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The world’s boating enthusiasts have a lot to look forward to in 2025. On May 24th, the second edition of World Boating Day will set sail, promising an even bigger and more inclusive event than its highly successful debut. Organised by the Superyacht Life Foundation, this global initiative invites businesses, yacht crews, foundations, and enthusiasts from across the leisure boating industry to take part in a "glocal" celebration of everything maritime.

Set sail for world boating day 2025: A global celebration

As the global workforce continues to evolve, businesses across all industries recognise the increasing importance of recruiting and retaining Millennials and Gen Z employees. By 2025, Millennials and Gen Z are projected to make up 75% of the global workforce.

8 Benefits of having Millennials and Gen Z in your marine business

Last year’s IBI METSTRADE Boat Builder Awards People and Skills Development category was won by the Marine Jobs initiative in Australia. This engaging multi-layered collaborative programme by the marine industry in Australia addresses industry-wide development, government advocacy, retention and recruitment of skills, with a particular focus on future generations. We caught up with Andrew Scott, CEO of the Boating Industry Association (BIA), to ask about the results and development of these activities in 2024.

Catch them young

Sailing is a sport where athletes with disabilities and able-bodied sailors can compete together in the same boat and in the same fleet. Boats are adapted to the possibilities of the crew. Wind in the sails is the same for everyone. World Sailing Para Sailing Manager Hannah Stodel actively promotes this inclusiveness.

Athletes of all abilities sail together

At METSTRADE 2024, the world’s largest B2B exhibition for the leisure marine industry, JEC will organise with its partners two round tables about innovation and sustainability in composites in the marine industry.

Two round tables about composites in leisure marine

New people from different backgrounds are needed to change the marine industry and meet the new clients’ needs. Young professionals are networking and job opportunities are presented. In dynamic clubs, the new pro’s build their own career.

Career-making clubs for the young professionals

The superyacht industry is known for its luxury and exclusivity, but there is an increasing focus on making it more inclusive and accessible. Key players are recognising the need to foster diversity across different dimensions – from crew diversity to welcoming more women into leadership roles and addressing racial inclusivity. Initiatives like She of the Sea are instrumental in driving these changes, ensuring that the industry reflects a more equitable, representative future.

Navigating accessibility and inclusion in the superyacht sector

Terry Hutchinson, Skipper and President of Operations and his COO, Tyson Lamond, explain how New York Yacht Club team American Magic is leveraging its programme and profile to promote sailing as an activity and career within wider communities.

On board with NYYC American Magic: a perfect platform to promote sailing opportunities

Startups in the marine industry get a chance to present their innovations at the METSTRADE Start-Up Pavilion.

Clever new tools are present at Start-Up Pavilion

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Set sail for world boating day 2025: A global celebration

8 Benefits of having Millennials and Gen Z in your marine business

Catch them young

Athletes of all abilities sail together

Two round tables about composites in leisure marine

Career-making clubs for the young professionals

Navigating accessibility and inclusion in the superyacht sector

On board with NYYC American Magic: a perfect platform to promote sailing opportunities

Clever new tools are present at Start-Up Pavilion

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Set sail for world boating day 2025: A global celebration

8 Benefits of having Millennials and Gen Z in your marine business

Catch them young

Athletes of all abilities sail together

Two round tables about composites in leisure marine

Career-making clubs for the young professionals

Navigating accessibility and inclusion in the superyacht sector

On board with NYYC American Magic: a perfect platform to promote sailing opportunities

Clever new tools are present at Start-Up Pavilion