Seatec - show of technology and design in February

The 13th edition of Seatec Carrara will take place from 4th to 6th of February 2015. It is one of the most important shows for anybody working in the sectors of components, mechanics and motors, propulsion systems, electronics, domotics, raw materials, finished products, design and engineering of ships, boats and yachts in general.

The nautical sector in Italy is one of the few areas in this country where the chain from production to subcontracting, services and design manages to showcase the knowledge, excellence and competitiveness of the small and large companies. The vicinity to the areas representing the best luxury yacht production in the country make SEATEC the ideal location for a specialist exhibition. The event takes place in the Marina di Carrara (in the CarraraFiere exhibition centre), half way between Livorno and Génova. This area encompasses the districts of Viareggio and Pisa, where some of the worlds most prestigious shipyards, the undisputed leaders in production of superyachts and areas synonymous with internationally recognized quality are located.

Read the complete article in Panorama Náutico.

METS with the biggest Spanish representation in its history comes to an end

Recently finished METS, the biggest exhibition in Europe of equipment, materials and systems for the recreational yachting, which took place from 18th to 20th of November, had ANEN coordinating the participation of the Spanish nautical industries. ANEN returned satisfied from the show, as this year the largest number of Spanish companies exhibited since  2007, when Spain participated for the first time.Apart from that, it is worth mentioning that this year the repercussion of some of the companies in the Spanish delegation, like DR SAILS, which received a special mention in the prestigious DAME Awards of design and innovation for  equipment and accessories in the nautical sector, and BAITRA, nominated also for these awards for the propeller THURSTOR that they represent.During METS 2014, the Spanish companies extended their presence in the show area, and apart from exhibiting in the Spanish hall, they were present in other halls, including the one dedicated exclusively to superyachts. The efforts of ANEN in METS were concentrated in coordination and assistance to Spanish exhibitors, as well as to other companies in need of attention; management of bilateral meetings between Spanish and foreign companies (with an objective to open new markets and to extend business opportunities), etc.ANEN participated in the Council meeting of EBIThe ANEN team traveled to Amsterdam because of METS, and participated at the same time in the Council meeting of EBI (European Boating Industry), as well as in various committees of ICOMIA that took place during the show, representing the Spanish nautical sector as a member of both institutions.Read the complete article in ANEN.

YARE, refit and aftersales show for super- and megayachts

The YARE (Yachting Aftersales & Refit Experience), is one of the few international shows dedicated to refit and aftersales in the super- and megayacht sector. The show will take place in Viareggio in Marina di Carrara, from 2nd to 6th of February, parallel to the 13th edition of Seatec (International Exposition of Technologies, Subcontracting and Design of Boats, Megayachts and Ships).

Large number of captains and yacht managers from various international and Italian companies, specialised in services for this type of large vessels will participate in the show. Additionally, various forums and conferences, expert meetings and visits to nautical districts of Toscana are in the planning.

Like any other show, the YARE attempts to strengthen the contact between the companies that provide products and services and the end users and those in charge of making decisions: superyacht captains, brokers, yacht management companies, international registry officials etc. In other words, the target public in this show is highly qualified and professional, with high purchasing power.

Read the complete article in Panorama Náutico.

Next edition of METS is approaching with increased Spanish participation

The next edition of METS will take place from 18th to 20th of November. METS is the biggest exhibition of equipment, materials and systems for recreational yachting in Europe, and will have an increased Spanish presence.

The following  Spanish companies will present their wares at the show: AUTONAUTIC INSTRUMENTAL, TERMOMETROS ANVI, ECO-SISTEMS WATERMAKERS, REMOLCS CORTÉS, IMPORTACIONES NÁUTICAS, INDUSTRIAS PLÁSTICAS CASTRO, MARINE BUSINESS, SADIRA DE CARLOS FUSTÉ, SOLÉ DIESEL, TOSCANO, RECAMBIOS MARINOS, JOTUN, TEAK SOLUTIONS, NAUTI PAINTS, E-TECH MARITIM,  STAR MAR CABOS REGATTA, TALLERES LUIS PIÑEIRO, FUTURE FIBRES, SEMPRE ABRIL, OSSIAN FASTENERS  and  S. FOLCH.

The companies MARINE INSTRUMENTS, 2MPRO, QUER, CALYPSO MARINE INSTRUMENTS  and DALMAU & HOLMAN GROUP participate for the first time in this event that congregates over 1.500 exhibitors from all over the world.

In METS 2014 the nominees for the DAME awards for nautical innovation are the flexible adhesive that doesn´t require curing in dry conditions, called DR. SAILS, developed by the Spanish company SAILING TECHNOLOGIES, as well the propeller protector THURSTOR, which is sold in Europe by BAITRA. Both products are among the 45 most relevant nautical innovations according to the jury of these prestigious awards that are going to be published on the 18th of November.

The ANEN team, formed by José Luis Fayos, the technical consultant and responsible for internalization, and Lara Hidalgo from the legal department, coordinate the mission and participate in METS until its closure on the 20th of November, helping out the Spanish exhibitors and representing the Association in various events and celebrations. All the associates are welcome to use the stand of ANEN for their meetings or any other things they may need. As in previous years, the stand is located in the Spanish hall, the exact direction being 01.181.

Once the exhibition is closed, we will publish the degree of satisfaction by the Spanish participants of METS 2014.

Source: ANEN.

The most participative edition of the Boat Show drawing to a close

The Barcelona International Boat Show closed its doors last Sunday in Port Vell, confirming the trend towards a recovery of the sector.

During 5 days the show, which exhibited over 650 vessels out of which 120 new products, registered an important volume of business and a great flow of visitors, who were able to participate in the more than 100 programmed activities.

For the chairman of the Show, Luis Conde, "this edition has oozed more optimism, the exhibitors have received more visitors, given more interviews, prepared more estimates and registered more contacts and sales than in previous editions".

Furthermore, he assured that "it is obvious once again how the show reflects what is going on in the sector, as for the first time in six years the vessel registrations are growing, with an increase of 12,8% from the beginning of the year until September".

For his part, the director of the Boat Show, Jordi Freixas, remarked that "it was one of the liveliest editions in the recent years", pointing out a certain change in the visitor profile: "this edition has not only drawn the buyers interested in acquiring a vessel in the coming months, but we have also managed to attract a younger public and families to come and try the multiple activities and proposals we had designed for enjoying the sea".
One of the most successful was the generator of waves in a pool installed in the port, a groundbreaking initiative in Europe and where over 400 people dared to try surfing. This edition had as one of its principal objectives to attract the public to recreational sailing and water sports, and apart from the many activities on offer, a new guide book about towable yachting was distributed among the visitors. This form of yachting and water sports will benefit greatly from the reform of the nautical qualifications approved by the Council of Ministers on the 10 of October.

The show, organised by the Fira de Barcelona in collaboration with the Spanish Nautical Trade Association (ANEN), registered more than 54.000 national and international visitors, the international ones coming mainly from France, Germany, UK and Russia.

Being an annual show, the next edition of the Barcelona International Boat Show will take place from 14th to 18th of October 2015.

Source: Expreso.

The Balearic Islands invoice 428 million euros from the nautical sector

The Balearic Islands received ca. 444.000 nautical tourists in 2013, which represents a 20% increase compared to the previous year. Additionally, these visitors spent  more than 428.000 euros and 90% of them evaluated their experience as very satisfactory, as informed by the Balearic Ministry of Tourism and Sports in conjunction with their presence at the Barcelona Boat Show, where they will stay until the 19^th of October to promote the islands as a nautical destination.

The Balearic Islands are on display for the visiting public in a stand of the community, shared  between ATB, the Tourist Foundation of Ibiza, Ports IB and IDI.

The Barcelona Boat Show attracts thousands of visitors every year, which makes it a perfect opportunity to showcase a tourist destination like the Balearics, and also the companies of the islands.

In fact, in order to promote the islands as a destination for nautical tourism, the Balearic Tourism Agency, together with the Ports IB and the Institute for  Industrial Development (IDI), which organizes the Palma Boat Show,  will be participating with their own stand at the current edition of the Barcelona Boat Show, offering various information about the Balearic Islands as a nautical destination.

Source: Diario de Náutica.

The nautical sector needs a nationwide marketing plan

To develop a nationwide marketing plan for the nautical sector with involvement of all the components of the sector: companies, professional sailors, institutions, media, administration.... is fundamental in order to create a "culture of the sea" that is so far inexistent in Spain. This is the principal conclusion drawn from a debate "The sea welcomes you", organized by ANEN during the Barcelona Boat Show, reuniting prominent figures from olympic sailing, professional sailors, journalists, entrepreneurs and representatives of the Administration.

Amongst the activities organised by the Spanish Nautical Trade Association during the 53rd Barcelona Boat Show, the debate "The sea welcomes you" marked a start of a closer cooperation between the various segments of the nautical sector to seek and support real alternatives to promote collectivisation of the sector.

"Sailing is fun" pointed out Theresa Zabell, the chairwoman of the Ecomar Foundation, in her contribution to the debate. With this message as a focal point of the communication, junior sailing programmes as much as various other activities at sailing clubs and other entities need to be developed. "This is the way to correct the perception many people in Spain have of sailing as something very expensive and complicated", stated the double olympic sailing champion.

The Barcelona Boat Show opens with the number of stands up 17% from last year

The Barcelona Boat Show opened the gates today with 17% more stands than last year, explained the mayor of Barcelona, Xavier Trias, and pointed out that "the nautical activity is recovering".

Trias thanked the Fira de Barcelona for the important effort of keeping the show afloat during the hard years of crisis and for investing in it with determination.

The Barcelona Boat Show will have around 250 exhibitors presenting  650 vessels in total, 70 of which new models, 50 novelties in electronic accessories  and motors of the last generation, as well as other products and must-haves.

The show, which will remain open from today until the 19th of October, is organised by the Fira de Barcelona in collaboration with the Spanish Nautical Trade Association (ANEN), concentrates the exhibition and activities on the "España" and "Fusta del Port Vell" docks in Barcelona.

The president of the show, Luis Conde, highlighted the tangible optimism this year, as a result of the recreational craft registrations being up by 12,8% in Spain during the first three quarters of the year, compared to the same period last year.

Speaking with the press, Conde explained about the plans to talk with the Minister of Taxation, Cristóbal Montoro, about eliminating the matriculation tax altogether, because "it doesn´t make any sense having to pay 12% tax for buying a boat in Spain when you don´t need to do it in France or Italy".

Among the novelties presented on the show this year,  a motor cruiser Rodman Muse 44 stands out, as well as the Sunseeker 75, a superyacht that combines the design experience of the British yard with the use of new technologies.

Source: Yahoo noticias.

Boat show in tail wind

The International Boat Show of Barcelona will be the chosen stage for the Spanish and international firms to launch their new models related to the nautical world.

Around 250 exhibitors will participate in the show, exhibiting for the first time over 70  new models among the 650 vessels in total, and presenting more than 50 electronic accessories and motors of the latest generation. The 53rd edition of the show, in a context of a recovery of the sector, will also host a variety of activities and conferences for the professionals and nautical enthusiasts.

Third year in Port Vell

Organized by the Fira de Barcelona in collaboration with the Spanish Nautical Trade Association (ANEN), the boat show concentrates the commercial exhibition and activities on the docks “España” and “Fusta del Port Vell”. The boats above 8 m are exhibited in the water – an initiative carried out for a third consecutive year, which without doubt has contributed to make the show more visible and spectacular, while on land the visitors can find all types of products and nautical services, apart from small boats and inflatables.

Among the novelties presented this year in Barcelona, standing out are the Rodman Muse 44, a Spanish built motor cruiser of global reference, and the Sunseeker 75, a superyacht that combines the design experience of the British yard with the use of new technologies.

The Lagoon 630 MY, a spectacular catamaran, directed to long distance sailors without sacrificing the comforts of a motor yacht, or the sailing yachts Oceanis 60, Beneteau and Dufour 560 GL which will also be a delight for the sailing enthusiasts.

The Marina will host the third edition of the Valencia Boat show

Valencia Boat Show starts marketing the 2015 edition with the sights set on improving on the results of the edition of 2014, which had 80 exhibitors, 130 boats in total on show and 40.000 visitors.

The boat show will take place in The Marina from 16th to 19th of April 2015, organised by the Nautical Trade Union with the collaboration of the Municipal Sports Foundation and the Consortium Valencia 2007. The dates were agreed after a debate  with those involved in the sector, not only in Valencia but also in the rest of the country.

The marketing of the show is about to start with very competitive prices and a discount of 25% to those exhibitors who register before the 31st of January 2015.

Also, with an aim to attract new products to the show, the still unregistered boats in the water or less than 12 months of age can be exhibited without charge.

After only two editions, the show in Valencia has established itself in the Spanish boat show scene, becoming also a focal point of entertainment and activity for the Valencians. The show looks forward to the new edition with optimism, buoyed by the recent good results in the sector: according to the information published by the Spanish Nautical Trade Association (ANEN), the number of vessel registrations has grown by 12,80% during the first nine months of the year, while the summer season was very positive with a 16% increase in the registration during the months of June, July and August.

Additionally, new measures like the Law of Maritime Navigation, a Royal Decree concerning vessels above 24 m of length, recently approved by the Council of Ministers and the new normative for the nautical qualifications, which integrates us to the legislation in the rest of the European countries, will without doubt simulate the sector.

Read the complete article in El Periòdic.

ANEN coordinates again the joint participation in METS 2014

Since the year 2007, ANEN, with the support of ICEX, coordinates the joint participation of the Spanish nautical industry in METS (Marine Equipment Trade Show), the biggest European fair dedicated exclusively to the equipment industry of the nautical sector, organised by RAI in the Dutch city of Amsterdam.

In 2013, METS logged 21.500 visitors  and 1.500 exhibitors from over 100 countries. In the Spanish Pavilion participated, under the umbrella of ANEN; Termometros Anvi, Remolcs Cortés, Sadira de Carlos Fusté, Solé Diesel, Eco-Systems Watermakers, Importaciones Náuticas S.A, Industrias Plásticas Castro, Marine Business S.A, Star Mar, Toscano, Cies Technologies, Onesailor, S. Folch and Stop Gull.

The next edition of METS is going to take place  from 18th to 20th of November 2014, and ANEN is already busy organising the Spanish contingent for this event, which has the application period for participation open.

The Barcelona Boat Show presents the novelties of the 53rd edition together with ANEN

In a press conference directed to the nautical media, the president of the Barcelona Boat Show, Luis Conde, the director of the show Jordi Freizas and the general secretary of ANEN, Carlos Sanlorenzo, explained to the nautical media the initiatives that are planned for the show between now and its celebration (15 to 19 of October) to promote and to invigorate the event, in a year when the nautical market is finally on the upturn.This year´s news include the promotion of yachting for beginners with a programme of activities and a publication of a practical guide, with an aim to popularise and facilitate the access to yachting.New in the sector of international promotion, there will be an institutional stand dedicated to the United States, a result of a collaboration agreement with The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA).  In the stand, along with American companies, also the Barcelona Boat Show and the Spanish nautical sector will be promoted.When it comes to the themed areas of the show, the updated Village merits a special mention. This year a new concept of space has been created to host fashion shows, tasting of gourmet products, exhibition of Art & Design etc. It will also contain a restaurant and a chill out area with maritime ambience, where the visitors can relax during their visit to the show.

The Barcelona Boat Show will take place from 15th to 19th of October in Port Vell

The Barcelona Boat Show will take place from 15th to 19th of October in Port Vell, an edition the organizers expect to generate opportunities for the exhibitors as the market is picking up, according to the information from Fira de Barcelona, the organizer of this annual event.

The general secretary of the Spanish Nautical Trade Association (ANEN), Carlos Sanlorenzo, emphasized that the show will take place for the first time in six years in a positive market situation.

"Even if the domestic demand is still far from the levels before the crisis, we expect that the proposals the show is preparing, specially with the foreign buyers in mind, give business opportunities to the exhibiting companies", declared Sanlorenzo.

An installation to generate surfing waves stands out among the novelties this year in Port Vell, as well as an official stand of United States, thanks to a collaboration agreement with The National Marine Manufacturers Association.

Read the complete article in Europa Press.

The successful Palma Boat Show holds on to the new version

The 31st edition of the Palma Boat Show which took place from 30th of April to 4th of May on the premises of Moll Vell, attracted 32.000 visitors to the stands of 158 exhibitors and a largest concentration of brokers in the Mediterranean. With an increase of the stands by 20,8% and 75% of moorings compared to the previous edition, the president of the Nautical Trade Association of the Balearic Islands (AENIB), Margarita Dahlberg, made an assessment of the event as "positive, with lots of visitors. The majority of the exhibitors are content, it was very advantageous". In other words, the event has become a reference within the recreational nautical market. In only two years, the show has re-established itself.

This new version, to a great degree based on the project  presented last year by AENIB through the Organizing Committee, evidenced that "there is excitement and hope for the future" according to the president, who explained that when you organize an event like this "you are pretty sure it is going to be successful". Dahlberg wanted to emphasize the remarkable effort by the associates to make the Boat Show beneficial for the sector. This commitment can be seen in the increase of the participation of the AENIB members, from 11 to 21, compared to last year, and in the loyalty of companies like Ferdinautic, Enaval or Nova Náutica.

Flat rate of 50 € to use the ramps in the Balearics

The director general of the ports and airports, Antonio Deudero, presented at the 31st Palma Boat Show the new annual access card to the 15 launching ramps in the 13 ports managed by the Balearic Ports (Ports IB). Aimed at the owners of small craft which is not moored but transported on a trailer, this card has an annual cost of 50 € and allows an unlimited use of the launching ramps managed by Ports IB in the Balearic Islands.

According to the director general, "this card extends the nautical services to general use for the residents, so that everybody can enjoy activities at sea. It is an accessible, economical and reliable service".

With a reference to the destination of the income collected with the cards, Deudero assured that it will be used to cover the costs of the service, "to control the ramps in order maintain them in good condition".

In the presentation participated also the general manager of Ports IB, David Gómez, and the treasurer  of the Nautical Trade Association in the Balearic Islands (AENIB), Maritina  Campins, representing the private sector.

Those interested in obtaining the card, can download the application form on the website of Ports IB, www.portsib.es.

Article by Panorama Náutico.

A successful edition of the Palma International Boat Show draws to an end

The 31st edition of the Palma International Boat Show, which closes its gates today after 5 days of exhibition in the Moll Vell area of the Balearic capital, has been an all around success, both when it comes to the number of exhibitors and moorings, which have increased by 20 and 75% respectively compared to last year, as well as to the number and type of visitors, level of satisfaction by the exhibitors and business volume.

The show received around 32.000 visitors, increasing from last years figures, while the invited guests are still to be counted. The public holiday on the first of May was the busiest day, second busiest being the closing Sunday.

The director of the event, Chema Sans, assured that "the show has been more noticeable than ever in the city, but looking further than the figures, more importantly the visitor profile has been that of a yachting enthusiast, a potential buyer, while last year people came mainly to stroll around".

According to the information collected by the organization, this has resulted in increased business volume, not only when it comes to boats but also equipment and accessories. In fact, the complementary services benefited from the direct sales at the show, something that hasn´t happened for a long time.

On the other hand, more than 90% of the exhibitors are planning to return next year, in fact many of the larger companies have already reserved space. Out of those 90% more than half have requested more exhibition space, specially on the floating exhibition, which signifies a high level of satisfaction. 

Marina Estrella on the center stage at the Palma Boat Show

*Press release by Marina Estrella

Marina Estrella, one of the leading yacht distributors and brokerages of the sector in Spain, will play a prominent role at the Palma Boat Show, with a wide range of their brands in exhibition. The XXXI edition of the show, which will take place from 30th of April to 4th of May in the renovated premises of Moll Vell, will be one of the best in recent times with almost all exposition area already taken up.

The line up on the stand of Marina Estrella, located in the new area of pontoon 2, will include a number of the latest models of the brands the company distributes in Spain and Portugal, amongst them the award winning Azimut Atlantis 34 and Azimut Yacht 55S and another of the range Azimut Grande, the model 116. The German builder Hanse  is represented with three models: the 445, 505 and 575, along with an outstanding Moody DS54, a new Varianta 37, which will have its debut in Spain. The excellent American brand Cobalt will be represented by their model Cobalt 262.

During the show Marina Estrella will provide a magnificent opportunity to visit, to get to know in detail and to try out their vessels, specially the latest models of the represented brands. Information will be available also about the other divisions: Marina Estrella Charter, Marina Estrella Brokerage  and Marina Estrella Service, which have continued to extend their range and services during the winter in order to answer with the best solutions to the demand of their clients. The delegation of the company in Portals will be deeply involved in looking after the numerous visitors and clients expected after the successful show last year.

The charter division of Marina Estrella, which has available a fleet of more than 260 motor boats, sailing boats, superyachts and catamarans, has added new destinations and special offers, all accessible through our website: www.marinaestrellacharter.com. The brokerage division has also extended its portfolio of motor, sailing and superyachts, as well as its online marketing platforms. When it comes to the service division, the packet selections for maintenance have been reinforced with practical and imaginative solutions, which also help to reduce the costs.

The Palma Boat Show confirms its potential for growth by increasing the number of stands by 20,8%

A total of 40 out of the 158 exhibitors at this year´s show participate for the first time. The event, which takes place from 30th of April to 4th of May in Moll Vell, will host the largest concentration of brokers in the Mediterranean.

The Palma International Boat Show confirms its vitality and potential for growth in its 31st edition. The show, which takes place from 30th of April until 4th of May in the renovated premises of Moll Vell will host a total of 158 exhibitors, which is 20,8% more tan last year. This means two consecutive years of growth, as the event showed a 25% increase of exhibitors in 2013.

The strength and attraction of the nautical show is also reflected in the number of companies that participate for the first time in the show. Out of the 158 exhibitors that participate in the show, a total of 40 (25,31%) makes a debut in the show. When it comes to the origin of these companies, 50% are local  (20), while the other 50% are from elsewhere in Spain (13) or from abroad (7).

The area for superyachts and brokers has an increased prominence with 19 exhibitors, a double compared to last year, which makes this show the largest concentration of brokers in the Mediterranean and the floating exhibition reunites around 75 vessels from 25 to 70 m of length, with an emphasis on the sailing yachts. The most representative of this category is the ketch “Thalia” of 50 m of length, built by Vitters in Holland in 1994, and represented in this show by Ventura Yachts.

Along the large superyachts, the exhibition at the show is characterized by the predominance of vessels of the average size of 45 to 52 feet.

The Palma Boat Show confirms its potential for growth by increasing the number of stands by 20,8%

A total of 40 out of the 158 exhibitors at this year´s show participate for the first time. The event, which takes place from 30th of April to 4th of May in Moll Vell, will host the largest concentration of brokers in the Mediterranean.

The Palma International Boat Show confirms its vitality and potential for growth in its 31st edition. The show, which takes place from 30th of April until 4th of May in the renovated premises of Moll Vell will host a total of 158 exhibitors, which is 20,8% more tan last year. This means two consecutive years of growth, as the event showed a 25% increase of exhibitors in 2013.

The strength and attraction of the nautical show is also reflected in the number of companies that participate for the first time in the show. Out of the 158 exhibitors that participate in the show, a total of 40 (25,31%) makes a debut in the show. When it comes to the origin of these companies, 50% are local  (20), while the other 50% are from elsewhere in Spain (13) or from abroad (7).

The area for superyachts and brokers has an increased prominence with 19 exhibitors, a double compared to last year, which makes this show the largest concentration of brokers in the Mediterranean and the floating exhibition reunites around 75 vessels from 25 to 70 m of length, with an emphasis on the sailing yachts. The most representative of this category is the ketch “Thalia” of 50 m of length, built by Vitters in Holland in 1994, and represented in this show by Ventura Yachts.

Along the large superyachts, the exhibition at the show is characterized by the predominance of vessels of the average size of 45 to 52 feet.

The Palma International Boat Show promotes gastronomic variety at the second edition of TapaMar

The second edition of TapaMar expands to 18 stands during the Palma International Boat Show, with an addition of separate space for Marc Fosh Cuisine in the superyacht area, and a cocktail terrace.

According to a press release by the organization, the Palma International Boat Show will take both a qualitative and a quantitative leap forward when it comes to the gastronomic and leisure offer at this year´s edition from 30th of April to 4th of May, with the extension of the seafood show TapaMar and the creation of two new spaces: Fosh Food Catering, an area reserved for the culinary art of the prestigious chef Marc Fosh in the superyacht section, and the Princess Yacht Terrace, an exclusive beach club which will be situated in the Muelle de la Lonja.

Director of the Palma Boat Show, Chema Sans, explained that the increased emphasis on gastronomy is for the purpose of "extending the leisure offer of the city to the boat show" and pointed out that "we searched for quality partners from the local business sector to help promote the cuisine of the island".

Seafood will have a prominent role in TapaMar. The event, organized by CAEB and Pimem Restauration will extend the number of stands from 12 to 18 this year, and will offer a wide selection of tapas and seafood dishes to sample from.

With a reference to TapaMar, the president of Pimem Restauration, Alfonso Rodriguez emphasized the importance of supporting the Boat Show because "we are dealing with an event that is very important both for Palma and for our sector as it creates a great volume of business".

Apart from getting bigger, Tapamar will also have independent opening hours from the Boat Show, staying open until 00.00 hrs every night.

From: http://www.20minutos.es/noticia/2099466/0/#xtor=AD-15&xts=467263#xtor=AD-15&xts=467263