The Tampa Convention Center will host this year’s International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) and will offer several new and exciting features, comprising boats that will occupy dock space. This premier marine technology showcase and conference is expected to once again attract thousands of high level marine professionals, including boatbuilders, engineers, designers, composite professionals, and others, who will be present to see the newest products and services from more than 500 exhibiting companies. The 2014 event will be held from Tuesday, September 30 –  Thursday, October 2.

“Last year we announced we were going to rotate the show between Louisville, KY and Tampa, FL and have had a great response from the exhibitors who are looking forward to showcasing their products and services in the Florida market,” said Anne Dunbar, IBEX Show Director. “Our exhibit space for the 2014 event is already 90% sold with leading industry marine product and accessory manufacturers who will be returning as well as dozens of new companies offering new products, advanced processes, and impressive innovations.”

For the first time at IBEX, the event will feature leading manufacturers including Mercury Marine, Volvo Penta, Torqeedo Inc., Honda Marine who will be exhibiting in the dock space adjacent to the Tampa Convention Center. The exhibit hall will also feature the Composites Pavilion and the Education, Standards and Compliance Pavilion.

The IBEX Education Program, produced by Professional BoatBuilder magazine and the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) will offer several new features including an Exhibitor Workshop Theater on the show floor, On-The-Water Demonstrations, and dozens of relevant sessions focusing on hot topics and issues.

“The IBEX Seminar Series offers world-renowned technical education from fundamental skills to cutting-edge advanced training and is designed for shop floor crew, seasoned technicians, and company officers,” Dunbar added. “The conference program will offer new and exciting updates for 2014 and will be announced in the spring along with the keynote presenters and special events.”

The Tampa Convention Center, a world-class event space, located on the waterfront, is within walking distance of many hotels, fine restaurants and attractions, including Tampa’s Riverwalk, a popular pedestrian byway. The Convention Center features indoor and outdoor space, and dock space.