Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, held annually in the fall, is the largest in-water boat show in the world. It covers six locations and more than 3 million square feet of space. The boats and other vessels on display include runabouts, sportfishers, high-performance boats, center consoles, cabin and express cruisers, sailing yachts, motoryachts, catamarans, trawlers and extraordinary superyachts.
Organizers Tout Success at FLIBS
Exhibitors report “a sense of urgency” that is atypical of election years with robust sales.
Charging Forward
For some builders, FLIBS 2020 was a lot less weird than predicted.
A Wealth of Debuts at FLIBS
Over 20 new models are premiering at the downsized show; here are some of the standouts under 60 feet.
One of a Kind
This year’s FLIBS is truly unlike any other: notably less crowds, but with a healthy dose of serious buyers.
FLIBS Kicks Off
Under a much smaller footprint and comprehensive safety precautions, dealers are predicting a steady flow of serious buyers.
Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Starts Today
An impressive number of boats will debut at the 5-day event.
Vandalize Boats Will Debut at FLIBS
Nautical Ventures will market and sell the new lineup of center console sport utility vessels.
New Boat Debuts Slated for FLIBS
More than 20 boats are making world and U.S. debuts at the show.
It’s Full Steam Ahead for FLIBS
The show now has county and city support.
FLIBS Moves Forward
Show organizers announce stringent health and safety measures ahead of the event.
Fort Lauderdale Boat Show Generated $1.3 Billion in Florida
Show owners and producers release economic impact study results of last year’s show.
The Big Splash
The Dubai-based superyacht builder plans a U.S. campaign after winning best of show at FLIBS.
FLIBS reports strong year
The 60th anniversary event had more than 100,000 attendees.
Brunswick claims FLIBS records
Sea Ray sales were up 80 percent over last year, according to the company, while Mercury accounted for more than half of the engines at the in-water portion of the show.
FLIBS 2019: ZF Marine announces partnerships
The propulsion and transmission manufacturer will partner with Siren Marine and Yacht Controller.
Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show kicks off this week
The show runs Wednesday through Sunday.
AMI announces Marina 101 and yard tour
The event takes place in West Palm Beach two days before FLIBS opens.
Marine Marketers of America announce keynote speaker for FLIBS luncheon
Luxury expert Christopher P. Ramey will tell dealers how to market to rich folks.
Informa seeks title and presenting sponsor for five U.S. shows
Sponsor will receive naming rights in Fort Lauderdale, Miami Yacht Show, and Palm Beach, as well as Suncoast and St. Pete.
FLIBS’ Superyacht Village could draw “critical mass” of large yachts
The new space offers deeper-water berths and more exhibit space on land than last year’s location.
Informa names Andrew Doole president of U.S. boat shows
Events include FLIBS, Miami Yacht Show and Palm Beach International Boat Show.
All I want for Christmas is FLIBS
NBC Sports will air a televised special on the show on December 23.