May 2009
General Release
The 2ndCHINA (SHANGHAI) INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW CHARITY REGATTA
The second running of this event broke records once again. Last year’s event, the first charity regatta in China had 28 entries, at the time the biggest grass roots inland regatta in China. This year the figure was surpassed with 35 crews competing on the water, from Optimists to Quarter Tonners.
It was true champagne sailing with the wind providing quite a contrast to last year’s almost drifting conditions.
With up to 17 knots at the masthead crews were taxed, sometimes beyond the limit with several capsizes, mainly among the multihulls providing the rescue teams plenty to keep their attention occupied.
Last year, in the Optimists the furthest travelled competitor Julian Qu from Iron Rock Sailing Club took runner’s up slot. This year his return visit was all the more meaningful as he topped out the event with an overall class win.
The multihull fleet was small but provided plenty excitement with multiple capsizes. Dirk Weiblen of SBYC proved that to finish first, first you have to finish (staying upright helps greatly in this endeavour)
The monohull fleet was by far the biggest with 24 entries. The starts were a gourmets delight with dicing, carving up and even a t-bone. Bird of Prey, with the owners sailmaker, Frank Gerber of North Sails on board overall had the best of the starts with his girlfriend and daughter not far behind on Four Dragons. These 2 quarter tonners along with the two top Red Dragons Black Pearl and Jolly Roger (strange they both have piratical names) were really on the pace.
In race 2 as Bird of Prey attempted to go past Four Dragons a luffing duel ensued with the boats at times inches from touching and there were many other head to heads throughout the fleet with the 2 top Red Dragons never far from each other either.
These four filled the top of the leaderboard in all 3 races with Bird of Prey filling the top spot overall followed by Jolly Roger and Black Pearl in 2nd and 3rd with Four Dragons just missing out on the silverware.
The real winner of the event, and rightly so however, was the Silent Angel Kindergarten, Shanghai’s only such establishment specializing in the treatment of autistic children with many sailors adding a bundle of money into the donation box and many media leaving with a little more understanding about this challenging ailment.
Thanks go firstly to Saimeng Water Sports Club for providing the venue and the race officers, to AGS Four Winds for sponsoring the transport to the venue on Dianshan Lake, as well as to everyone participated in this event and gave hands to children in need.
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April 2009
General Release
Curtains Fall with Amazing Sales Record in CIBS2009
(April 2009, Shanghai, China) China International (Shanghai) Boat Show (CIBS) concluded its 14th edition with amazingly high sales regardless of the global economy downturn. CIBS2009 was honored to host up to 380 brands exhibiting, meeting 14,276 visitors and buyers from more than 47 countries and regions of the world. At the fairgrounds more than 200 real boats were displayed and among which more than half of the boats are 25 feet and up. A total of over 30,000 sqm exhibition space and on water display were occupied marking a milestone in the history of CIBS.
Major exhibitors including Ferretti Group, Azimut, Princess, Beneteau, Jeanneau, Brunswick, Sunseeker and Regal all give positive comments with satisfying sales and orders on CIBS 2009.
- For the first time exhibiting real boat products, the British brand Princess sold its 42-feet yacht right on the first day of the show, at the price of over RMB 7 million; two other yachts of the brand, one 58-feet and one 95-feet also acquired orders at respectively RMB 15 million and RMB 50 million;
- Brunswick, a top seller as always, hangs out "sold-out" notice on its display yachts very early. On first day two Brunswick boats were sold out at RMB 5.85 million and RMB 3.4 million. Another nine intending buyers were confirmed with positive discussion, among which Meridian391 at RMB 5.85 million is the first time published in local market;
- Ferretti Group signed booking contracts for its first red-rabbit colour 70-feet yacht and one 120-feet custom-made yacht. Five different clients are in discussion of Riva's series 56 – the 115-feet yachts; CRN, the largest custom-made brand of the group, also find Chinese buyer for its 50-meter yacht;
- Luxury yacht brand Regal from the United States found buyer for its Regal 4080 at RMB 4.26 million, and set up contacting with several other intending buyers;
- Beneteau, the largest sailboat brand in Europe, successfully sold out its Oceanis 50 displayed onsite at over RMB 3 million (before tax);
- British luxury yacht brand Sunseeker sold out a 70-feet yacht, at RMB 25 million after tax;
- The French brand Jeanneau was definitely the "beloved" by domestic clubs on CIBS 2009. Purchasing contracts for six yachts were signed onsite with clients including Nine Dragons Admirals Yacht Club, Taihu Shanshui International Club&Marina and etc.;
- Lying at the marina of official on-water display area, the Italian brand Azimut also received three purchasing intentions, all above RMB 10 million;
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Various types of small-size yacht brands from home and abroad also realize favorable sales results and great popularization in public visitors, broadcasting culture and fun of on-water leisure sports.
According to statistics from the show organizer, major buyers attending CIBS2009 are composed by private users and clubs, more than half are from Jiangsu & Zhejiang area and Zhujiang Delta Area. Besides, a number of wealthy purchasers are from in-land regions such as Inner Mongolia and Chengdu, which showing another strong purchasing power from North and West areas, following the existing littoral cities' buyers. The French brand RTM of kayak manufacturer Rotomod sold out over 200 boats on its first presenting in CIBS, among which 150 were purchased in group order by a villa developer in Ning Xia area.
"Visitors were from 46 countries and regions worldwide. Overseas visitors decreased slightly while domestic visitors grew notable in both quantity and quality." says Ms Helena Gao, Senior Project Director of Shanghai UBM Sinoexpo International Exhibition Co., Ltd., one of the show organizers. "China performs comparatively stable in the global economy crisis, showing strong purchasing power, as well as a promising tendency of the industry development and recovery. Most importantly, CIBS hold the first-ever official on-water display area, which attracted a solid number of potential luxury yacht buyers and providing precious test drives on the downtown HuangpuRiver.."
Considering current economy environment, the positive and encouraging results of CIBS 2009 give more confidence to overseas brands to spend more efforts on the Chinese luxury boat and boating equipment market. After 7 years of continuous participation at the exhibition, the Italian Pavilion has booked more space for its display next year. "The rising yacht market in China is very attractive with vast developing potential to us. For the World Expo 2010 taking place in Shanghai next year, the Italian Pavilion will display an Italian-design yacht on the Huangpu River.", says a representative of the pavilion. The French Federation of Nautical Industry, which have participated CIBS for five years in a row also give full recognition on the radiation of Shanghai boat show to the Asian area. A representative particularly mentioned the first-time official on-water display, "I'm surprised to see such a brilliant on-water display in downtown Shanghai, and I trust it was a cheering start for a new era." The Japanese Boat Association, the first-coming friend this year, has also confirmed to book exhibition space of Japanese pavilion next year.
Additional to trade business and yacht display, a series of interactive events have also attracted high attention by the CIBS 2009 visitors. Many family visitors with young children joined sailor-knot making game and watch OP boat rigging demonstration. The 2nd Shanghai Boat Show Charity Regatta successfully crewing gathered 35 sailboats competing on DianshanLake, which makes the regatta the largest non-official sailboat competition event in China. All foundations of this regatta will be donated to help domestic recovery program for children with autism.
Mr. Yang Xinfa, Founder of CIBS, Chairman of China Boat Industry & Trade Association and Secretary General of Shanghai Association of Shipbuilding Industry, said, "With better development of matching establishments and increasing supplement of regulations and laws, China's yacht industry is now growing on a more stable basis." The country's government is delighted to see the scale effect of CIBS and advanced technology and marketing capability of domestic companies. A governmental representative also suggested during his visit to CIBS 2009 on the April 16th, that the industry association should play a more dominating role in promoting China's yacht brands, and maintain active communication with relative government departments. Mr. Yang adds, "With more attention and support by the government, China's yacht industry will keep growing up against the world economy crisis, and enter a more promising stage in the coming future!"
CHINA, RELAY OF GROWTH FOR THE WORLD BOATING INDUSTRY?
China (Shanghai) International Boat Show & Marine Dragon Consulting (MDC) is proud to present to all marine experts the latest industry report of the "China Yachting Industry 2009/2010). If you are interested in the complete 19 pages industry report by MDC, please do not hesitate to contact the organizer of the China International (Shanghai) Boat Show. Clients will get the exclusive insides of the Chinese Boating industry. The report is not published on website or anywhere else. Visit www.boatshowchina.com for more information and register your personal entrance to the show or contact cathy.cao@ubmsinoexpo.com.
The 15th edition of China (Shanghai) International Boat Show will be held on April 8-11, 2010.
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December 2008 General Release Still Standing in an Economy Crisis
——Progress on the 14th China (Shanghai) International Boat Show
The winter of 2008 brings good news about the industry and sees progress being made in the China (Shanghai) International Boat Show (CIBS) at the end of China’s Olympic year. The show has developed into a strong industry event, growing at a steady pace, even in the face of a worldwide economic downturn.
Expectations of CIBS 2009
The 14th edition of CIBS will be held on April 16-19, 2009 in the historical Shanghai Exhibition Centre in downtown Shanghai. Although the global economy is in crisis, still, CIBS stands together with China’s yachting industry.
The next CIBS in April 2009 is expected to host up to 380 exhibitors, covering an exhibition space of 33,000 sq m. Visitor promotions will be even more effective, using various channels and targeting the 17,000 visitors onsite, of which 1,800 will be from overseas.
Official Regulations
In July 2008, the Department of Transportation of the PRC approved and published official regulations on Yachting Safety Management. The article comprised eight main chapters and 46 detailed rules that will take effect on January 1, 2009. The regulations clarify operations on registration, examination, licensing, sailing and mooring, and security, etc.
On-Water Display
A mere 15 minutes from the downtown venue of CIBS and, after several years of exploration and waiting, the show finally has a qualified marina partner located on the west banks of the Huangpu River, the pulsing heart of the city. The Shanghai Yacht Club, which is opposite the 2010 World Expo venue, will provide 24 berths during CIBS 2009, giving a home to quality yachts from both domestic and overseas manufacturers. The club will also prepare test “drives” on the HuangpuRiver for VIP buyers during the show period.
Exhibitor News
While the European and US markets are suffering from the severe impact of the economic crisis, the relatively stable Asian market is more attractive than ever.
The national pavilions of Italy, France and Australia have a good partnership with CIBS and, in 2009, the Italian pavilion will enlarge its size by inviting more companies to join it.
Jeanneau will display independently at CIBS 2009. Its brother brand, Beneteau, will present motorboats following its successful sailing boat promotion in China, with Lagoon bringing its catamarans to Shanghai next April. Chris-Craft has confirmed its attendance for the first time, while Princess Yachts has booked space to display a boat at CIBS 2009 following its four-year brand presentation. J-Boat announced at CIBS 2008 that its only Asian manufacturing base will be in Xiamen and the Shanghai boat show is definitely a key event that they would not miss.
Participation in CIBS 2009 has been confirmed by the majority of existing exhibitors, including The Bénéteau Group, nine brands from The Ferretti Group, The Azimut-Benetti Group, Brunswick, Sunseeker, Aicon, Horizon, Bavaria and The Megayacht Group, as well as domestic exhibitors, namely Double Happiness, Changzhou FRP, Zhuhai Sunbird, Xiamen Hansheng, Yihong, Feipeng and Wuxi Dongfang, etc. The equipment section and the club section have also been supportive.
Industry Development
Leading the academic section of CIBS, the China International Yacht Economy and Sight Water System Development conference has continued for seven years, conducted by China Boat Industry & Trade Association. According to incomplete statistics, 58 cities in China are developing sight water systems and yacht clubs. A Gallery is planned at CIBS 2009 to demonstrate the country’s improvement in sight water systems.
The development of China’s yacht industry over the past decade has gradually built a mature market, with upgraded techniques in manufacturing and huge purchasing potential. As an industrial platform, CIBS has always made an effort to communicate to professionals and consumers worldwide, and will work even harder in today’s global economic environment.
CIBS is honoured to present an annual industry event that is:
- one of Asia's most comprehensive boat and yacht exhibitions and conferences
- the only member in China of the IFBSO
- audited by BPA Worldwide in 2008
- certified by the US Department of Commerce
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CIBS 2009 Launching with Three Major Pavilions Confirmed
August 2008 Immediate Release
CIBS 2009 Launching with Three Major Pavilions Confirmed
China Sports & Marina Industry – Booming Signs
The Olympic Year in China brings another surge to its people and makes them exploring and enjoying leisure sports in a world fashionable way. With the national economy growing rapidly and relevant governmental regulations supporting the construction of marinas and services, China’s yachting industry has entered a stage of teenage growing after years of stagnation . 80% onsite sales of over hundred real boats displayed in the past three editions of China (Shanghai) International Boat Show – CIBS are a definite proof for this booming industry.
Stepping into its 14th edition, the next China International Boat Show will take place with the worldwide industry keeping a close eye on it, again at the historical downtown Shanghai Exhibition Center from 16-19 April 2009.
Outlook for 2009
Within the first month of launching CIBS 2009, good news kept emerging. Several “old” loyal exhibitors actively responded and confirmed their stand participations for the 2009, incl. renowned Beneteau, Ferretti, Azimut, Brunswick, Princess, Riva etc. representing some of the world leading boats brands as well as Caterpillar, Dometic, Tripower, Volvo, Yanmar, etc. presenting the growing equipment sector. Domestic exhibitors are planning to extend their participation in 2009, while the organizer expects quite a number of “new comers” call in to inquiry on how to become an exhibitor. However, most importantly national pavilions of Australia, France and Italy have again confirmed attendance for CIBS 2009, after their successful participation in CIBS 2008. These confirmations have turned out to be the earliest time of CIBS pavilions ever. Besides these three pavilions, another national pavilion, with years of visit and observation, have entered detailed discussions with the organizer on a possible appearance in 2009.
CIBS to provide unique presentation platform
One of the key tasks for every international exhibition company is to build up a lively platform for displaying products & market trends, as well as a bridging worldwide communication among the industry professionals. The Shanghai Association of Shipbuilding Industry as well as The China Boat Industry & Trade Association of the show organizers, are working all year long for their members and exhibitors to promote and facilitate business opportunities in domestic and overseas markets. Marine Dragon Consultant, one of CIBS cooperation partners again published The China Yachting Industry Report 2008/2009 after the encouraging results of its last edition (available free for professional, please contact the organizer). Beyond the annual four-day exhibition, CIBS will offer more quality services to help exhibitors to promote their business with high enthusiasm and professional service to an international audience.
Successful audit of CIBS marks new level of excellence
For the first time in its history, CIBS 2008 was successfully audited by BPA Worldwide to enhance authenticity of visitor data. CIBS has acquired the Trade Show Certification by the U.S. Department of Commerce upon the results and becoming a member of The International Federation of Boat Show Organizers (IFBSO), which is a gathering of all worlds most leading boat shows.
CIBS 2009 will constantly present a complete industry - from the manufacturer to the marina industry and related services in the tourism industry, as well as various related activities not limited to sailing games, academic forums, various receptions, dinners and other events as well as a gala opening for all exhibitors, professionals and on-water sports lovers, etc. We warmly invite you to join CIBS 2009 and its events to facilitate the B2B exchange.
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TOP SCORES FOR CIBS 2008
April 2008 Immediate Release
Shanghai, 13 April 2008: The China International Boat Show CIBS closed its 13th edition on high notes.The show reached new heights, hosting 365 exhibitors with 400 brands on display. CIBS was attended by 14,050 visitors, amongst them 1579 international visitors hailing from 72 countries and 284 journalists.
Exhibitors representatives confirmed that CIBS’ visitors brought excellent business. Almost all of the 90 boats on display were sold right onsite. But exhibitors expressed also huge satisfaction with the new orders and inquiries collected during the 4 show days at the busy ShanghaiExhibitionCenter. Renowned brands, such as Beneteau, Ferretti, Riva, Azimut, Brunswick, Atlantis, were again in the center of the visitors’ attention.
The majority of the prospective boat owners came from the coastal Yangtze Delta and Pearl River Delta areas. Still exhibitors noted increased interest from wealthy individuals hailing from other regions in Asia – a trend that confirms CIBS leading position in Asia.
Abundant onsite activities, social events, competitions, conferences and seminars at the venue but also in different areas of the city contributed to CIBS’ mission to develop a boating culture in China.
CIBS 2009 will take place from 16-19 April 2009 at Shanghai Exhibition Centre.
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Shanghai CMP Sinoexpo Int'l Exhibition Co., Ltd.
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Email: cathycao@cmpsinoexpo.com
Website: www.boatshowchina.com
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China International Boat Show – Off to new shores
January 2008 Immediate Release
The coming 13th edition of the China International Boat Show, CIBS, which will take place from April 10 to 13 2008, will cover a total of 26,000 sq m of display area, occupying all six main halls and four outdoor areas of the Shanghai Exhibition Centre. With up to 400 participants, CIBS 2008 will host about 50 exhibitors more than its previous edition.
CIBS represents the entire manufacturing chain of the industry, from basic materials to ready-to-sail luxury boats. About half of the exhibitors, mostly luxury yacht-builders but also high-end equipment and technology providers for domestic boat yards, will come from overseas. Local exhibitors will mainly show small to mid-sized boats, and mid-range technology and supplies, creating an ever increasing market for international sourcing experts.
CIBS 2008 is honoured to provide the industry with an exhibition with more real boats on display, a larger area and more brands.
After strong sales in 2007, the luxury boat segment will be the centerpiece of CIBS 2008; following the successful promotion of its sister brands in China, Atlantis from the Azimut-Benetti Group will make its first appearance at the show, along with its boats. Other newcomers include Italian luxury motor boat builders InRizzardi, megayacht manufacturers Palmer Johnson (USA), Amels Holland (Netherlands), as well as the French brand Lancel, equipment suppliers John Deere (USA), Lewmar (England), MTU (Germany) and sailing boat brand J/Boats. With China becoming increasingly environmentally conscious, another highlight of the show, solar-powered boats by French builder Fatima DA SILVA, will be a magnet for visitors.
While new participants continue to flock to CIBS, “old” exhibitors are returning and, in some cases, extending their presence. They include long time supporters of CIBS and the China market such as Sunseeker, Ferretti, Beneteau, Azimut, Princess, Riviera, Aicon, Horizon. Also confirmed return exhibitors are renowned megayacht brands Fraser Yachts, Thyssenkrupp, and the Megayacht Group; Riva, which earned tremendous attention and won its first contracts during its debut at CIBS 2007; domestic twin-boat manufacturers Famila, which will present its boats following a trial participation at CIBS 2007; and large-scale domestic yacht manufacturers Double Happiness, Applause and Changzhou FRP, all of which are renowned for their experience.
With the background of maturing industry, local yachting clubs have developed rapidly in recent years, and gradually equipped with more professional facilities and better services for boat owners and lovers. Nine Dragon Marina, Natural Marina, Longcheer Marina and Shanghai Marina Club will be present at CIBS 20008.
The French and Italian pavilions, long-time supporters of CIBS and the driving force behind international cooperations, have enlarged their exhibiting space. However, other nations are also now tapping into the potential of the Chinese market, and CIBS 2008 will be supported by a US Mission Delegation and the presence of the Dutch association HISWA. Both are dedicated to fostering business opportunities and evaluating their enhanced participation in CIBS 2009.
In addition to trading and sales activities, CIBS 2008 will offer a range of satellite activities, such as sailing trials on DianshanLake, the first edition of the Shanghai Charity Regatta on April 12, a Family Day at the Nature Club, a Gala Dinner and much more. The full programme will be available by mid-March.
CIBS 2008 will meet the Olympic spirit of “higher and faster” by providing “more and better”. For more information and to see how you can visit CIBS 2008, please visit the official show website, www.boatshowchina.com.
China International Boat Show
January 2008
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CIBS 2008, Add High Notes to the Industry
October 2007 Immediate Release
China Leisure yacht economy in rapid development provides a vast market space for growth of many other relevant industries. Like every growing industry, a good trade fair is always an essential platform for professionals to learn more and explore deeper into the potential market. With success of 12 years and highly recognition from exhibitors home and abroad, the annual fair China International Boat Show (CIBS) will be on for its 13th edition in April 2008.
Since this August launches CIBS2008 space reservation, the show organizer has been receiving continuous orders from active exhibitors. Spaces in central hall and fountain ground area have been fully booked out early this month. A new ground area close to Nanjing (W) Road has been required to open for more real boat display.
By early October, a number of oversea brands had confirmed their participation again. Gathered in central hall area, Princess, Riviera, Sunseeker, Lurssen, Fraser, etc. will bring more exquisite display from boat products, design and craftwork, to charter service. More boat manufacturers are intended to take real boats, as effects from last editions has proved to be widely and warmly welcomed by all visitors. It is known that two leading groups, Ferretti and Beneteau, as well as several major brands incl. SunRunner, Azimut, and Yammar will continually exhibit with delicate real boats. Brunswick group has scheduled to introduce a higher-level brand into the Chinese market. What’s more, some new oversea exhibitors will also bring real boats to display for their first participation in CIBS2008. All these can show that oversea corporations are raising interest and concern to the Chinese market.
Domestic manufacturers are certainly more confident with the outstanding effects of CIBS. Majority of exhibitors achieved satisfied targets in the last edition again take active part in the show this time: Sunquest, Kinghwan, Songliao, Double Happiness, Shanghai Far East, Changzhou F.R.P, Defever, Applause and many other domestic brands will display their new real boats to all visitor in CIBS2008. According to present registration, simply from domestic exhibitors there will be at least 20 boats added to the amount of 2007 edition. Positive effects of CIBS as an international trade platform are fully recognized by the local industry.
Four major national pavilions, France, Italy, Australia, and New Zealand have all confirmed their participation, to better enhance the international communication of the yacht industry. With applause of the show quality, French pavilion will have larger space in the 2008 edition.
The professional trading channel of CIBS is also in great help of equipment production and technical communication. Famous brands in this field, incl. Caterpillar, Volvo, B&W, Yammar, Tripower, ZF, Uflex, Kohler, and Mobicool have also booked their space to show again in CIBS.
More introductions about marina in Shanghai and areas around will be presented in CIBS2008, as a number of marinas are to be finished or under construction in 2008 according to the government’s city planning.
Colorful activities during the show period will be organized as usual and even attractive with more highlights and larger scale. Visitors and on-water sports lovers will have more chances trying-out and enjoy boat games.
CIBS2008, a perfect platform for you to know the Chinese market! Contact the organizer right now to book a stage showing up your brand!
For more information, please visit www.boatshowchina.com
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