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Metstrade 2026 Gives Marine Startups a Dedicated Stage
5 October 2026 · 1 min read
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Yachting Ventures has announced the first exhibitors for two dedicated startup areas at Metstrade 2026, with Fort Insurance supporting the programme.
Metstrade 2026 will give emerging marine companies two dedicated exhibition areas through its partnership with Yachting Ventures. The first exhibitors have been announced ahead of the show at RAI Amsterdam from 17 to 19 November.
Two Routes into the Industry
Hall 5 will host the broader leisure marine startup area. Announced participants include Vital Lyfe, Sway, Northern Light, Tonjo, Kaiman Marine and Cadentia Technologies, alongside other emerging businesses.
A separate superyacht startup area in Hall 8 will feature Sea·it, Zeafarer, Massive Marine, The Galley Table, MAIT Tech and Leak Stop Gun.
The distinction gives exhibitors a setting aligned with either the wider marine market or the specific needs of the superyacht sector.
Beyond the Exhibition Stand
Fort Insurance has been confirmed as sponsor of both areas. Yachting Ventures will also host a Wednesday pitching competition followed by networking.
The programme is intended to connect young businesses with manufacturers, distributors, investors, shipyards and yacht managers, placing early-stage ideas in front of potential customers and partners.
Source: Marine Industry News
