Virtual Nautic, Europe’s largest virtual boat show, coming on 12 and 13 March

Organised by FIN (the French Federation of Nautical Industries), Virtual Nautic will be a unique, immersive and virtual boat show held on 12 and 13 March. Conceived as a solution to the Covid-19 restrictions, Virtual Nautic will include 150 booths, bringing together over a thousand professionals and an expected 25 000-30 000 visitors.

FIN has partnered with Virbela and Laval Virtual to create a virtual world that replicates the experience of in-person boat shows, through a virtual platform that will be easy to use, accessible and available in several languages. Access will be free of charge.

Upon registering, users receive a link to download an application on their computer, enabling them to create their avatar. On the day of the event, attendees will be able to move from one booth to another with their avatars, use direct voice chats with exhibitors, use presentation tools, schedule appointments, or look for products, services or destinations. An appointment scheduling tool will be shared in the coming days. In addition, conferences, round tables and workshops will also be held.

This is an opportunity for users to meet professionals, whether they be boat manufacturers, equipment suppliers, engine manufacturers or charter companies. It is also an opportunity for the marine leisure industry to meet new clients amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Several new sailboats, motorboats and catamarans will be presented for the first time during the event. In addition, among the 150 booths, around 30 French tourist destinations, both maritime and river-related, will be present.

Find more information and register on the Virtual Nautic website.

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