This year’s 45th edition of PSP Southampton Boat Show is to kick off in just over eight weeks, running from September 13 to 22. The last stages of planning are coming together nicely with 97% of land space sold and 79% of the Marina is confirmed bringing the current total number of exhibitors in at 518.
Confirming their commitment to the Show with their confirmation of presence over during the ten days are companies; Southerly Yachts Ltd, Yachts & Yachting, Sail & Trail, Bembridge Marine, Nanotech Marine, Prestige Wraps and Perfect Sailing. While attending the Show for the first time is new exhibitors France Afloat, CMS Marine and Crew Club Union (CCU 2013).
Over 34 debuts are currently to be hosted at the Show including world launches of the J88, Princess V48 and Princess 88 Yacht, the Orkney Longliner 2, North-line 37 pilot and Oban Skiff. UK debuts include the stunning Gunfleet 58, Bestewind 50, Mariner 235 and three models from the Dufour Grand Large range.
New to the Show Marina in 2013, afloat for the full ten days in the Feature Boat area, is Phoenicia. Berth M532 will see the traditionally built, replica Phoenician/Mediterranean trading vessel where Show visitors can climb aboard and hear all about her journey around Africa.
Phoenicia
In the lead up to September National Boat Shows is working with the organisers of the Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week to highlight to crews and visitors the benefits of attending the PSP Southampton Boat Show. Big screen and radio advertising along with mobile phone activated promotions will run throughout the seven day sailing event.
The new 2013 Show website is live, along with press registration, and is packed with news, exhibitor details and attractions.
