Every November the yacht charter market concentrates its B2B agenda in the Amsterdam area. International Charter Expo (ICE) 2026 runs three days of scheduled meetings at EXPO Greater Amsterdam from 11 to 13 November in Vijfhuizen.
What ICE 2026 brings to EXPO Greater Amsterdam
ICE gathers charter companies, brokers and suppliers in a meeting-focused format without boats on display. The organizer reports more than 600 companies and over 1,500 representatives attending annually, with a matchmaking app that enables thousands of pre-scheduled meetings across three days.
Exhibitor and buyer profiles for this edition
Attendees span bareboat operators, crewed yacht central agencies, superyacht managers, charter brokers and marine suppliers. The event targets companies that manage professional fleets and brokers with significant annual booking volumes, creating a concentrated marketplace for negotiated agreements and partnerships.
How to approach prospecting at ICE 2026
Use the Handshake matchmaking app to schedule key meetings in advance and filter by fleet type and destination. Focus on concrete commercial targets and prepare brief, data-driven proposals for 20 to 30 minute meetings. Suppliers should bring case studies that demonstrate cost savings or operational impact to speed up decision making on site.
Key figures to plan your attendance
Reported metrics for ICE include 600 plus international companies from 57 countries, more than 1,500 representatives and roughly 25,000 meetings organized during a three day period. The event also cites a high volume of charter bookings originated from contacts made at previous editions.
Venue workflow and practical format
All sessions take place at EXPO Greater Amsterdam and prioritize back-to-back seated meetings. The absence of vessel displays concentrates activity at stands and meeting tables, while the matchmaking software reduces unproductive time and helps optimize the daily schedule.
Closing note and official link
For teams aiming to secure bookings or supplier contracts for the next season, a tightly organized agenda and ready-to-sign proposals are decisive. Registration details, company listings and meeting tools are available on the official International Charter Expo website at https://www.internationalcharterexpo.com
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