Big plans for next year’s boat show

By Francisco Cortez Majorca Daily Bulletin. 31st May 2014

Palma Boat Show organisers have decided to dredge the port in order to accommodate more boats in next year’s edition of the event.

Palma.—The committee intends to discuss further details with the government and the Port Authorities when the entities meet next July. Other measures to improve the 32nd edition of the fair in 2015 will also be discussed but for now a team of workers has already been put together to see how the dredging plan can go forward. All the ideas and suggestions left by visitors from this year’s event will also be taken on board and discussed at the July meeting. The new plan comes after results showed the financial impact of the event on the local economy surpassed 2013’s results and customer satisfaction reached new heights. Those who were present this year rated the fair with a 2.95 percent out of 4 in terms of general organisation and satisfaction, with 80 percent of the visitors, in their majority British, German and Spanish assuring they would be returning next year.

Majorca Daily Bulletin. 31st May 2014

Palma’s International Boat Show a “global success”

Majorca Daily Bulletin.      6th May 2014

Palma.—A “global success”. That is how organisers of the 31st edition of Palma’s International Boat Show, which ended on Sunday, described the impact of the event. Both in terms of visitors, number of stands and moorings.

Overall, throughout the five days the event lasted, 32,000 visitors visited the trade fair.

The number of stands on display and mooring s available had been increased by 20 percent and 75 percent respectively compared with 2013.

That alongside the overall profile of visitors, amount of business generated and customer satisfaction levels, left Chema Sans, director of the event, understandably proud.

Majorca Daily Bulletin.      6th May 2014

Curtain Down on a Record-Breaking Palma International Boat Show

Press Release from Marina Estrella / Purple Cake factory. 05-05-2014

On Sunday, after five busy sunny days, the curtain fell on the 31st edition of the Palma International Boat Show. Record-breaking in terms of land- and water-based exhibitors, the Show even had a surprise visit from Queen Sofia of Spain.

Marina Estrella has attended every edition of the Show since it started in 1984, Guy Norrish comments, “After hotels, yachting contributes a substantial amount to the Balearic economy and we now have a Boat Show that reflects this. The 2012 hiatus actually did the event a world of good and it came back in 2013 with a new format, more visitors and more serious boat buyers. This trend continued for 2014 as we welcomed a number of clients, old and new, from as far afield as Germany, the UK, Russia and Latin America. Marina Estrella’s prime position at the end of newly renovated Pier 2 worked well and our 12 boat line-up, including examples from Azimut, Cobalt, Minorchino, Atlantis, Hanse, Moody and Varianta, was well-received for its diversity in size and affordability. We expect a number of deals to close over the next two to three weeks.”

Guy continues, “The decision to run the Palma Superyacht Show alongside the mainstream Palma International Boat Show has also proven to be an excellent one. As an exhibitor in the ‘normal’ Show, we are grateful for the superyacht presence as it adds both profile and interest to the event. It also helps foster continued collaboration between brokers of smaller and larger yachts. Owners tend to move up and down the size range in the course of their boating life, for example in the run-up to the Show, Marina Estrella introduced a buyer to Camper & Nicholsons for 39m Maiora Why Worry, so sharing the same ‘stage’ makes perfect sense.”

Official reports state that in the region of 32,000 people visited the Show across the five days. Land-based exhibitors were up 20% on last year and the number of berths up 75%. Director of the Boat Show, Chema Sans, said, “Looking beyond the figures, the important thing is that the visitor profile has been that of interested enthusiasts, of buyers, whereas last year the majority came for a stroll.” This has translated into a greater amount of business, not only yachts, but also in equipment, clothing and accessories.

Furthermore, organisers claim that 90% of exhibitors want to return next year, with many key exhibitors already booking their place. More than half of this 90% have asked for increased exhibition space, particularly in the water. This is something Chema is keen to address, particularly as the Palma Superyacht Show continues to flourish. He added, “In the last 20 years the Balearics have become one of the most important nautical centres in the Mediterranean, so the Boat Show has been growing with that. Now we want to be the biggest brokerage superyacht show in Europe. We are planning to dredge an area to increase draft and next year we will have room for many more bigger boats.”

This year, 55 yachts between 25 and 48 metres long exhibited at the Palma Superyacht Show, up from 42 in 2013, and Arne Ploch, President of joint organisers the Balearic Yacht Brokers Association and broker with Camper & Nicholsons, also has his eyes on expansion.

Arne said, “The Show has gone even better than last year. In fact some of the companies exhibiting have highlighted that it is the best boat show they have attended in the last ten years. Clients came from afar, including the United States, and one of the wealthiest people in the world also paid a visit. The event is destined to become one of the best without losing its special charm. It is not elitist, like Monaco, but is open to everyone. Palma International Boat Show has great potential for growth and could attract in its next edition up to 60 or 70 superyachts, as well as an increase in the number of exhibitors."

For more information on Palma International Boat Show 2014, contact Marina Estrella on phone: (+34) 971 677 125, email portals@marinaestrella.com or visit www.marinaestrella.com

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The Palma International Boat Show closes a successful edition.

Press release by Fires i Congressos / Dirección General de Comerç.
organisers of Palma Boat Show.         05-05-2014

The Palma International Boat Show closes a successful edition.
The 31st edition of the Palma International Boat Show, closed its doors on Sunday after five days. It has been a great global success, both in number of exhibitors and moorings, with increases of 20 and 75 % respectively compared to last year, as well as in number of visitors, and business volume.

The show has received about 32.000 visitors, more than last year, May the 1st bank holiday and Sunday having been the busiest days.

Event director Chema Sans, said that “At street level the show had more presence than ever, it has been a reference in the city these days, and beyond the figures, what matters is that the enthusiastic and potential buyer turned up, whereas last year the majority came just for a walk.”

According to data collected by the organization, this has resulted in an increase of business volume, not only in yachts but also in equipment, accessories and clothing. The complementary offer was greatly benefitted from direct sales, something that did not happen in a long time.

Furthermore, over 90 % of the exhibitors want to repeat next year, and in fact there are many large companies that have already booked, and more than half are requesting to increase the exhibition space, especially afloat, indicating a very high level of satisfaction.

“In this edition we have confirmed that the show is alive, and next year we look forward to rise the standard” stated Mr. Sans.

Exhibitors have been very pleased with the 31st edition. Most rate it as an alive event, with a greater turnout of visitors interested in buying.

The superyacht area, which has exhibited 55 luxury vessels between 25 and 48 meters long, gives a very positive evaluation. The president of the Balearics Yacht Brokers Association (BYBA), Arne Ploch, said that “the show was even better than last year.” In fact, he said, “Some of the companies that have exhibited in this area have highlighted that it is the best boat show which they have attended in the last ten years”.

In just two editions, the Palma event “has become an excellent showcase for new contacts” hence the brokers’ representative has predicted a greater participation of large yachts in forthcoming editions.

Ploch also highlighted the high turnout of interested visitors and customers who visited the show this year and “who have specially come from away, as far as the United States, for example …”

In this sense, Arne Ploch is convinced that “The Show is destined to become one of the best ones, without losing its friendly and charming identity. A special charm which is its great virtue and differentiates this event. It is not exclusive as Monaco, but it is open to all citizens, and besides has emerged as an important space for sailing superyachts.”

Palma International Boat Show has a great growth potential and in its next edition it could attract up to 60 or 70 superyachts and also an increase in the number of exhibitors.

Both the superyachts area and the nautical sector had their restoration spaces as the main animation highlight. In the superyacht area, the renowned chef Marc Fosch made a high end proposal, whereas the exhibitors area repeated the Tapa-Mar seafood products show organized by PIMEM Restoration.

Palma Boat Show is Sponsored by:-

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Palma International Boat Show 2014

By Karen Hockney www.karenhockneymedia.com 14th April 2014

Following the huge success of last year’s show, the Palma International Boat Show kicks off on Wednesday April 30^th at the Port of Palma de Mallorca in the Balearic Islands. Incorporating the Palma Superyacht Show, the event area has been considerably increased since last year thanks to the inclusion of an additional pier, increasing the number of berths available for 8m to 55m yachts from 200 to 260.

The Superyacht section will comprise around 65 vessels of a minimum length of 24m and will feature a 50/50 ratio of sail to power. The open and covered exhibition areas have also increased by 25% and event highlights for 2014 include regattas, a Tapas Fair, Superyacht Conference and networking events.

The newly completed Moll Vell (Old Port) redevelopment project, comprising offices, boutiques, restaurants, bar and terrace, will also play host to many more visitors. With over 37,000 visitors last year, including Crown Prince Felipe of the Spanish royal family, organisers are expecting even higher numbers this year.

Held in association with a new partnership with MYBA, exhibitors include the Italian manufacturer Solaris Yachts. Confirmed highlights feature the 43.2m sailing yacht Mystere and the 38.9m Ganesha 1 luxury yacht.

When: Wednesday April 30^th - Sunday May 4^th 2014

Where: Port de Palma de Mallorca

For further information, check out www.boatshowpalma.com or www.palmaboatshow.com

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Expansion for Palma International Boat Show 2014

Press Release from Marina Estrella / Purple Cake factory. 26-03-2014

Following a record-breaking 2013, organisers of the 31^st edition of the Palma International Boat Show have expanded exhibition space both on land and in water to create “probably the most successful boat show in the last five years”. The Show runs from 30 April to 4 May.

Guy Norrish from long-term exhibitor Marina Estrella, comments, “Following a 2012 hiatus, the comeback 2013 Palma International Boat Show was a real hit. The new format of fewer days, better opening times, more boats on the water and reasonable ticket prices suited both exhibitors and visitors. Marina Estrella closed the Show with confirmed sales of over two million euros, including the first of the innovative Azimut 55S to reach the Balearics, and more followed, so we are looking forward to a good show in 2014.”

Indeed, due to the Boat Show’s expansion, Marina Estrella will be relocated for the first time since the very first edition it attended in 1984, some 30 years ago. The Palma Superyacht Show, which now runs alongside the mainstream event, is growing from 47 yachts over 24 metres in 2013 to 65 or more for 2014, and will displace Marina Estrella in the process.

“Fortunately the organisers have rewarded our loyalty,” continues Guy, “and Marina Estrella will now have a prime position at the end of the newly renovated Pier 2. For the first time Pier 2 will be connected to Pier 3 by a swing bridge which will not only allow boats to exit for sea trials but also enable visitors to walk around the Show in a continuous flow - from superyachts to 'normal', and vice versa. We are putting no fewer than 12 boats into our line-up for 2014, from the Cobalt 262 through to the recession-busting Varianta 37 up to the Azimut Magellano 76, to reflect both our wide range and commitment to the Show.”

This year’s Palma International Boat Show will benefit from the recent completion of Moll Vell Marina’s 6.5 million euro makeover which releases 25% more on-land exhibition space previously taken over by construction work. Meanwhile the new pier configuration will increase the number of berths overall from 110 in 2013 to 200 in 2014. Once again superyachts, for sale or for charter, will have a major presence, with vessels up to 70 metres in length on display. Regattas, tapas and other cultural events will also enhance the Show.

Guy finishes, “Taken in the context of a stream of good news for Balearic boaters this year including a relaxation of onerous yachting licences for Spanish owners, the removal of the dreaded Matriculation Tax on larger charter boats, an area Marina Estrella has identified for growth, and the tangible support of Balearics’ President José Ramón Bauzá for the nautical sector, Palma is well on its way to reinforcing its deserved reputation as the centre of boating for the Mediterranean.”

For more information on Palma International Boat Show 2014, contact:-
Marina Estrella
Tel: (+34) 971 677 125,
Email portals@marinaestrella.com
or visit www.marinaestrella.com

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Telephone Interview with Sr. Chema Sans,
Director of the Palma Boat Show,
Institute for Business Innovation IDI.
By Geoff Williamson 31-01-2014
www.Events-In-Mallorca.com

Sr. Sans confirmed that plans are progressing well for Palma Boat Show 2014. The Boat Show area will be considerably increased from 2013 by the inclusion of an additional pier which will increase the number of berths available from some 200 (for Palma Boat show 2013) to approx 260. This will accommodate boats in the water from 8 mtrs to 55 mtrs. The Superyacht section (Palma Superyacht Show ) is estimated to comprise some 65 vessels. Of the remaining berths roughly 80% are already committed. Land based exhibition areas - both covered and open - will be some 25% greater than for 2013. Many additional service companies will be in attendance and a range of complemenatry events will be running alongside the Boat Show including Regattas, Tapas Fair, Superyacht Conference and Networking Events.

Sr Sans also confirmed that the major Moll Vell (Old Port) redevelopment project - comprising offices, boutiques, restaurants, bars and a terrace overlooking the Boat Show area - will be operational shortly - well before the Boat Show opens.

The outlook is bright for Palma Boat Show 2014.

Geoff Williamson

gw@ccr.es

www.Events-In-Mallorca.com

31-01-2014

Palma Superyacht Show.

Telephone Interview with Arne Ploch of Camper & Nicholsons International

Joint organiser of Palma Superyacht Show.

Arne confirmed that he expects some 65 boats up to 65 mtrs at Palma Superyacht Show 2014 compared to the 43 superyachts at 2013. To accommodate the increased size of the Superyacht component the Palma Boat Show zone will be expanded onto an additional quay compared to 2013.

Palma Superyacht Show is organised by brokers Ocean Independence, Camper & Nicholsons International, Fraser Yachts, Dahm International, Northrop & Johnson and Burgess.

More details of participating organisations and superyachts will be found when available via www.boatshowpalma.com

To exhibit on land or to find out more about our sponsorship opportunities contact,
Jane Thompson

Email: jane@mnconsulting.es
Mobile: + 34 605 223 202

To exhibit in water contact,
Arne Ploch, Email: aploch@camperandnicholsons.com

Mobile: +34 609 756 763
Marc Händle, Email: marc@ocyachts.com

Mobile: +34 678 535 240

Geoff Williamson

gw@ccr.es

www.Events-In-Mallorca.com

18-01-2014

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