Valencia Boat Show to bring together over 170 brands in its 16th edition

The Valencia Boat Show, Valencia’s international nautical exhibition, will celebrate its 16th edition from October 22nd to 26th, 2025, showcasing a wide range of new boats, engines, accessories, services, and nautical activities from leading international brands. The event will also feature a full program of activities for all audiences at Veles e Vents, in Marina Port Valencia.

The event was presented by Isabel Gil, President of the Union of Nautical Companies (UEN) and Show Director; Luis Cervera, Director General of Sports of the Generalitat Valenciana; Tono Franco, Managing Director of the Visit Valencia Foundation; Jordi Carrasco, Director General of the National Association of Nautical Companies (ANEN); Patrick Reynés, CEO of Marina Port Valencia; Gustavo Benavent, Director General of Valencia Mar; Javier de Andrés, Director General of Grupo La Sucursal and responsible for Veles e Vents; and Javier Montava, CEO of Babalú Group.

Under the motto “The Sea is Here”, the show will once again bring together professionals, enthusiasts, and sea lovers, combining business, innovation, sustainability, tourism, sport, and industry, a reflection of the sector’s dynamism and importance in the Valencian Community.

The 2025 edition marks a new milestone, with over 140 new boats on display, both on land and afloat, and 179 participating brands, representing a 20% increase compared to 2024. The show also features 25% new exhibitors, highlighting its appeal to key industry players and its consolidation as a platform for closing business deals.

This year, the Valencia Boat Show moves to a new location at the foot of the iconic Veles e Vents building, thanks to a strategic partnership with Marina Port Valencia and Veles e Vents, aimed at boosting the event’s international projection.

As in previous editions, the event will include three free-access zones dedicated to sport, tourism, and the nautical industry, along with a ticketed or invitation-only area showcasing floating novelties.

Among the highlights of the Valencia show is the opportunity to test boats at sea directly, thanks to the unique conditions of the Valencia marina basin. This, combined with the city’s excellent climate, connectivity, and complementary leisure and gastronomic offerings, makes the show an attractive experience for both professionals and the general public.

Isabel Gil, Director of the Valencia Boat Show, emphasizes: "The Valencia Boat Show is created by and for the nautical sector, designed as a strategic meeting point for brands, professionals, and buyers. It has become a key space for closing deals and generating synergies and agreements. At the same time, it is much more than an exhibition: it is a platform that generates value, promotes nautical culture, and strengthens the connection between the city and the sea."

Jordi Carrasco, Director General of ANEN, highlighted the sector’s commitment to the Valencia Boat Show and the promotion of nautical activities in Spain, noting that: "The sector is healthy and returning to pre-pandemic sales levels," demonstrating its adaptability and resilience.

Luis Cervera reaffirmed the ongoing commitment of the Generalitat Valenciana’s Directorate General of Sports to the show, emphasizing its important role in boosting both recreational and industrial nautical activities in the region.

Over five days, the Valencia Boat Show will offer a rich program of activities for all audiences, including both free and ticketed experiences, such as meetings, presentations, seminars, workshops, hands-on experiences, and sea outings designed to bring more people closer to the sea and nautical sports. The full agenda is available at www.valenciaboat.com.

One of this year’s standout events is “MAR DE LLUM”, a nautical procession paying tribute to all individuals and organizations involved in rescue and aid during Valencia’s 2024 DANA, scheduled for Friday, October 24, at 7:30 PM.

From October 22nd to 26th, Valencia will become the capital of the nautical world, for professionals, enthusiasts, and those seeking a first-time or introductory experience with the sea and water sports.

The full list of exhibitors, brands, and the event agenda can be consulted at www.valenciaboat.com.