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- Dates
- Venue
- Tampa Convention Center
- City
- Tampa, United States
- Industry
- Marine
- Official website
- www.ibexshow.com
IBEX 2026 takes place at Tampa Convention Center in Tampa from 6 October to 8 October 2026. International BoatBuilders Exhibition and Conference , the marine industry's premier B2B trade show covering boat construction, components, electronics, materials, and propulsion systems.
What the fair covers
Marine equipment, vessels and onboard systems are shown. International BoatBuilders Exhibition and Conference , the marine industry's premier B2B trade show covering boat construction, components, electronics, materials, and propulsion systems. That shapes both the exhibitor mix and the questions worth preparing before you arrive.
Dates, venue and getting there
The fair runs from 6 October to 8 October 2026 at Tampa Convention Center in Tampa. It runs for 3 days, which is short, so deciding which halls to prioritise before arriving makes a difference. US convention centres are typically large and located either downtown or near the airport. Hotel rates rise sharply during major shows, so booking early is worth the effort. Domestic air connections are usually the practical way to arrive.
Planning your visit
Attending in person allows direct comparison of build quality and finish across manufacturers. Technical staff are usually available to discuss homologation, parts supply and adaptation for different markets. For IBEX 2026, that means preparing ahead of the October dates and arriving with a target list of stands.
Language and interpreting support
Business is conducted in English, so translation is rarely the constraint for international visitors. Where local support still helps is in verifying suppliers, arranging inspections and handling logistics after the fair, which are practical rather than linguistic problems. An interpreter already working in Tampa saves further time simply by knowing the venue and how to move around it.
After the fair
After the fair, verification focuses on standards and parts. Check homologation and certification against your market, confirm spare part availability and lead times, and arrange a production inspection before a first shipment.
Frequently asked questions
When and where does IBEX 2026 take place?
It runs from 6 October to 8 October 2026 at Tampa Convention Center in Tampa. Confirm the dates against the organiser's official site before booking travel.
What is shown at the fair?
Marine equipment, vessels and onboard systems are shown. International BoatBuilders Exhibition and Conference , the marine industry's premier B2B trade show covering boat construction, components, electronics, materials, and propulsion systems.
How much time should I allow?
It runs for 3 days, which is short, so deciding which halls to prioritise before arriving makes a difference. Planning a route through the halls in advance makes a noticeable difference to how much you get done.
Will I need an interpreter?
Business is conducted in English, so translation is rarely the constraint for international visitors. Where local support still helps is in verifying suppliers, arranging inspections and handling logistics after the fair, which are practical rather than linguistic problems.
What happens after the fair?
After the fair, verification focuses on standards and parts. Check homologation and certification against your market, confirm spare part availability and lead times, and arrange a production inspection before a first shipment.
Where do I find official information and registration?
The organiser's official site (www.ibexshow.com) is the primary source for dates, visitor registration and the exhibitor list. Registering before you travel is worth doing, as it saves queueing at the counters on the first day.