IPM IMG Marine Group consolidates its role in the nautical sector during PIBS 2026

Content, sustainability and vision within the nautical industry marked the group’s participation, with a presence at the Balearic Superyacht Forum and a presentation by Manu San Félix.

The Palma International Boat Show has once again established itself as one of the main meeting points for the international nautical sector, bringing together owners, captains and industry professionals in Palma. In this context, IPM IMG Marine Group has developed a participation that goes beyond exhibition presence, focusing on generating real connection, content and opportunities within the sector.

The group was present with all its facilities: STP Shipyard Palma, Marina Ibiza, Marina Port Ibiza, Marina Port Mallorca, Marina Port Mahón, Marina Port Valencia, Marina Port Andratx, Varadero Valencia and Varadero Ibiza, shaping a comprehensive proposal that combines marina management with specialised technical infrastructure for refit and maintenance.

One of the key pillars of this participation was the role of Marina Port de Mallorca as the venue for the Superyacht New Build Hub, one of the standout spaces at the Palma International Boat Show. Located on pontoon E, this hub brought together shipyards, design studios, brokers and owners in an environment designed to encourage the creation of projects and connections within the new-build segment.

The combination of newly built vessels alongside units for sale provided a more complete view of the market, bringing different industry profiles together in one space and encouraging more direct exchange between its players.

In parallel, the group contributed to the event’s content through the participation of marine biologist and National Geographic explorer Manu San Félix, who presented an initiative at the group’s stand focused on the restoration of posidonia in the Mediterranean, connecting the sector’s activity with the active conservation of the marine environment.

The group’s participation began on April 28th and 29th with its presence at the Balearic Superyacht Forum, where Isabel Martínez took part as a speaker in the session “From Infrastructure to Strategic Destination”, focused on the evolution of infrastructure towards strategic destinations within the nautical industry. Her contribution highlighted the role of marinas as active players in the transformation of the sector.

The group was also present at some of the main professional gatherings held during the week, such as the Captains’ Dinner, organised by Estela Shipping, which has become one of the most relevant networking spaces for captains and industry professionals.

Meanwhile, STP Shipyard Palma participated as a sponsor of the Nautiparty, one of the standout events on the social calendar of the Palma Superyacht Village, bringing together industry professionals in a relaxed setting and encouraging networking and the exchange of experiences.

With this participation, IPM IMG Marine Group reinforces a way of being present in the sector based on the integration of services, environmental care and connection between its different players, consolidating its role as one of the leading groups in the Mediterranean nautical industry.