The 62nd edition of the Barcelona International Boat Show 2025 has concluded with robust attendance and business performance, underscoring the success of its refreshed strategic direction.
The event unveiled a new format and visitor profile, designed to attract higher-value buyers and strengthen its role as a leading European hub for the boating industry.
Organised by Fira de Barcelona in collaboration with the National Association of Nautical Companies (ANEN), this year’s five-day show introduced an expanded layout with a greater variety of models, larger yachts and enhanced on-water experiences. The exhibition footprint extended to the Barcelona quay, enabling the display of more substantial and prestigious vessels, and delivering an upgraded, premium experience for visitors.
The repositioned event attracted more than 18,000 visitors – with organisers highlighting the revamped direction of the show attracted more attendees with increased purchasing power compared to previous years.
The show hosted 200 exhibitors and 500 boats, including 130 afloat, 24 per cent of them large yachts. Highlights included new launches and a wide range of models from leading brands such as De Antonio, Girbau, Karnic, Kumbra, Rodman, Sea Ray and Nuva; the world premiere of the Horizon FD100, a 31-metre yacht; the largest exhibition of catamarans in Europe; 16 models nominees for the European Boat of the Year award; and innovations in propulsion such as the Earthling E40 electric catamaran.
The president of the Barcelona International Boat Show, Luis Conde, emphasised that this year’s edition “marks a firm first step toward a more exclusive, business-oriented experience. It encourages us to continue working to anchor this event among Europe’s top nautical gatherings and to promote Barcelona as the yachting capital of the Mediterranean”.
Barcelona International Boat Show 2025 also tailored its experience to suit the new visitor profile, introducing new concepts such as the Village, a social and a gastronomic hub featuring a menu by two Michelin-starred chef Rafa Zafra.
The event also focused on new engines, sustainability, and the blue economy in the Agora Port conference and seminar space, organised by the Port of Barcelona. With more than 30 sessions and over 100 experts, this forum brought together marine industry professionals to discuss and reflect on these major challenges and opportunities for the country’s nautical and port sector.
The next edition of the Barcelona International Boat Show is scheduled for 14 to 18 October 2026.
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