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"bid360 special" Podcast of boot Düsseldorf
Welcome to the “bid360 special”, the special issue of the “boot ahoy!” podcast of boot Düsseldorf. Together with our content partner, European Boating Industry, boot Düsseldorf has initiated the blue innovation dock. The bid is the new platform for sustainability and transformation and celebrated its on-site premiere at boot 2023. The “bid360 special” podcast will reflect on the topics and the industry throughout the year.
Current topic: Team Malizia: Sustainability in Professional Sailing
In the latest episode of the 'bid360 special' podcast, we feature guests Will Harris and Cornelius Eich from Team Malizia. Both provide an exciting glimpse into the innovative and environmentally conscious realm of ocean sailing. From the Ocean Race to the Transat Jacques Vabre to the upcoming Vendée Globe, the theme of 'sustainability' takes center stage in all of Team Malizia's regattas. The pair also discusses the challenges of eco-friendly boat building and emphasizes the significance of collecting and analyzing marine data.
Current topic: Sustainable nautical tourism & watersports: Transition pathway of charter and marina sector
During this year’s boot Düsseldorf we recorded a discussion round on the topic of sustainable nautical tourism and watersports with Paul Blanc, JEANNEAU Brand Director & VP Boat Clubs at Beneteau Group and Karlheinz Jungbeck, President of ADAC.
How can marinas and the charter industry work together to talk to policy makers about the green transformation of the sector? Further topics are green infrastructure, climate change adaptation and boat owner engagement.
Expectations of boat users vs industry in the green transition
The first special deals with the the topic of sustainability in sailing sports and boat building. What are the expectations of boat users on the green transition and how can the industry support these? We have talked with Alexandra Rickham (World Sailing), Marc Diening (Bavaria) and Robert Marx (Marx Technik / BVWW) during this year's boot in Düsseldorf.
The blue innovation dock at boot 2023
From 21st to 29th January, boot Düsseldorf will kick off for the first time with the blue innovation dock (bid) in Hall 10. International experts from the watersports and boat building industry, European politicians as well as representatives of institutes and associations will discuss and present solutions for the implementation of climate goals, sustainable tourism or the development of recyclable materials.
We have talked in our boot ahoy! Podcast with Philip Easthill from the EBI and Petros Michelidakis, about the aims of the bid and the importance of sustainability for the maritime industry.
Exhibitors and Products of the watersports industry
A huge diversity of offerings gives you the best opportunities for successful business – all at boot Düsseldorf. Over 16 exhibition halls with 9 themed areas offer a comprehensive and hitherto unparalleled range of products and services. Convince yourself!
