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Yachting Ventures and European Boating Industry (EBI) are excited to announce the expansion of their successful partnership at boot Düsseldorf 2025, with the introduction of a full ‘Startup Day’ on Tuesday, January 21st, 2025. This dedicated day will provide an unparalleled platform for innovative startups to showcase their solutions to…

Our nine industry associations have commissioned1 SGS INTRON to prepare a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) report exploring the environmental impacts of treating End-of-Life (EoL) composites by co-processing in a cement facility. The independent and peer-reviewed LCA report confirms the positive environmental impact of this end-of-life solution for glass fibre reinforced…

Today, a coalition of 31 leading European business associations has come together to call for an ambitious and open trade policy to support the EU’s competitiveness and economic prosperity. In a Joint Declaration, they highlight the importance of trade openness in driving economic growth, creating jobs, and enhancing resilience in…

Last week, seven industry associations working on increasing the circularity of composite materials have published a statement highlighting their valuable resource even at their end-of-life. Our industries believe there is potential to develop a business case for sustainable end-of-life solutions for composites, starting with the wind energy and boating sectors.…

Boating and water sports are integral to Europe's economic prosperity, cultural heritage, and societal well-being. With over 32,000 companies and 280,000 employees, the industry stands as a cornerstone of the blue economy and tourism sector, providing access to Europe's seas and inland waters for 48 million regular water sports users.…

Since 2016, The SeaCleaners has been at the forefront of the battle against plastic pollution, working to reduce waste on land and at sea through awareness-raising activities, scientific research, and waste collection programs. EBI, representing the European boating and nautical tourism industry, advocates for a sustainable boating sector and works…

The three-year strategic partnership agreement is based on the shared commitment of both associations to promote sustainability, innovation, and growth within the recreational boating industry. EBI, representing the European boating and nautical tourism industry, and ICOMIA, representing global marine industry associations, recognise the importance of cooperation in achieving their common…

The Foiling Organization was approved as new sustaining member of European Boating Industry (EBI). It is a newly established association encompassing foiling-related industries and professionals, such as boat yards, component manufacturers, designers and research facilities. With foiling being one of the key trends in the boating industry, originally stemming from competitive…

Dusseldorf, 24 January 2024 – Marking a positive year filled with significant achievements, European Boating Industry convened its General Assembly at boot Düsseldorf. The association proudly welcomed two new full members, the Irish Marine Federation and the Latvian Cruising Association, and one new sustaining member, Brunswick Corporation. Members of the…