Where the Marine Industry Solves What’s Next
Education, innovation, and connections designed to help you stay competitive in a rapidly evolving industry.
Why IBEX Matters
The challenges you face require real solutions, industry insight, and direct access to the people who can help.
Solve Problems Faster
Find the products, expertise, and industry connections that help you make smarter decisions, overcome challenges, and build better boats.
See What’s Next
Stay ahead of the technologies, materials, and innovations rapidly changing modern boatbuilding.
Meet Decision Makers
Connect directly with suppliers, builders, and industry leaders who can move your business forward.
Stay Competitive
Stay ahead of regulations, standards, and market shifts that impact your operations.
More than 50% of the global recreational marine industry is based in the U.S., with Florida at its center. IBEX brings that ecosystem together in one place.
What’s New for 2026
Experience the evolution of IBEX with new formats, expanded content, and enhanced experiences
Main Stage
A reimagined, waterfront space bringing broader industry conversations, innovation, and leadership insights to the forefront.
Next-Gen Power & Performance Pavilion
A dedicated focus on propulsion, performance, and emerging technologies transforming the industry.
Expanded Ways to Connect & Learn
More opportunities to connect, learn, and engage across education, networking, and special events.
Improved Show Floor Experience
All exhibits open at 9 AM, with an optimized layout, and enhanced wayfinding
The IBEX Experience
Education
Technical training, workshops, and real-world applications from industry experts
Networking
Direct access to decision-makers across the marine manufacturing ecosystem
Innovation
New products, emerging technologies, and hands-on demonstrations
Stay Ahead
Insights to help you make better business and engineering decisions
Learn from the Industry’s Leading Experts
In partnership with Professional BoatBuilder, the IBEX Education Conference delivers practical, standards-based training across 10 technical tracks
Composites & Materials
Propulsion & Systems
Electrical & Electronics
Production & Automation
Design & Engineering
Business & Operations
Sustainability
Standards & Regulations
Service & Repair
Emerging Technologies
Featured Sessions
Design and Engineering
Shaping Success: Powerboat Surface Modeling Mistakes, Tips & Tricks
Dan Mielke, OneDesign, Ltd. Co.
Onboard Systems
Vessel Stabilization: Fundamentals and Advancements
Dwight Escalera and Jeff Bowles, Imtra Corporation
Survey and Repair
When the Inspectors Knock: What Compliance and Safety Visits Reveal
John Malool, IAMI
Where the Industry Connects
IBEX isn’t just about products – it’s about people.
Whether you’re building partnerships, hiring talent, or expanding your network – this is where it happens.
Industry Breakfast
Innovation Awards & Meet & Greet
MIX (Marine Ideas Exchange)
Open Networking Nights
Emerging Marine Leaders Programming
Career Day & Workforce Development Initiatives
Who You’ll Meet
IBEX brings together the full marine manufacturing ecosystem:
Boatbuilders & OEMs
Naval Architects & Engineers
Production & Operations Leaders
Marine Equipment & Technology Suppliers
Service, Repair & Refit Professionals
Distributors, Dealers & Industry Organizations
These are the people shaping the future of the industry – and the ones you need to know.
More than an Event
IBEX is part of a year-round ecosystem supporting the marine industry
IBEX Show
North America’s leading technical marine trade event connecting products, people, and practical solutions.
Professional BoatBuilder
The IBEX Technical Journal and a key education partner supporting technical depth, standards, and industry insight.
IBEX 365
A year-round digital platform extending industry connection, content, and education beyond the event.
Stay Competitive. Stay Connected. Stay Ahead.
Join thousands of marine professionals at IBEX 2026
October 6-8, 2026 | Tampa Convention Center | Tampa, Florida
Registration opens June 2026