The Adriatic nautical market concentrates boat displays and charter operators at the end of October in Biograd na Moru. The week combines an in-water exhibition, targeted B2B sessions and visitor opportunities for professionals focused on vessels and marine equipment.
Dates venue and opening hours at Biograd Boat Show 2026
Biograd Boat Show 2026 runs from 21 to 25 October at Marina Kornati in Biograd na Moru. Opening hours are 10:00 to 18:00. The organizers publish a fair map and a 360 virtual tour to help plan visits and meetings.
Key figures for the 2026 edition
The event lists over 400 exhibitors and more than 23 000 visitors, with upwards of 500 vessels on display. The total exhibition area reaches 65 000 square meters. These numbers outline the show’s scale in the Central and Eastern European in-water circuit.
Sectors and exhibitor profiles
Exhibitors include boat and yacht manufacturers, shipyards, equipment suppliers and service providers for the marine sector. Charter operators, fleet managers and brokerage professionals also attend. The official catalogue and participant list allow precise targeting by product and company specialization.
B2B program and integrated events
The show features dedicated B2B formats. Biograd B2B offers pre-scheduled meetings, inclusion in the business directory and sector presentations. Croatia Charter Expo takes place on 21 and 22 October and brings together charter fleet operators, brokers and suppliers. The HGK Croatian Nautical Days, organized by the Croatian Chamber of Economy, adds industry presentations and discussion sessions.
Preparing commercial prospecting at Biograd Boat Show 2026
- Set daily objectives and segment targets by exhibitor type, prioritizing charter-related meetings during Croatia Charter Expo.
- Use the official business directory to shortlist exhibitors and request meetings through the Biograd B2B system.
- Bring concise technical documentation and digital catalogues to present vessel specifications and equipment data on the spot.
- Plan routes that combine marina berths and on-land stands since Marina Kornati hosts both in-water displays and exhibits ashore. Coordinating boarding times reduces transit delays.
- Log meetings with clear next steps so that conversations convert into commercial follow ups.
Closing note and official link
Biograd Boat Show 2026 gathers a broad range of vessels and marine suppliers across an in-water format that favors inspection and direct business dialogue. If sales or charter partnerships are your goal, leverage the B2B platforms and pre-book meetings to make each visit count. Full program details, participant lists and ticket options are available on the official website https://www.bbs.com.hr
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