About this expo
METSTRADE is positioned as the world's foremost platform for professionals within the leisure marine equipment industry. It stands as the largest global trade exhibition dedicated to marine equipment, materials, and systems, comprehensively serving all segments of the leisure marine sector. The event takes place from 17 - 19 November 2026 at the RAI Amsterdam in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
This exhibition attracts a broad spectrum of leisure marine professionals, including industry representatives, decision-makers, executives, specialized segments, regulatory authorities, and sourcing managers. Exhibitors showcase products across diverse categories such as Deck Equipment; Electronic & Electrical Systems; Manufacturing, Support Products & Materials; Navigation & Communication; Onboard Facilities, Comfort & Entertainment; Personal Equipment; Propulsion & Dynamics; and Safety & Security Aboard.
A key concurrent event is the DAME Design Awards, which highlights marine design excellence and recognizes the best-designed products at METSTRADE. The DAME Design Awards Overall Winner will be announced during METSTRADE's Official Opening on Tuesday, 17 November 2026, with all nominated products displayed in Hall 13.
Highlights
5 items- UFI Approved Event
- Held at RAI - Exhibition and Congress Centre, Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Features the DAME Design Awards
- Open exclusively to professionals
- World's largest trade exhibition for marine equipment, materials, and systems
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does METSTRADE take place?+
METSTRADE is scheduled from 17 - 19 November 2026 at the RAI Amsterdam in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Who organizes METSTRADE?+
METSTRADE is organized by RAI Amsterdam BV.
What industries and products are covered at METSTRADE?+
The event focuses on the leisure marine equipment industry, encompassing marine equipment, materials, and systems. Core exhibit sectors include Deck Equipment, Electronic & Electrical Systems, Manufacturing, Support Products & Materials, Navigation & Communication, Onboard Facilities, Comfort & Entertainment, Personal Equipment, Propulsion & Dynamics, and Safety & Security Aboard.
How can I participate or exhibit at METSTRADE?+
METSTRADE is open to professionals. Exhibitors interested in the DAME Design Awards can submit entries via an online entry portal. Further details for DAME Design Awards entry are available at damedesignawards.com.
What are the key deadlines for DAME Design Awards participation?+
Exhibitors can submit entries for the DAME Design Awards via an online entry portal until 18 September 2026. Accepted products must arrive in Amsterdam no later than 5 October 2026.