Bosphorus Boat Show Ataköy 2025: the biggest boat show on water in Turkey opens

After the success of previous editions, the Bosphorus Boat Show Ataköy is returning to the international boating scene with its fourth edition, running from 25 October to 2 November. The biggest boat show on water in Turkey is hosted in the prestigious Ataköy Marina in Istanbul.

Organised by ED Fair Organization, with the support of the Association for the Boating Industry and Shipbuilding (YATED) and main sponsor, GİSBİR, the event, for which Daily Nautica is an official media sponsor, has now become a full-fledged event in the international calendar for the most important shows in the industry.

An important event for the international boating market

With over 300 vessels on display and more than 500 brands represented by 200 businesses, the Bosphorus Boat Show Ataköy 2025 has become an unmissable event for professionals, operators, enthusiasts and investors in the maritime segment. “The Bosphorus Boat Show will provide visitors with an unforgettable experience – explains Dilek Soydan, co-founder of ED Fair Organization – through the vast range of vessels for every need, taste, and budget. This great event will provide the boating industry with a new perspective.”

The event will be a complete showcase: with luxury yachts over 50 metres to new models, through tot he latest in new boating accessories and water toys.

A platform for development and global networking

One of the key elements to the success of the Bosphorus Boat Show is its location. Indeed, the Ataköy Marina, located in the heart of Istanbul, is a singular context for the hosting of an event of this size. “With Istanbul’s international fame and its incomparable panorama – notes Soydan – the Ataköy Marina is the perfect host for our event. Istanbul is a city that is of global interest with its historic and modern architecture. The show, located in this magnificent place, will provide unique opportunities for all industry professionals and enthusiasts.”

The Turkish show will also be a catalyst for new international relationships, business partnerships, and sales opportunities. Its now consolidated role, is as accelerator for the entire Turkish and international boating compartment. “The Bosphorus Boat Show – says Soydan – will accelerate the growth of the boating industry, reinforce its global position and reach an equivalent level of competitiveness to the large boat shows around the world. This organization will create important opportunities, not just locally, but also in international markets.”

This enthusiasm is also shared by Emel Yılmaz, co-founder of ED Fair Organization, who highlights the strategic scope of this event. “This year – says Yılmaz – we will bring together important players in the maritime sector with exhibitors from around the world. The Bosphorus Boat Show will not only be a local event, but international as well, competing with some of the big names in the industry.”

Istanbul: crossroads of the past, future and boating innovation

The choice of Istanbul is no coincidence. Cultural and historical capital, a crossroads between Europe and Asia, Istanbul is now one of the most dynamic cities in the global boating panorama. “The Bosphorus Boat Show – concludes Yılmaz – will contribute tot he economic development of the region and will increase the prestige of Istanbul and Turkey in the maritime sector, in addition to providing participating companies with opportunities for global recognition and promoting industry innovation on a global scale.”

Daily Nautica, official media partners

Daily Nautica will be present at the Bosphorus Boat Show Ataköy 2025 as official media partners, to share with you the latest, the people, and businesses participating in the biggest boat show on water in Turkey.

by Ludovica Palì