11th International Breakfast Meeting

• Tuesday, 20 January 2026 – 08:00 to 11:00
• boot Düsseldorf – Room 14–15, Hall 1

The International Breakfast Meeting (IBM) is the annual flagship event at boot Düsseldorf, bringing together industry leaders, trade visitors and journalists to discuss the most relevant developments in the recreational boating sector. Each edition offers insights into market trends, regulatory changes, innovation and economic dynamics, while providing a unique platform for networking across the industry. Past editions have covered topics such as sustainable boating, the charter market, tourism recovery after COVID-19 and next-generation leadership.

The 11th International Breakfast Meeting will focus on future-proofing boat manufacturing in Europe, with a programme built around market intelligence, strategic discussion and external perspectives. The session will feature the EBI Economic Index 2026, delivering updated data, market trends and policy insights. A high-level lineup of CEOs will contribute to the discussion Erna Rusi (CEO, Saxdor Yachts), Fabio Planamente (Cantiere del Pardo; EBI Special Representative for the Large Yacht Sector) and Norbert Leifeld (CEO, Bavaria Yachts).