African Boating Conference
@africanboatingconference.com
The African Boating Conference (ABC) is Africa’s dedicated B2B platform for the recreational marine and superyacht sectors—bringing together industry, government and investors to unlock growth through collaboration. Following a successful inaugural conference in Cape Town in October 2025, planning is underway for the 2026 edition.
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Eastern Blue
31, 155, 159
182, 67, 37
81, 3, 0, 38
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37, 37, 37
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Cream Brulee
255, 232, 161
45, 100, 82
0, 9, 37, 0
About African Boating Conference
The African Boating Conference serves as a revolutionary platform dedicated to promoting recreational boating, boatbuilding, and marine tourism throughout Africa. Established to address a significant gap in the region's marine industry, this independent conference fosters collaboration among governments, industry leaders, manufacturers, and service providers, free from bias or agenda. The event aims to tackle global challenges such as regulatory complexities and skills shortages, while exploring emerging opportunities in regions like South Africa and the Indian Ocean islands.
The conference emphasizes boating's potential as an economic catalyst, highlighting its role in job creation, skills development, and sustainable economic growth. Organizers Veda Pretorius and MaryAnne Edwards bring extensive industry experience and strategic insights to the table, drawing on their successful backgrounds in the superyacht sector. Together, they aim to position Africa as a premier destination for superyachts and leisure boating, facilitating regional collaboration and knowledge sharing that will propel the African marine industry forward.
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