December 8 2023
The boat show at Porte de Versailles is now giving way to "Nautic en Seine", at the end of a process of collective work, during which several dozen workshops brought together 250 professionals at the beginning of the year.
"A true introspection, this work has enabled us to establish a diagnosis and share ideas for the future, with players in the French nautical sector from all professional horizons: equipment manufacturers, engine manufacturers, builders, services, marine and river rental companies, board sports, light sailing, territories... It was therefore a collective decision to maintain a show, an event that enables the French boating industry to reach a large and qualified number of enthusiasts never seen at other major boat shows. With a strong national presence, the Paris Boat Show is a showcase for French and European know-how. Investing in these new sites, combined with an active collaboration with the elected representatives of the Hauts-de-Seine, will help us to increase our attractiveness both nationally and internationally," emphasized Fabrice Lacoume, FIN vice-president in charge of boat shows. in charge of boat shows.
"Nautic en Seine will feature 6 days of exhibits, from Tuesday October 15 to Sunday October 20, 2024, in an unprecedented configuration combining outdoor and indoor activities. The sites will be able to accommodate up to 150 boats afloat, of which around 30 will be offered for trial, and 80 boats on land, with over 4,000 professionals expected to attend. 8,500 m2 of onshore exhibition space will enable equipment suppliers, engine manufacturers, services, rental companies and territories to complete the boat displays," announced Caroline Popovici, FIN's Director of Operations.
The presence of local yacht clubs and professionals from the boardsports, light sailing and outdoor activities sectors should enable visitors to discover the full range of water-based leisure activities on site.
With the Seine as the gateway, the event will be accessible by specially chartered river shuttles from Paris or the Hauts-de-Seine. access (metro, bus, streetcar, bike, car), electrically-powered shuttles will also be between the two sites, which face each other.
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