The lineup of startups for the second edition of the Start-Up Pavilion at IBEX, North America’s premier technical trade event for the recreational marine industry, have been announced.
Seven recreational marine startups will showcase their products and solutions at the event, which runs at IBEX this October in Tampa, Florida.
Yachting Ventures, a global hub for start-ups and scaleups in the leisure marine industry, recently highlighted Florida as a hotbed for startup and marine investment, and will host the showcase at IBEX.
Exhibitors at IBEX Start-Up Pavilion 2025
Cohesive Robotics builds AI-enabled automation solutions for high-mix production environments, tailored for the needs of small and medium-sized manufacturers.
iWarranty is an integrated SaaS platform digitising warranty management and making repair services accessible to the masses to reduce e-waste.
OceanVault has spent the past few years developing a cutting-edge hardware-only security system for high-value marine assets, engineered to defeat the tools and tactics marine thieves use.
BoatPlanet is on a mission to connect a nationwide community of boaters to local marine professionals who offer expert advice and service.
Doubledashllc is building ‘pontoon trailer outriggers’, a universal attachment that should be compatible with almost all existing center-lift style pontoon trailers.
3D Boats is developing a technology that offers manufacturers, dealers, and enthusiasts a unique solution for showcasing boats online with sophistication and ease.
Neptune-pv is aiming to provide portable solar PV kits ranging from 400 watts, up to 2000 watts, offering a source of clean energy, hence less reliance on fuel burning sources of power.
Marine startup competition
Yachting Ventures is also hosting its pitching competition during the show, inviting investors from Florida’s startup ecosystem to attend and judge the pitches.
Yachting Ventures has invited a panel of Florida-based investors to judge the pitching competition, each bringing valuable expertise and perspectives. This provides startups with the opportunity to gain feedback from active investors and industry leaders, with the potential to secure future investment.
“The pitching competition is fast-paced and exciting, and always gains a positive response, so we’re excited to be putting it back on the main stage this year,” says Mary Velline, IBEX show director.
Startups pitching include; iWarranty, OceanVault, BoatPlanet, Doubledashllc, and 3D Boats.
Which investors will be judging?
Mike Brooks is the principal of Norcon Consulting Group LLC, who provides businesses with the expertise to power digital transformation.
John Minor is the CEO of Tocaro Blue, who transforms traditional off-the-shelf marine radars into machine learning-powered vessel control and navigation systems.
Tim Holcomb is the CEO of Embarc Collective, a tech startup platform for early-stage tech founders ranked as the top startup programme in North America.
Drew Orvieto is the director of Marine Solutions at Siemens Energy, one of the world’s leading energy technology companies.
Brian Hardman is a business owner and advisor for Edison Business Advisors, who assists business owners and investors to acquire a business by matching their financial strength and business acumen.
David Abrams is the co-founder of Luma Society, a strategic advisor, investor and the co-founder of Demio.
The pitching competition will take place on Wednesday 8th October from 4pm – 5.30pm on the Main Stage.
Yachting Ventures Start-Up Pavilion
The Yachting Ventures Start-Up Pavilion at IBEX offers companies opportunities to expand networks, explore partnerships, and increase visibility. The event is also a platform for highlighting innovation and new ideas in the sector.
IBEX will take place 7-9 October in Tampa, Florida USA. This year’s Start-Up Pavilion will be located just outside the first-floor exhibit hall – the new centralised location affords increased exposure, engagement with industry experts and investors, and provides startups with the chance to compete in the pitching competition.
Tom Frane, from Stravion, previously exhibited with the Start-Up Pavilion and comments: “IBEX 2024 was such a great experience for Stravion as a startup. The exposure at the show and with Yachting Venture’s network resulted in an incredibly wide variety of industry contacts and was invaluable. Stravion is now a full-time exhibitor on the main floor.”
For more information about the Start-Up Pavilion at IBEX, email: gabriella@yachtingventures.co
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