Facing environmental challenges and new expectations from boaters, the nautical sector is evolving towards a more responsible economy.
Grand Pavois Organisation (GPO) launched in Nice the Sustainable Boating Show – Nice Boating Tomorrow, an international event entirely dedicated to sustainable boating, bringing together professionals, startups and enthusiasts around eco-friendly innovations and concrete solutions for the future of recreational boating.

Exhibitors and boats: showcasing eco-responsible solutions

During this first edition:

• 80 exhibitors, including 40% international (Finland, Croatia, Germany, Spain, United Kingdom, Italy, Turkey, Portugal, Monaco)
• Around thirty boats afloat, with sea trials to discover innovative solutions
• Key players from the boating industry, maritime innovation and energy transition sectors

The objective: to steer boating towards more sustainable and responsible navigation, while creating a platform for international exchange and cooperation.

International Forum: experts and leaders in sustainable boating

The Nice Boating Tomorrow Forum brought together 48 international speakers and 189 participants from more than 10 countries, including Germany, Bulgaria, the United Kingdom, Monaco, Belgium, Finland, Canada, Italy and Croatia. Among them:

• Elise Dumesnil, Directorate General for Maritime Affairs, Fisheries and Aquaculture (DGAMPA)
• Patrick Hemp, International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA)
• Adria Jover, Institute of Energy and Environment (IEMA)
• Yannick Wileveau, French Electric Boat Association (AFBE)
• Ivana Lazarevic, Association for Eco-Responsible Boating (APER)
• Marc Van Peteghem, naval architect
• Simon Wauters, CEO of the Rossignol Group

These experts shared experiences, projects and strategic visions, providing practical insights into sustainable boating, eco-friendly marinas and new maritime mobility solutions.

Positive feedback from exhibitors and visitors

Despite a demanding economic and political context, exhibitors highlighted:

• An event fully dedicated to sustainable boating, without being diluted among unrelated sectors
• A qualified and international audience, with more than 20 countries represented
• The presence of 85 accredited journalists from various nationalities

The location in Nice, in direct continuity with the United Nations Ocean Conference (July 2025), was a major asset contributing to the success of the event.

Testimonials from sustainable boating stakeholders

“Nice Boating Tomorrow was a key moment, rich in exchanges and shared reflections. I particularly appreciated this collective willingness to move boating towards more environmentally friendly solutions. A crucial dynamic for building a sustainable future.”
David Ficheux, Industrial Designer – DFXcreation (France)

“We discovered a committed ecosystem around sustainable boating and are proud to have presented, as a world premiere, the first images and information about our Loopia 290 Family. The enthusiasm we received confirms our next steps: we have already booked a larger stand and a berth for 2027 to showcase the Loopia 290 Family at full scale.”
Gilles Wagner, CEO – Sea Loop Marine (France)

“Nice Boating Tomorrow brought together most European electric boat manufacturers in one place, attracting a highly targeted audience! For us at ELVENE, it was undoubtedly the ideal event to present our latest model, AMY, the fastest production solar-electric boat in the world. Boats need to be showcased and tested on the water, and the opportunity to run sea trials all day, every day, is the best way to discover an innovative product.”
Emil Finne, CEO – Elvene Shipyard (Finland)

This first edition of the Sustainable Boating Show confirms the importance of an international event dedicated to responsible boating, offering concrete solutions for the future of the industry.
With its infrastructure and strategic positioning, Nice is establishing itself as a European capital of eco-responsible boating.