Press release: 25th August 2025, Biograd na Moru, Croatia
Latest news:
With 2 Months to Go, Central Europe’s Largest Boat Show Sells Out, Promising Yet Another Record Show!
This year’s Biograd Boat Show will see in in water expansion of 2000 m2 as well as an 800 m2 expansion of hall C. More than 500 new vessels are expected, up to 24m in length.
We are proud to announce that the show has sold out two months in advance, signaling the strength of the nautical industry in Croatia, and the attractiveness of the Biograd Boat Show to international exhibitors. More than 400 exhibitors will take part in the event this year.
We will soon begin providing information regarding vessel premieres and the event and entertainment programs.
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The Biograd Boat Show Experience
The Biograd Boat Show has established itself as one to the world’s great shows, attracting many international visitors and exhibitors joining the biggest meeting point for Croatia’s nautical industry. This event marks the end of the boating season and the start of a new business year with a rich calendar of events and legendary entertainment program creating a truly unique Boat Show Experience!
The show has gained its international popularity due to Croatia’s importance as a boating destination and the organization of Ilirija d.d. and their well-managed Marina Kornati, hotels, restaurants, and entertainment facilities. The secret to the show’s success is the festive and special atmosphere resulting from this huge event being held in an intimate resort town with a spectacular natural setting. This is the Biograd Boat Show Experience! When the sun sets, the exhibiting stops and the party begins, with a legendary entertainment program that spills into the town center.
Central Europe's Gateway to the Sea
Each year, Biograd plays an important role for domestic and international boaters. Many people were introduced to Biograd as one of the busiest marine transit destinations in Croatia and one of the world’s largest yacht charter destinations. Others are introduced through its world class calendar of regattas and events, regardless, the international recognition and reputation of Biograd improves each year.
Mixing business with Pleasure - Biograd B2B
As the largest gathering point for the Croatian nautical industry, Ilirija developed Biograd B2B, a Business to Business platform and networking event during the boat show allowing business visitors to register, participate and schedule meetings with exhibitors and other B2B participants.
9th HGK Croatian Nautical Days As a focal point of B2B activities, the Croatian Chamber of Economy will host the 9th HGK Croatian Nautical Days congress event program from 22.-24. 10. 2025 which features numerous industry association meetings, business presentations and networking social events designed to advance the interests of the boating industry.
Croatia Charter Expo Also as part of Biograd B2B, the 7th Croatia Charter Expo will be held from 22.-24. 10. 2025 in Hall D. This important industry event for the yacht charter industry allows Croatian charter fleet providers (by far the world’s largest, representing more than 3000 charter yachts at the event) to meet with international charter agents, brokers and suppliers.
Member of the IFBSO
The Biograd Boat Show is a Member of the International Federation of Boat Show Organizers, adopting the high standards of the organization and participating in its further development by sharing its unique business model, and is at the forefront of Business to Business activities.
Leading the way to a Brighter Future
From its humble beginnings the Biograd Boat Show as grown from a minor regional show to a one of the world’s most significant boat shows serving the boaters of many nations and brings Croatian boating to the world stage. This long-term success is a product of excellent cooperation among the organizer Ilirija d.d, faithful exhibitors, the City of Biograd, the Croatian Tourist Board and the Chamber of Economy.
Public Relations Contact
Andrija Dešpoja
PR relations Biograd Boat Show
e-mail: andrija@bbs.com.hr
+385 (0)23 386 147
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