For those who operate a yacht charter fleet, the majority of their year is dedicated to overseeing turnaround days, guests, and boats. But growing your business? That happens at events where you actually meet the people who send you bookings.
We have been to most of these events ourselves, and we know which ones deliver real partnerships versus which ones just deliver sore feet and a bag full of brochures nobody reads anyways. This guide covers the B2B yacht charter events in 2026 that actually matter for boat fleet operators, whether you want to connect with new central agents, see what technology can streamline your operations, or simply figure out what your competitors are doing new to set them apart.
Here is your calendar for the most important B2B boat charter events in 2026. From ICE Amsterdam, Charter Meetup, Biograd and Dalmatia boat show, to the MMK Booking Manager Summit.
Boot Düsseldorf
Dates: 17 to 25 January 2026 Location: Messe Düsseldorf, Germany Website: boot.com Stats: 214,000+ visitors, 1,500+ exhibitors from 67 countries
Boot Düsseldorf is the world’s largest indoor boat show, and while it is primarily a consumer event, it has value for fleet operators as well.
Spread across 16 exhibition halls, Boot showcases everything from superyachts to kayaks. For charter fleet operators, the main draw is seeing new boat models from all major manufacturers in one place. If you are considering adding boats to your fleet, Boot lets you compare options, talk to factory representatives, and sometimes negotiate show specials.
The show also features equipment suppliers, electronics companies, and service providers relevant to fleet operations. You can see new navigation systems, safety equipment, and maintenance solutions that could improve your boats and operations.
That said, Boot is crowded and often overwhelming. With 214,000+ visitors, the focus is on selling boats to consumers rather than building charter industry partnerships. If networking with agents and brokers is your priority, the dedicated B2B events like International Charter Expo or Charter Meetup deliver more value. Boot is best treated as a fleet investment research trip rather than a relationship-building event.
Best for: Fleet operators planning to purchase new boats or researching equipment upgrades. Less valuable for agent networking.
Dalmatia Boat Show 2026
Dates: 16 to 19 April 2026 Location: Marina Baotić, Seget Donji (near Split), Croatia Website: dalmatia-boatshow.com Stats: 200+ boats, 150 exhibitors, 12,000+ visitors expected
The Dalmatia Boat Show is entering its third edition and has quickly become a key meeting point for the Adriatic charter industry. Held at Marina Baotić near Split, the show combines consumer boat displays with serious B2B networking opportunities for charter professionals.
For fleet operators, the value here is threefold. First, you see the newest boat models from manufacturers, which matters if you are planning fleet additions or replacements. Second, you connect with equipment suppliers, service providers, and technology companies that can improve your operations. Third, and this is often overlooked, you meet other fleet operators and learn what is working for them and learning who might be selling or buying used boats as well.
Many in the industry say Dalmatia Boat Show has taken over where the Croatia Boat Show left off, but with a stronger focus on innovation, luxury, and sustainable boating. The event includes expert lectures and workshops on nautical tourism trends, giving you insights into where the market is heading.
One topic that consistently comes up at these workshops is how fleet operators are moving from paper-based systems to digital check-in solutions that save 45 to 60 minutes per guest on turnaround days. If you are still running check-ins with clipboards and printed checklists, talking to operators who have made the switch is worth your time.
The location is excellent for Adriatic-based operators. Split Airport is eight minutes away, and the highway runs nearby. The timing also works well as the Dalmatia Boat Show ends on April 19, giving you a few days before Charter Meetup Greece starts on April 22. If you are serious about the Mediterranean market, doing both events back to back makes sense.
Best for: Fleet operators in Croatia and the Adriatic looking for new boats, equipment, and local industry connections/insights.
Charter Meetup Greece, Türkiye & Croatia 2026
Dates: 22 to 25 April 2026 Location: Lefkas, Greece Website: yachtmaster.hr/charter-meetup-greece Who attends: Greek fleet operators, international charter brokers, suppliers Format: Pre-scheduled speed meetings, marina tours, promo sailing week
Charter Meetup Greece as well as the versions in Croatia and Türkiye are one of the most efficient B2B events for fleet operators in the Mediterranean. Organized by Yachtmaster Group, the format is simple: around 25 fleet operators meet 20+ international brokers over three days, with every meeting pre-scheduled in 10-minute slots. Everyone meets everyone.
What makes Charter Meetup valuable for fleet operators is the combination of structured meetings and real-world exposure. The event includes marina tours to Preveza, Lefkas Main Port and D-marin Lefkas, where brokers can see your boats and base operations firsthand. After the meetings wrap up, there is a complimentary promo sailing week where brokers actually sail boats from participating fleet operators.
Think about that: instead of sending PDF brochures that sit in someone’s inbox, you have brokers experiencing your fleet on the water. That is how you convert a contact into a booking partner.
The feedback from participants consistently highlights the quality of connections. As one broker put it: “A really good opportunity to meet new and old partners. It was our first time, and we were more than satisfied with the meetings and results.”
When brokers ask about your operations during these meetings, being able to show them a professional guest app that their clients will use makes a strong impression. Agents want to book with operators who make their customers happy, and digital tools that improve the guest experience are increasingly part of that conversation.
Charter Meetup will also be hosted in Turkey and Croatia, making it the go-to regional B2B series for Mediterranean fleet operators looking for focused, destination-specific networking.
Best for: Fleet operators in Greece or the Eastern Mediterranean who want direct relationships with international brokers, operators looking to expand their agent network before high season.
Biograd Boat Show 2026
Dates: 21 to 25 October 2026 Location: Marina Kornati, Biograd na Moru, Croatia Website: bbs.com.hr Stats: 500+ exhibitors, 500+ vessels, Central Europe’s largest in-water show
The Biograd Boat Show is the heavyweight of Adriatic nautical events. With over 500 vessels on display and 500+ exhibitors, it is Croatia’s largest in-water boat show and arguably the most important annual gathering for anyone in the bareboat charter industry in Croatia.
For fleet operators, the real draw is the Croatia Charter Expo B2B component that runs alongside the main show. This is where you meet central agents, booking platforms, and suppliers specifically focused on the yacht, crewed, and bareboat charter business. The conversations here are not about selling boats to consumers, they are about building the partnerships that fill your booking calendar.
The timing in late October is strategic as well. The charter season is just about to end, and you are planning for the next season. This is when you evaluate which agent relationships are working, which ones need attention, and where you need new partners to fill gaps. It is also when you assess what operational improvements to make before next year, whether that is upgrading your maintenance tracking or finally digitizing your inventory management.
We find Biograd more valuable than the bigger shows like Boot Düsseldorf precisely because it is focused on our industry. You are not competing for attention with powerboat manufacturers and diving equipment companies. Everyone there understands charter operations, and the conversations go deeper faster.
The atmosphere is also more relaxed than the mega shows. You have time to actually speak with people, visit their stands multiple times, and build relationships rather than just exchanging business cards and hoping somebody will follow up.
Best for: All charter fleet operators, especially those in Croatia and the Mediterranean. Essential for anyone serious about growing their agent network.
International Charter Expo (ICE Amsterdam 2026)
Dates: 11 to 13 November 2026 Location: EXPO Greater Amsterdam, Netherlands Website: internationalcharterexpo.com Stats: 600+ companies from 57 countries, 25,000+ pre-arranged meetings
ICE Amsterdam is the largest purely B2B event in the global yacht charter industry. Period. If you can only attend one event all year, this is probably the one.
The numbers tell the story: 600+ companies from 57 countries, with participants arranging more than 25,000 meetings over three days. Charter fleet operators, central agents, brokers, and suppliers from five continents, all under one roof, all there specifically to do charter business.
What makes ICE different from boat shows is the format. This is not a consumer event where you stand at a booth hoping the right people walk by. ICE uses matchmaking software that lets you schedule meetings in advance with the specific companies you want to talk to. You arrive with a calendar already full of relevant appointments.
For fleet operators, ICE is where you can dramatically expand your distribution network in a single trip. Meeting 30 or 40 qualified booking agents in three days would take months of travel and outreach otherwise. The efficiency is remarkable.
ICE also brings together suppliers and technology companies serving the charter industry. This is a good opportunity to see what software solutions, management systems, and operational tools are available. Companies like Floatist demonstrate how digital check-in, maintenance tracking, and guest apps can transform fleet operations, and you can see these solutions up close and talk to operators already using them. You can also read how fleet operators like Adventure Charter and Archon Yachting have implemented digital operations across their fleets.
The networking continues after hours at organized dinners and social events where many of the best partnerships actually form.
The Amsterdam location adds appeal. The city is easy to reach from anywhere in Europe, and combining intensive business networking with a few extra days in Amsterdam is not exactly a hardship.
Best for: Every charter fleet operator who wants to grow. Essential for operators looking to expand internationally or build relationships with agents in new markets.
MMK Booking Manager Summit 2026
Dates: 9 to 11 December 2026 Location: Zagreb, Croatia Website: bookingmanagersummit.com Stats: 400+ participants, 30+ speakers, 60 interactive workshops
The MMK Booking Manager Summit started as a user event for the Booking Manager platform but has evolved into a full-scale industry conference for yacht charter professionals. Hosted by MMK Systems in Zagreb, the Summit attracts 400+ participants and focuses on the operational and business side of running a charter fleet.
What sets the summit apart from other events is the workshop format. Instead of sitting through presentations and meetings, you participate in hands-on sessions covering customer journey optimization, data-driven marketing, operational efficiency, and digital fleet management. These are practical skills you can implement immediately when you return to your base.
For fleet operators, the Summit’s charter fleet season report is particularly valuable. MMK compiles booking data from 1,300+ fleet operators and 5,000+ charter agents globally, giving you real insights into market trends, booking patterns, and what to expect for the 2027 season. This kind of industry-wide data is hard to find anywhere else.
Learning new approaches in December gives you the winter months to implement them. Many operators use this time to set up new systems like digital check-in or maintenance scheduling so everything is ready and tested before the first guests arrive in spring.
The event also coincides with Advent in Zagreb, which means excellent Christmas markets and a festive atmosphere after the sessions end. It is a nice way to combine professional development with a bit of pre-holiday enjoyment.
Best for: Fleet operators who want to improve their operations, learn from industry data, and connect with other professionals facing similar challenges. Especially valuable if you use MMK Booking Manager, but useful for anyone in the charter business.
How to Get the Most Out of These Events
Prepare Your Meetings in Advance
For ICE and Charter Meetup, use the matchmaking software to schedule appointments before you arrive. Showing up without a plan means you will spend your time figuring out who to talk to instead of actually talking.
Bring the Right Materials
Fleet operators who show up with updated boat specs, professional photos, and clear pricing information close more partnerships than those who say “I’ll send that to you later.” Have everything ready on your phone or tablet. If you use a fleet management system like Floatist, you can pull up detailed boat inventories and equipment lists on the spot.
Follow Up Within 48 Hours
The agents you meet are talking to dozens of fleet operators. A quick email the day after your meeting, referencing something specific you discussed, keeps you top of mind. Waiting two weeks means they have forgotten who you are.
Combine Events Strategically
Dalmatia Boat Show ends April 19, Charter Meetup Greece starts April 22. Biograd is late October, ICE is mid-November. Planning trips that cover multiple events saves time and travel costs.
Talk to Other Fleet Operators
The formal meetings with agents are valuable, but some of the best insights come from conversations with other operators facing similar challenges. Ask what is working for them, what problems they are solving, and what they are planning for next season. Some of our best case studies came from conversations that started at industry events.
See You at the Boat Shows?
The charter industry runs on relationships. The fleet operators who consistently grow their businesses are the ones who show up, meet people, and build partnerships that last beyond a single booking season.
If you are attending Biograd Boat Show, ICE Amsterdam, Charter Meetup Greece, MMK Booking Manager Summit, or Dalmatia Boat Show in 2026, come say hello to the Floatist team. We are always interested in meeting the people who keep the charter industry running, whether you already use our software or are curious about how our digital check-in, maintenance tracking, and guest app can streamline your turnaround days and improve your guest experience.
Over 600+ yachts run on Floatist already. If you want to see why fleet operators who switch to digital operations never want to go back to paper, find us at the show or reach out beforehand.
You can also follow our journey on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook where we share updates from the shows, behind-the-scenes content from charter bases, and tips for fleet operators.
And if you are reading this while deciding which events to prioritize, our recommendation is simple: ICE Amsterdam for global reach, Biograd or Dalmatia for Adriatic focus, Charter Meetup for Greek, Turkish, or Croatian market depth, and the MMK Summit for operational improvement. Pick based on where you want to grow.
See you there.
FAQ About B2B Zacht Charter Events, Meetups and Boat Shows
Find quick answers to common questions about attending B2B yacht charter events, industry meetups, and major boat shows
1. Which B2B Event Is Best for Meeting Charter Agents?
ICE Amsterdam offers the largest volume with 25,000+ pre-scheduled meetings across 600 companies. For regional focus, Charter Meetup Greece is excellent for the Greek market, and Biograd Boat Show’s Croatia Charter Expo is best for Adriatic agents.
2. Are Boat Shows Worth Attending for Fleet Operators?
Consumer boat shows like Boot Düsseldorf are valuable if you are purchasing new boats or researching equipment. For building agent relationships and partnerships, dedicated B2B events like ICE or Charter Meetup deliver better ROI on your time.
3. When Should I Attend My First B2B Charter Event?
If you are new to the industry or a smaller operator, start with a regional event like Charter Meetup Greece or Biograd Boat Show. The focused format makes it easier to have meaningful conversations. Once you are ready to scale internationally, add ICE Amsterdam to your calendar.
4. How Do I Prepare for ICE Amsterdam?
Register early and use the matchmaking software to schedule meetings with specific companies you want to connect with. Research the agents and suppliers attending, prepare your fleet information and pricing, and arrive with a full calendar of appointments.
5. How Can I Improve My Charter Operations Before the Next Event?
Many fleet operators use the off-season to implement digital check-in systems, set up proper maintenance tracking, and organize their boat inventories. Having these systems in place makes a strong impression when you meet agents at B2B events.
6. What Are the Dates for the Main B2B Charter Events in 2026?
- Boot Düsseldorf: January 17 to 25, 2026
- Dalmatia Boat Show: April 16 to 19, 2026
- Charter Meetup Greece: April 22 to 25, 2026
- Charter Meetup Türkiye: May 03 to 06, 2026
- Charter Meetup Croatia: May 19 to 22, 2026
- Biograd Boat Show: October 21 to 25, 2026
- ICE Amsterdam: November 11 to 13, 2026
- MMK Booking Manager Summit: December 9 to 11, 2026
