

AME Attends the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
Big thanks to everyone who stopped to chat, reconnect, and snap a photo with us. We’re so grateful for all the connections, old and new, and can’t wait to see you next year FLIBS!
Here are some notable show stats!:
- Size: FLIBS is the world's largest in-water boat show, spanning nearly 3 million sq ft across seven locations.
- Attendees: FLIBS attracts over 100,000 attendees.
- Exhibitors: FLIBS features over 1,000 exhibiting brands.
- Boats: FLIBS displays over 1,300 boats.
- Economic impact: FLIBS has a significant economic impact on the region, generating billions of dollars in economic output:
- 2021: The 62nd annual show generated $1.79 billion in economic output, with $899 million in direct sales.
- 2024: The 2024 show is expected to have a similar economic impact.
Our very own Christine Battles was honored to be asked to judge the Marine Research Hub's 2nd Annual Innovation & Sustainability Awards at FLIBS!
See a recap below!