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Business Insights for the maritime sector

Business Insights is the new digital content hub of boot Düsseldorf, which provides you with topics, trends and news from the maritime sector. Under the motto “reboot your business” boot Düsseldorf will accompany you on your way to the 2022 trade fair! With our Business Insights, you’ll always be up-to-date on the latest developments in the watersports industry and get all the important business news about the boot Düsseldorf 2022. Register now as a trade visitor and receive attractive benefits, such as access to exclusive business-relevant content and matchmaking.

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Your benefits as a registered trade visitor
 Trade fair admission from 9:30 a.m. 
 Matchmaking for trade visitors
 Access to the online member area
Further benefits in the online member area
 Exclusive whitepapers
 Relevant market studies
 Latest industry news
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New in: The reboot talk

Which developments are taking place in the watersports industry? What are the forecasts for the next years and which trends will prevail in the maritime sector? Together with experts from the maritime industry, boot Düsseldorf talks about perpectives, market developments, strategies and challenges.

Topic in April: Crisis strategies for diving

The worldwide Corona pandemic has strongly influenced the diving industry. The sector had and still has to deal with some severe challenges and strategies had to be adjusted and rethought. In our reboot talk, we've talked to experts from industry: Dr. Uwe Hoffmann (President of VDST), Thomas Dederichs (CEO of BtS Europe AG), Axel Becker (General Manager of Beluga Reisen) und host Jörg Müller-Dünow.
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Industry news

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Clarity on post-Brexit trade relationships
Following the successful cooperation on VAT and customs, the leading European, British, and international leisure marine associations continue to provide clarity on the new post-Brexit trade relationships.
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First pictures revealed: Sunreef Yachts Eco Solar Power System
The Sunreef Yachts Eco R&D Team reveals the pictures of the company’s in-house developed solar power system. Using ultra-thin, shock resistant and highly-efficient solar cells, it is the industry’s first composite-integrated photovoltaic technology.
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Launch of new joint venture cellcentric by Daimler and Volvo
Today, two leaders of the commercial vehicle industry – Daimler Truck AG and Volvo Group – officially outlined their pioneering roadmap for the new fuel-cell joint venture cellcentric, as part of an industry-first commitment to accelerate the use of hydrogen-based fuel cells for long-haul trucks and beyond.
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First-ever European COVID impact study shows mixed impact on industry in 2020, with optimism for coming years
Brussels/Düsseldorf/Cologne, 29 April 2021 – The first-ever study by European Boating Industry, Bundesverband Wassersportwirtschaft e.V., and boot Düsseldorf offers a unique insight into how the recreational boating industry in Europe fared in 2020 given the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The Magenta Project confirms Jonquil Hackenberg as new chair (EN)
Jonquil Hackenberg has been appointed as the new Chair of The Magenta Project from April 2021.
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International Breakfast Meeting 2021 shows compelling tourism and recreation opportunities for boating industry
The 2021 International Breakfast Meeting was held digitally on 20 April to great success. High-level panellists from business and politics, including European Commissioner Sinkevičius and a Member of the European Parliament, discussed the key issues for the boating industry, including the impact of COVID-19, the sector’s recovery, and trends in travel and tourism.
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Trend reports

News + Trends: Sailing Boats
Always on the pulse of time with an eye on the latest trends: boot Düsseldorf has been the showcase for the sailing industry for 51 years. In April 2021 there will again be a multitude of premieres, technical highlights and gadgets to see.
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Halle 1 Motorboote

News + Trends: Motor Boats
Be it an inflatable dinghy with outboard motor, a family-friendly weekend boat, a spacious cabin boat with galley and wet room a fascinating mega yacht: the boot Düsseldorf will once again be showing the whole world of motorboats in April 2021.
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News + Trends: Diving
The boot Düsseldorf is the traditional start into every new season for all water sports enthusiasts. For decades, diving has been a special focus at the big meeting on the Rhine.
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Halle 8a Surfsport

News + Trends: Surfsports
Windsurfing, wakeboarding and SUP still on the rise, Wingsurfing and wingfoiling are booming - also at boot Duesseldorf!
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The world's leading trade fair for the watersports industry

A huge diversity of offerings gives you the best opportunities for successful business – all at boot Düsseldorf. Over 17 exhibition halls with 19 theme worlds offer a comprehensive and hitherto unparalleled range of products and services. Convince yourself!

The new channel for active networking

News, articles, surveys and so much more – boot Düsseldorf’s LinkedIn channel is the perfect place for your daily networking in the watersports industry. Convince yourself and follow boot Düsseldorf on LinkedIn now!
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