IWBS - International WorkBoat Show
Venue & Location
December 3 - 5, 2025
Exhibitors
The WorkBoat Show attracts more than 15,000 attendees from across North America and beyond. Participants include vessel owners, operators, port authorities, government representatives, and marine engineers.
They attend to discover new products, learn about industry trends, and connect with key decision-makers in the commercial marine market.
Attendees
Morial Convention Center
New Orleans, LA - USA
Dates
The WorkBoat Show hosts over 800 exhibitors representing the full spectrum of the commercial marine industry. Exhibitors include shipbuilders, marine equipment suppliers, technology providers, and offshore service companies.
The event offers a valuable platform for networking, showcasing innovations, and exploring new business opportunities in the maritime sector.
Activities and Highlights
Expanded Conference Program with multiple tracks (Boatbuilding/Repair, Regulations, Equipment, Business) plus an all-new Alternative Energy Pavilion Stage focusing on hydrogen, ammonia, solar, batteries, etc.
Special Events such as the Significant Boats Awards, Maritime Throwdown, Women in Maritime Summit, and the Maritime Breakfast.
Industry-specific sessions, including Government Maritime Acquisition Day where attendees can hear from Navy, Coast Guard, and Army representatives about upcoming contracts and policies.
Exhibit showcases of cutting-edge technologies, such as innovations in autonomous vessels, green propulsion, marine automation, and sustainable equipment.
Networking & interaction opportunities: informal events like happy hours, luncheons, and an Industry Interaction Day for students to meet exhibitors and explore careers.
Statistics from Previous Shows
The 2024 show featured over 1,000 exhibitors and approximately 14,000 attendees.
It included more than 200 companies that were new to the event.
The exhibition floor covered over 250,000 square feet, showcasing a wide range of products, vessels, and marine technologies.
Attendees represented all 50 U.S. states and more than 20 countries, highlighting the show’s strong international presence.
Reasons to Exhibit
Participating in the WorkBoat Show gives companies the chance to connect directly with industry professionals and influential buyers from the commercial marine sector.
It’s an ideal setting to present new innovations, equipment, and solutions to a focused audience. Exhibitors also benefit from strong networking prospects and increased exposure among top operators, shipyards, and maritime organizations.
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