Another International Charter Expo is upon us, and this year, it seems to be breaking all records for demand. While the "ticket more" is sought and the organizers consider opening a waiting list, find out what ICE'23 represents in the yacht charter industry and why you should not miss this B2B event.
Zagreb is once again preparing to become the centre of the world yacht charter industry. This year's International Charter Expo, ICE'23, will be held from December 6 to 8 at Av. Dubrovnik 15, inside the spacious hall 5 of the Zagreb Fairgrounds.
International Charter Expo 2023 is not just another event on the calendar; it is a manifestation full of innovation. But we can also say that it "celebrates" luxury and the interconnectedness of companies within the nautical sector.
This year, the Crewed & Luxury sector stands out, attracting an increasing number of interested companies that own crewed yachts. Among the renowned participants, Ocean Independence stands out as one of the most important businesses in the nautical sector and offers the most luxurious superyachts of fifty metres or more for charter, along with Master Charter, MySea, and numerous others.
At ICE, brokers and CAs will present several hundred yachts more significant than 30m whose weekly yacht charter price exceeds EUR 80,000.
Due to the continuous growth of exhibitors and visitors, next year, ICE is moving to an exclusive location that will attract an even greater number of companies worldwide.
In a very short time, the International Charter Expo has become a globally recognizable event in the yacht charter industry. Originating from the first Croatian National Charter Expo, it has grown over the years into a leading B2B yacht charter event at the world level.
Organized by the Croatian Yachtmaster Group, it gathers the elite from the nautical world every year.
Connecting tradition and innovation, ICE has become a place where trends are shaped, deals are made, and industry information is exchanged, making it a must-see destination in nautical tourism.
There are not many events left in our region that gather the nautical world in one place, and it seems that there are fewer and fewer of them every season. ICE is a fair that can also be called a symbol of expertise and innovation in nautical. And although it is evident that there are fewer and fewer fairs, the nautical industry is growing year by year.
ICE attracts an impressive number of participants every year, and this year, more than 1,500 nautical experts from over 50 countries are expected. And not only the owners of yacht charter companies but also central agents, brokers and travel agencies, suppliers and shipyards. These are not just ordinary visitors or fair participants; here come decision makers, top managers, leading people in nautical - all those who shape the industry's future.
Participants will have the opportunity to hold more than 15,000 B2B meetings through advanced matchmaking Handshake software.
This is an ideal opportunity to conclude new business deals, create long-term partnerships and exchange knowledge. Here, you can expand your business network, learn about the latest trends and present the best that the luxury yacht charter industry has to offer to the world.
Interest in this year's fair has peaked, evidenced by the significant demand for exhibition space.
Namely, the ground floor is fully booked, much earlier than expected. The organizers of ICE say that this has not happened so far and note that this is evidence of ICE's growing popularity and importance.
Each new edition of ICE represents an opportunity for innovation, collaboration and setting new standards.
ICE'23 can no longer be called a nautical fair because it has become a platform on which new standards are set for all future events of this kind and for the future of the yacht charter industry.
If you want to be in the centre of events, feel the pulse of the industry and be part of the transformation, ICE'23 is a place you should not miss. Expect more from the fair - experiences that will enrich your business perspectives!
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