Organisers of the Barcelona International Boat Show, Fira de Barcelona with the collaboration of the National Association of Nautical Companies (ANEN), report they have already secured 70% of the show’s exhibition space and confirmed the participation of more than 130 leading companies, five months ahead of the event.
The show runs 14-18 October at Port Vell, and this edition will introduce new sectors and experiential areas, consolidating the trade show’s positioning for the nautical sports and leisure sector.
The 63rd edition will once again showcase a wide range of vessels and sizes, with 200 exhibitors forecast to attend, including everything from small and medium-sized boats to yachts over 16 metres, as well as one of the largest catamaran displays in Europe.
The event will feature brands and shipyards such as Groupe Beneteau, which will present its motor and sailing brands Beneteau, Jeanneau, Lagoon and Excess. Other confirmed exhibitors include Bayliner, Mercury, Fjord, Bluegame, Navan, Quicksilver, Sea Ray and X-Yachts.
The president of the show, Luis Conde, said he was excited by the strong response from the industry. “[It] leads us to anticipate that 2026 will be an outstanding edition, once again highlighting the Boat Show’s role as an essential information and business platform for recreational boating in Spain,” he said.
Jordi Carrasco, general director of the ANEN, added: “The nautical summer season begins in a context of market stability, having recovered ground compared to the previous year. Registration figures reflect steady performance.”
In the first five months of 2026, registrations reached 2,228 units, representing a 10.6% year-on-year increase. The show will organise its offering across Port Vell based on boat types and industry sectors.
Under the theme SeaMotion, Moll de la Fusta will host two major new features. The first is Experience Water, a dedicated area for in-water product and equipment demonstrations. The second is a covered pavilion housing two new themed zones: Marinas & Harbour Facilities, focusing on the strategic role of marinas in the nautical sector and marine tourism, and Diving, Shopping & Water Sports, showcasing diving, water sports and the nautical lifestyle for both professionals and enthusiasts.
In addition, this dock will once again host leading motor yacht brands on the water, as well as the sports boat and equipment sector.
Meanwhile, sailing boats and catamarans will be displayed at the Moll d’Espanya and Marina Port Vell docks.
This edition will also expand its sea trial programme for prospective buyers.
The event’s director, Josep Antoni Llopart, said: “In 2026, we are committed to expanding the show’s offering to enhance the experience for both exhibitors and visitors, whether professionals or passionate boating enthusiasts.”
To reach wider audiences, the Boat Show has signed a collaboration agreement with the Blaumarí Music Festival, taking place this June at Port Vell. The show will provide the floating infrastructure for the festival stage. The agreement also grants Boat Show ticket holders at discounted prices for the music festival goers.
