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International BoatBuilders' Exhibition & Conference 2026
October 6, 2026 - October 8, 2026
Tampa, United States
About International BoatBuilders' Exhibition & Conference
IBEX is North America's largest technical marine trade show, showcasing boatbuilding innovation, products, and services for marine professionals.
IBEX 2026
The International BoatBuilders' Exhibition & Conference runs 6–8 October 2026 at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida.
IBEX is the recreational marine industry's technical trade event — where boats get built, not sold. The floor covers propulsion, marine electronics, materials and composites, deck hardware and systems, serving the engineers, builders, designers and repairers who make up the industry's supply side.
It is the B2B counterpart to the consumer boat show circuit: if a product debuts at IBEX in October, it shows up on boats at the retail shows the following year.
Key Topics
- Boatbuilding and marine manufacturing
- Marine propulsion and systems
- Composites and materials
- Marine electronics
- Boatyard and repair trades
Quick Info
- Dates
- October 6, 2026 – October 8, 2026
- Venue
- Tampa Convention Center
- Location
- Tampa
United States
Industries
Upcoming Boating & Marine shows
View all →Frequently asked questions
- When is International BoatBuilders' Exhibition & Conference 2026?
- International BoatBuilders' Exhibition & Conference 2026 runs October 6, 2026 – October 8, 2026.
- Where is International BoatBuilders' Exhibition & Conference 2026 held?
- International BoatBuilders' Exhibition & Conference 2026 takes place at Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, United States.
- How do I register for International BoatBuilders' Exhibition & Conference 2026?
- Registration is handled by the organizer, National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) & Marine Trades Association of Maryland (MTAM) — details and passes are on the official website.