2024 Miami International Boat Show Follow-up With Photos

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Wiley / ReelBoating proudly participated in the Miami International Boat Show for the 23rd consecutive year. Culminating its five-day extravaganza, the 2024 Miami Maritime Extravaganza brought together a diverse global audience across six unique hubs, with the dynamic Herald Plaza and the Miami Beach Convention Center at its core. Andrew Doole, orchestrator of the event, expressed gratitude for the infectious enthusiasm and support, propelling the show into a top-tier global gathering for boating enthusiasts.

Running from February 14th to February 18th, the event immersed attendees in a vast array of cutting-edge marine offerings, featuring over 1,000 boats and numerous exhibitors. Notable attractions included the Progressive® Nautical Journey at Pride Park, the Nautical Ventures AquaZone, and the new Pride Park Pickleball Court. Educational opportunities abounded at Fred’s Shed Interactive Learning Center and Hook the Future’s Kids Fishing Clinics.

The event showcased numerous debuts, including Yamaha's groundbreaking hydrogen-combustion outboard motor, emphasizing the industry's commitment to sustainability. Sustainability partners like Suzuki and Allini Water Filters further underscored this dedication.

The inaugural Blue Startup Pitch Event, sponsored by Volvo Penta, facilitated dialogue between the blue economy and marine leisure. StrawFish® and Kraken Travel emerged as victors among dynamic startup pitches evaluated by a panel of judges.

Frank Hugelmeyer, NMMA President & CEO, highlighted the global significance of the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show, showcasing next-gen marine technologies and contributing significantly to the recreational boating industry's economic impact. The event offered insights into sustainable fuels, efficient boat designs, and hundreds of debuts and innovations.

From futuristic yacht designs to cutting-edge onboard technologies, the show provided a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in the yachting world. Paul Flannery, COO of IYBA, emphasized the event's pivotal role in shaping the luxury boating market.

On a personal note one feature I saw on many of the display boats were the canvas top extensions from the cockpit both to the bow and stern.  The importance of staying out  of the sun's harmful rays whenever possible cannot be stated enough.  Great to see!

The event featured captivating vessels such as Marguerite by Lürssen and Victorious by AKYACHT at SuperYacht Miami. A collaboration between Informa Markets, NMMA, and IYBA, the Miami Maritime Extravaganza historically attracts visitors from around 35 countries, contributing an estimated $1.34 billion annually to Florida's economy.

In an exciting development, Honda Marine unveiled a groundbreaking brand partnership with Scout Boats, aiming to introduce an innovative form of boat and motor packaging. This collaboration marks a significant step towards Honda Marine's vision of providing integrated solutions and elevating the overall boating experience for enthusiasts worldwide.

Key Takeaways:

• The brand partnership between Honda Marine and Scout Boats aims to provide an enhanced form of boat and motor packaging, optimizing the joy of the boating experience.
• The collaboration introduces the Honda Seabrook Series Boats—a range of high-performing vessels exclusively crafted for Honda by Scout and powered by Honda Marine BF150 iST® outboards.
• Yamaha's groundbreaking hydrogen-combustion outboard motor.

SEE YOU AT THE PALM BEACH BOAT SHOW IN MARCH!

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Love those sun shades!

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Robalo stepping it up!

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Yamaha's groundbreaking hydrogen-combustion outboard motor.
 

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[Fishy Business]

Great job once again Wiley!  I did not even see a representative at the show from THaT other site at the show.    😆

[Blue Water Bob]

Thanks for the pictures.  The Robalo caught me off guard. Would like to have seen it in person.

[Fin Tonic]

Cool photos.  How was attendance this year now that the show is back at the convention center?