Connect with the people shaping the future of marinas
More than 370 delegates have already registered for the Marinas26 International Conference & Trade Exhibition, and with just weeks to go, the 2026 event is on track to become the largest in the conference’s history.
Bringing together marina owners, operators, developers, boatyard professionals, suppliers, consultants and industry leaders from across Australia and internationally, Marinas26 will deliver four days of industry insight, networking, innovation and practical learning opportunities.
If you haven’t registered yet, there is still time.
A Conference Program Designed for the Industry
The Marinas26 Conference Program has been developed to address the key challenges, trends and opportunities shaping the future of marinas, boatyards and waterfront businesses.
Across two days, delegates will hear from industry leaders and experts on topics spanning marina operations, redevelopment, economic outlooks, emerging technologies, sustainability, risk management and future industry growth.
The program combines strategic industry discussions with practical operational insights, providing delegates with valuable knowledge, real-world case studies and ideas they can apply within their own businesses and facilities.
The two-day conference features 20 industry-focused sessions covering topics including:
- Planning for 2035: Demographic Insights
- Economic Forecast
- 2025 Health of the Marina Industry Survey Results
- Lessons Learned – Redevelopment of Ageing Marina Assets
- Lessons Learned – Development in the Middle East
- Marina Maintenance & Asset Management
- AI Future in Marinas & Boatyards
- AI – Practical Applications for Marinas
- Superyacht Ready
- Risk on the Waterfront – Insurance & Legal Strategies
- Innovators & Start-Up Showcase
- The Future of Boatyards
- Context & Stakeholder Alignment – The New Marina Shapers
Marinas26 Exhibitors
The Marinas26 Exhibition is shaping up to be one of the most diverse and comprehensive showcases the industry has seen, featuring 52 exhibitors.
Delegates will experience a true cross-section of the marina sector, with exhibitors showcasing:
- Marina design and construction
- Infrastructure and maintenance solutions
- Technology, software and AI
- Sustainability initiatives
- Insurance and consulting services
- Equipment and handling systems
- Specialist products and operational solutions
The exhibition floor will also serve as the central networking hub throughout the conference, hosting breakfasts, morning teas, lunches and the popular North Harbour Happy Hour with Exhibitors.
New for 2026, delegates can also visit the Shoreside Shop, a pop-up retail space by Shoreside Clothing featuring exclusive Marinas26 merchandise and memorabilia.
Connect • Engage • Experience
Marinas26 delivers one of the most comprehensive networking programs in the marina industry, creating opportunities to build connections from the moment delegates arrive through to the final day.
Highlights include:
- Pelagic Risk Services Miami Cocktail Party
- North Harbour Happy Hour with Exhibitors
- Walk and Talk Club by Marina Training Institute
- Waterline Breakfast with Exhibitors
- Marine Structures Tropical Gala Dinner
- After Party at Red Dog Bar
- Gold Coast & Whitsundays Study Tours sponsored by Gold Anchor
Delegates can also recharge and connect between sessions at the Aerlift Coffee Cart in the exhibition hall across both conference days.
