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18/07/2024
Caravanning and watersports – a good fit!
Caravanning is perfect for all those who enjoy spending their leisure time on the water, like flexibility and want to bring their own gear. At the 2024 CARAVAN SALON from 30 August to 8 September, you can find out about the latest trends and get inspired for your next adventure.
18/07/2024
Which boating licences do I need?
Are you dreaming of the perfect holiday, surrounded by water, wind and sun? A chartered yacht is an excellent way to enjoy the sea and breathtaking coastal scenery from the water. Find out here what you need to consider when chartering a yacht and which licences you need.
19/06/2024
MEU goes Caribbean - in the final stages
Young skipper Clara Weimer has been living on the water for almost a year now, having set sail in August 2023 under the project name “MEU goes Caribbean”. Accompanied by changing crews, she is currently sailing from Travemünde to the Caribbean and back on the youth yacht SY MEU of the Lübeck Yacht Club.
18/06/2024
The most beautiful destinations for SUP trips
Summer is here! Now it's high time to plan your next SUP trip and improve your balance, strength and stamina against a breathtakingly beautiful backdrop. Expert Lars Thierling from ‘Paddeln macht Spass‘ shared favourite 3 destinations with us. Have fun on your board!
27/05/2024
Full steam ahead for the ocean tribute Award 2025
The ocean tribute Award 2025 is starting at full speed. The application tool for the € 20,000 marine conservation prize is online and initiatives and associations can now register for the award, which will be presented at boot Düsseldorf on 20 January 2025.
10/04/2024
Grab your paddle and get out on the water!
With the arrival of spring the watersports season is officially open - the water is calling us! It's high time to enjoy nature to the fullest on a marvellous canoe or kayak tour and just unwind. But how do you get a practical introduction to paddle sports?
21/03/2024
Sails up for the new season: Tips from blue water expert Sönke Roever
The countdown is on - it won't be long before many boat owners are finally back on the water. But with the start of the season just around the corner, the first thing on every skipper’s to-do list is getting the boat and equipment ready.
Sönke Roever from BLAUWASSER.DE gives an insight into boat preparations for the season and shares his personal tips and tricks.
21/03/2024
The experts' recommendations
Full speed ahead into the season – but which regions are best suited for a watersports adventure in the spring? Our experts Tobias Friedrich, Michael Walther, Lars Thierling and Michael Amme give you their personal recommendations. So let’s get out on the water!
23/01/2024
ocean tribute award
The winner of the 'ocean tribute' award 2024
This year's "ocean tribute" award was presented to "ECOP Africa". The prize money of 20,000 euros is provided by the Prince Albert II Foundation and boot Düsseldorf. "ECOP AFRICA is committed to healthy oceans, for example through the repair and restoration of marine ecosystems. Congratulations!
20/12/2023
International Breakfast Meeting
boot Düsseldorf and the European Boating Industry will organize the ninth edition of the annual International Breakfast Meeting on January Tuesday 23rd.
Topic will be: New generation of leaders and new investment – a changing strategic direction for the industry?
20/12/2023
blue innovation dock
Each day live on stage and on our website. The blue innovation dock is the new platform that brings together visionaries, investors and politicians to make the industry fit for the future. Register for your exclusive ticket for each day to guarantee access to the stage and enjoy the variuos benefits.