The 2018 Refit International Exhibition & Conference brings together marine industry speakers and international yacht boatyards to share their ideas, innovations, and network with other marina community members.
- What:The Refit International Exhibition & Conference
- Where: Broward County Convention Center in Ft. Lauderdale.
- Who: Yacht refit service providers, yacht brokers, marine professionals, engineers, interior designers and more.
- Why: An event for all marine professionals to network, learn about the industry, and discover new innovations in marine refits.
- When: Wednesday, January 10: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. & Thursday, January 11: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- How Much: Free exhibit hall pass, and full program and seminars for $250.
Yacht Management is one of the few, major marinas in the refit industry located in South Florida. We will be setup in the exhibition hall for both days. Visit our booth to learn what we are doing to right now to progress the yacht refit industry, and learn about the services we provide. We are proudly representing South Florida!
The Refit International Exhibition & Conference covers all topics related to the refit industry, offers seminars, hands-on classes, and the opportunity to collaborate and network with others. The conference will cover topics ranging from legal yacht issues, technical hands-on training for engineers and yacht refit professionals, and the latest news and innovations in the refit industry.
- Food & Beverages:
Morning coffee and concessions for lunch will be available at the back of the exhibit hall on both days. After 2:00 p.m., exhibitors can enjoy free beer as well!
There are many fantastic restaurants located around the Broward / Fort Lauderdale Convention Center, but expect them to be packed! The exhibitors recommend heading over to Southport Raw Bar for the freshest sea food in South Florida, and for a relaxed ambiance after the conference!
- Must See Seminars:
Wednesday, January 10, from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m., there will be a panel of yacht owners and yacht owner reps, which is open to all who have registered for the Refit events. Speak with owners of some of the most luxurious yachts in the world - one of the highlights of the exhibition, so don’t miss out!
Thursday, January 11, from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m., industry experts will discuss the new Fort Lauderdale Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs) that were just signed into law last year. The discussion will focus on the laws and how it’s become much easier to get yacht refit products, and easier for yachts to bring products in and out of Fort Lauderdale.
Download the full schedule of events for the RIEC so you don’t miss out on anything this place has to offer!