The numbers say it all!

Seawork 2007 saw another substantial increase in visitor numbers. The total number through the doors at close of business on 14 June was 6044 with 16% (around 970) from overseas.

60% full by August 1st

Stand and pontoon reservations for Seawork 2008 already exceed 60%. Many regulars have requested larger stands, others are hoping to capture one of the many prime sites. New exhibitors should register their interest now before all the best stand positions are allocated. Contact the Seawork Team on +44 (0)1329 820485 or email info@seawork.com.

Marine South East Provides Industry Support

For the first time at Seawork 2007, Marine South Business Support were joined by Marine South East, UK Trade and Investment, Business Link, MEMSP, the University of Southampton and Marine CoVE. The aim of the collaboration was to provide exhibitors and visitors with advice on development strategies, marketing, packaging and export.

Graham Wickham of Penguin Engineering commented: ‘For a small company like ours it is sometimes difficult to know who to contact and where to start. I got some really useful, impartial advice with significant long term benefits. We are now able to develop our products and have instigated an export strategy’.

UKHMA returns for 11th year

The UK Harbour Masters’ Association has held its Annual General Meeting at Seawork since 1998. The Harbour Masters are an important visitor group for most Seawork exhibitors with up to 100 attending the event each year. Having dealt with AGM business on Wednesday morning, the Harbour Masters are free to walk the exhibition, looking at new products and vessels. Since they make the purchasing decisions for the ports and harbours they represent, it is no surprise that exhibitors are keen to do business with them.