More than 300 boats will be showcased in İstanbul from October 25th to November 2nd.
A historic fair in Istanbul: Hundreds of boats meet with sea lovers
The Bosphorus Boat Show, Boat, Boat Equipment, and Accessories Fair, which will be held at İstanbul’s Ataköy Marina from October 25th to November 2nd, 2025, will bring leading names of the maritime sector together. The event, organized by ED Trade Fairs with the support of the Yacht and Boat Industry Association (YATED) and in collaboration with YATED Fair Organization, with the main sponsorship of the Turkish Shipbuilders’ Association (GİSBİR) and the permission of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye, will feature over 500 brands from over 200 companies. Expected to attract significant international attention with İstanbul’s global recognition and unparalleled scenery, the Bosphorus Boat Show aims to significantly boost the boat and yacht sector by showcasing over 300 boats, luxury yachts up to 50 meters, and new model boats.
Bosphorus Boat Show, Boat, Boat Equipment and Accessories Fair, featuring over 200 companies, 500 brands, and 300 boats, will be on display at Ataköy Marina from October 25th to November 2nd, 2025. Held on the sea and organized by ED Fair Organization with the support of the Yacht and Boat Industry Association (YATED) and in collaboration with YATED Fair Organization, with the main sponsorship of the Turkish Shipbuilders’ Association (GİSBİR) and the permission of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye, the event will feature over 500 brands. Bringing together industry-leading brands and the latest technologies with sea enthusiasts, the fair will showcase boats from 2025 and 2026, ambitious models from Türkiye’s leading shipyards, and new models from world-renowned yacht brands.
INTERNATIONAL MARKET OPPORTUNITY
ED Fair Organization founding partner Dilek Soydan emphasized that the fair will be a great opportunity for those who want to closely follow the developments in the sector, saying, “The Bosphorus Boat Show will offer visitors an unforgettable experience with its rich variety of boats to suit every need, taste, and budget. This major event will bring a new perspective to the maritime world.” Soydan noted the great advantage of the Bosphorus Boat Show being held in Ataköy Marina, one of the most prestigious areas of İstanbul, saying, “With İstanbul’s worldwide recognition and unparalleled view, Ataköy Marina will be the perfect host for our fair. İstanbul is a city that attracts global attention with its historical and modern structure. The fair, which we will organize in this magnificent atmosphere, will offer unique opportunities to all professionals and sea enthusiasts in the sector. We know how important fairs are for the development of the boat and yacht industry; the Bosphorus Boat Show will accelerate this development, reinforce the sector’s global strength, and reach a level that can compete with the largest maritime fairs in the world. This organization will create serious opportunities for our participants not only in local but also in international markets.” she said. Taking its place among the world’s Boat Show rankings, the İstanbul Fair has also entered the calendar of international visitors.
PARTICIPATION FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD
Emel Yılmaz, Founding Partner of ED Fair Organization, emphasized the excitement of this year’s Bosphorus Boat Show being held at Ataköy Marina, following its previous successes in Pendik. She said, “We will take the success we achieved with the fairs we held in Pendik one step further in Ataköy. This year, we will bring together prominent figures in the maritime sector with participants from around the world. The Bosphorus Boat Show will become not only a local event but also an international one, competing with major competitors in the sector. The event will contribute to the economic development of the region and enhance the prestige of İstanbul and Türkiye in the maritime sector. It will provide our participants with the opportunity to gain global recognition and promote innovations in the sector on a global scale.”