as a new Exhibitor Search Tool, ensuring that visitors could find exactly what they were looking for.

Our popular educational programme and forums also featured industry experts providing customers with useful insights and knowledge, promoting the rapid development of the yacht industry.

"CIBS2017 was an unparallelled success both for our exhibitors and their customers" said Helena Gao, Director of UBM Sinoexpo International Exhibition "There is simply no other boating show in the region like it that offers the same exclusive and wide-reaching business opportunities and exposure to new product launches.

"Around 500 international companies attended this year to showcase their products to marine leisure enthusiasts from over 20 countries. The move to a bigger and more easily accessible venue ensured our exhibitors received the maximum ROI.

"We have already confirmed internationally renowned brands like Beneteau, Omnia, Mercury, Silver Marine, Custom Line, Suzuki, Yamaha, Parsun, DHS, Fareast, and Techtronic, who are progressing with their exciting plans for presenting the very latest innovations in marine technology at CIBS2018."

During the prestigious four-day event, CIBS 2018 promises to deliver the highest quality and value, offering exhibitors a truly elite platform to demonstrate their products and services to an expected audience of 40,000. New part Lure Fishing will run in CIBS 2018, more activities and shares will be organised at this area, it will give more fun to visitors.

The onsite swimming pools will also give exhibitors the unique opportunity to allow visitors to experience the thrill of diverse, high-energy water spots like kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing, water skiing, fishing, diving and underwater photography. CIBS2018 will also be demonstrating a commitment to leisure ecology.

CIBS2018, a platinum member of IFBSO and audited by BPA Worldwide, is the must attend event of the year for the marine and lifestyle industry.

CIBS 2018 will take place alongside 2018 The Sixth Travel & Leisure Expo, China (Shanghai) RV Camping & Leisure Sports Industry Expo, Expo Life Style 2018, Shanghai International Workboat Show 2018, making this mega expo the must-attend event of the year.

These shows will feature more boats, equipment and accessories, Customised tours, water sports, Lure fishing, as well as the latest models in recreational vehicles, mobile homes, travel trailers, camping supplies and accessories.

The full range of products / services to be covered at the event include:

  • Boats: super yachts, high-speed boats, power boats, official boats and sailing ships
  • Equipment and accessories: supporting and transmission equipment, spare parts, engine / drive / propulsion systems, dock equipment, yacht-related services, trailers and accessories
  • Water sports: canoeing, inflatable boats, windsurfing, water skiing, surfing, rubber boats, goggles, diving suits, swimsuits, wakeboarding, water skis, waterproof bags and sports bottles
  • Lure fishing: lure bases / clubs / equipment, fishing bait, boats, propellers and detectors
  • Recreation vehicle (RV) camping: RVs, accessories and supplies, camping sites, planning and services, and outdoor equipment
  • Customised travel: themed tourism, resources and organisations

How to book a stand

Visit the CIBS official website, and click on the page to the right of ‘BOOK A STAND’, fill in the information, and click submit.

To find out more, please contact UBM Sinexpo.