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Metstrade 2025 Results Include Global Collaboration, Expanded North American Presence

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Metstrade 2025 wrapped last week in Amsterdam, bringing together thousands of marine industry leaders for three days of product innovation, policy discussions and international business development. The show received 32,000 visits from 20,000 unique visitors, with leisure marine professionals from around the world gaining international market insights, collaborating with new partners, building meaningful connections and exploring the latest trends and innovations.

This year, the USA and Canada pavillions were co-located for the first time, creating a unified presence in Hall 12 and spotlighting more than 70 exhibiting companies across both countries. The space served as home to the North America Stage, presented by NMMA, IBEX and Soundings Trade Only, with audio sponsor Wet Sounds. The stage featured a full schedule of sessions focused on trade, technology, sustainability, and the evolving global marketplace.

Throughout the week, NMMA leadership participated in a series of industry meetings and presentations, including trade policy briefings, market trend updates and discussions hosted through the Visionaries & Vino networking series. These sessions drew strong attendance and reinforced the value of continued collaboration among manufacturers, distributors, technology partners and policymakers. Frank Hugelmeyer, NMMA president and CEO and ICOMIA board president, noted that “Metstrade 2025 showcased the global marine industry at its best—innovative, collaborative and forward-looking,” underscoring the event’s role in strengthening global alignment through coordinated advocacy, data and standards.

The 2025 show also highlighted industry innovation and achievements, with several NMMA member companies recognized through the DAME Design Awards and Boat Builder Awards. Across the exhibition floor, global business meetings, networking events and member introductions reflected steady interest in new materials, digital solutions and sustainability-driven design.

Metstrade 2026 will take place Nov. 17-19 a RAI Amsterdam.

Thank you to BARR Marine by EDM and Wet Sounds for sponsoring the North American Networking Reception.
For information on joining the newly expanded NMMA member North American presence in 2026 please contact Courtney Erhardt at [email protected].