China-Shanghai International Boat Show

The 29th China Shanghai International Boat Show & Shanghai International Workboat (CIBS 2026) proved once again why it's the must-attend event for the global marine industry. Our primary international audience came from Asia, with Russia leading at 13%, followed by Thailand at 9%, and Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea each representing 6% of overseas attendance.

We also witnessed remarkable increases in visitors from Europe and the North Americas, showcasing the show's growing international reputation and the strong interest in Asian marine products and innovation. Excitingly, exhibitors reported meaningful connections with South American and Africa buyers and partners - opening exciting new market channels and business opportunities.

The 29th China Shanghai International Boat Show & Shanghai International Workboat (CIBS 2026), Lifestyle Shanghai Show 2026 and Tourism Plus Shanghai attracted a total of 49,007 visitors. Among them, professional buyers from 131 overseas countries and regions reached 3,292, representing a year-on-year increase of 16.74% compared with 2025.

The 29th China Shanghai International Boat Show & Shanghai International Workboat (CIBS 2026) and Lifestyle Shanghai Show 2026 (The Lure Fishing Show, Watersports Show, Outdoor Sports and Sporting Goods Show and Overseas Property Theme Exhibition Area), under the umbrella of Tourism Plus Shanghai, covered an exhibition area of 60,000 square meters. It gathered over 1,000 high-quality brands and exhibitors, staged more than 150 wonderful interactive experience activities.

Marine equipment and accessories exhibitors are the backbone of the Sanya Boat Festival. We have nearly 50 companies participated in this year, with the majority coming directly from the recently concluded . The products on display ranged from navigation instruments, engines, water makers, hardware equipment to marine cleaning supplies.

2026 Sanya Boat Festival came alive with near 200 boats on water, including 5 superyachts over 80 feet! International brand stars shone bright: Italy’s Wallywhy200 and UK's Princess S72 made its China debut with elegant design and craftsmanship. Chinese Brand champions stole the spotlight too— AYANA 68, Xiphias 75 and Clipper 12 unveiled global premieres.

A new pre-owned boat sales section was added to the outdoor land exhibition area of Sanya Boat Festival, providing opportunities for buyers and sellers of smaller boats to connect and transact.