Everything is getting ready for Taiwan’s first dedicated boat show – Taiwan International Boat Show, set to run from May 8 to 11, 2014. The event is expected to offer Asia’s most professional and eye-catching boat show.
The show which joins more than 40 magnificent yachts at the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center is organized by Bureau of Foreign Trade, MOEA and Kaohsiung City Government, implemented by Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) and supported by Taiwan Yacht Industry Association (TYIA).
80% of Taiwan-based shipyards to present 45 yachts
Taiwan’s strength in yachting is reflected at this event where 80% of exhibitors are Taiwan-based shipyards. A total of 22 out of Taiwan’s 33 yacht makers intend to join the show that features 45 yachts of different classes and styles.
A full range of yachts, sail boats, and powerboats, from 15 to 110 feet (5m. to 33m.) will compose a stunning site in the twin Kaohsiung Exhibition Center. Nearby pavilions are dedicated to suppliers of peripheral yacht parts and equipment.
Sea knowledge test, prizes ahoy at the marine theme events
With the show come a series of marine and yacht-themed activities.
“The Maritime Knowledge Box” traces the growth of the yacht industry while getting a great intro to yachting basics, marine-related leisure activities and relevant laws and regulations. Mr. Liu Ning-sheng—the first Taiwanese to circumnavigate the globe is specially invited to share with visitors the appeal of wind-sailing activities. More experts of sailing will also be there to provide introductory sailing lessons. After the daily Maritime Knowledge Box, visitors can test themselves in the pop quiz session.
On top of that, “Professional Forums & Seminars” invite experts to address Taiwan-specific yacht laws and regulations, yacht safety, yachting practice and fishing port revitalization. At the maritime seminar you can join leading lights of the wind-sailing industry on magical voyages as they share their tales on the sea.
The Taiwanese yacht industry has shown its mastery in shipbuilding techniques and is highly acclaimed around the world. Adding to that recognition, the Taiwan International Boat Show will be joined by the “Third Annual Yacht Design Competition” and the “International Students’ Handmade Model Ship Contest” to encourage and improve creative domestic yacht designs and aesthetics; prize winning entries from these competitions will be displayed on the exhibition floor during the event.
Taiwan has grown, changed and prospered with the sea. And the Taiwan’s yacht industry has won the island world acclaim for its mastery in shipbuilding. And this craft is best underscored May 8-11 at the Taiwan International Boat Show.
