Boot Düsseldorf 2026 opened on January 17, showcasing Turkey's maritime industry with strong participation from 32 companies.
The Boot Düsseldorf International Boat and Water Sports Fair, one of the largest and most prestigious boat and maritime fairs in the world, began welcoming visitors on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in Düsseldorf, Germany. The fair, which serves as a meeting point for the global maritime industry, saw strong and notable participation from Turkey.
Strong Corporate and Sectoral Participation from Turkey
At the fair, the İMEAK Chamber of Shipping (DTO) represented Turkey, while DTO Board members Orhan Gülcek and Barış Dillioğlu closely followed the event. Approximately 32 companies from Turkey are showcasing their products and services to international visitors.
Turkish Companies Participating in Boot Düsseldorf 2026
Among the Turkish maritime and yacht sector companies present at the fair are:
Mercan Yachting / Mercan Tekne
Turquoise Yachts
Promarine Engineering
İHOY Electronic Systems
SUV Marina and Yacht Equipment
Setur Marinas
Marine Technology
Yachtley Crew & Services
Turkish companies represent Turkey's strength in the international market in areas such as yacht and boat manufacturing, superyacht construction, maritime equipment, electronic systems, marina operations, and engineering solutions.
Marina and Marine Tourism Take Center Stage
Particularly, Setur Marinas and D-Marin are introducing Turkey's marina infrastructure, service quality, and new investments to the global maritime community. This representation in marina and marine tourism also highlights Turkey's strategic position in the Mediterranean and Aegean.
Emphasis on Sustainability and Innovation
Boot Düsseldorf 2026, which hosts a wide range of offerings from motor and sailing boats to superyachts, and from eco-friendly maritime technologies to water sports, places a strong emphasis on sustainability, low-emission solutions, and innovative designs.
Continuing until January 25, 2026, Boot Düsseldorf 2026 remains one of the most important organizations where the Turkish maritime sector showcases itself on a global stage.
Source: SeaNews Türkiye