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    Dates

    11–13 Nov 2026

    City / country

    Amsterdam, Netherlands

    Venue

    EXPO Greater Amsterdam

    Time

    9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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    Notable exhibitors

    Companies exhibiting at International Charter Expo 2026 include 12 Knots, 123 Yachtcharter, 1a Yachtcharter, 1uk.com and 2M YACHT.

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    • 123 Yachtcharter
    • 1a Yachtcharter
    • 1uk.com
    • 2M YACHT

    Event overview

    Overview

    International Charter Expo (ICE) is the world's only B2B yacht charter expo, where charter companies meet charter brokers and travel agents.

    The event brings together over 600 yacht charter companies for three days of back-to-back meetings, allowing participants to expand their charter offers with new fleets and destinations.

    TL;DR

    1. 1600+ yacht charter companies participating.
    2. 23 days of B2B meetings in Amsterdam.
    3. 3No yachts on display, focus on networking.
    4. 4Pre-arranged meetings via Handshake app.
    5. 5Ideal for charter brokers and travel agents.

    Why visit

    Attendees will benefit from networking with industry leaders, discovering new charter options, and participating in pre-arranged meetings that can lead to valuable partnerships. The event is designed to foster connections that can enhance business growth in the yacht charter sector. International Charter Expo (ICE) is the world's only B2B yacht charter expo, where charter companies meet charter brokers and travel agents. The event brings together over 600 yacht charter.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibiting at ICE provides charter companies with direct access to decision-makers, allowing them to showcase their fleets and services to a targeted audience. This focused environment is ideal for building relationships and securing bookings. ICE is crucial for the yacht charter industry as it facilitates direct connections between charter companies and brokers, enhancing business opportunities and partnerships. The event's unique format allows for focused discussions that.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Charter brokers managing multiple fleets
    Travel agents specializing in yacht holidays
    Central agencies looking to expand their networks
    Fleet operators seeking new partnerships
    Suppliers providing services to the charter industry
    Investors interested in the yacht charter market

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Yacht charter companies with diverse fleets
    Central agencies representing multiple yachts
    Suppliers of yacht-related services and products
    Technology providers for charter management
    Marketing agencies focused on yacht charters
    Insurance providers for charter businesses

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Sailing yachts for leisure charters
    Catamarans for family vacations
    Luxury motor yachts for high-end clients
    Gulets for traditional sailing experiences
    Liveaboard options for extended trips
    Charter management software solutions

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Halls & areas

    1
    Main Exhibition Hall

    EXPO Greater Amsterdam

    Stelling 1, 2141 SB Vijfhuizen, Netherlands

    Entrances & gates

    Main Entrance

    Main Exhibition Hall

    Facilities

    Food options

    Cafeteria

    On-site dining

    Parking: On-site parking available, fees may apply.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Trade-only

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    9:00 AM –6:00 PM

    • Visitor Pass

      Valid for up to 5 visitors.

      €1,000.00
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    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    YACHTMASTER GROUP

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    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Current edition

    2026

    Forecast — not final

    Visitor countries

    57

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    Prior-edition figures sourced from post-show reporting for 2025; confirm against organiser press release when available. International Charter Expo (ICE) is the world's only B2B yacht charter expo, where charter companies meet charter brokers and travel agents. The event brings together over 600 yacht charter companies for three days of back-to-back meetings, allowing participants to expand their charter offers with new fleets and destinations. ICE is crucial for the yacht charter industry as.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Charter brokers managing multiple fleets, Travel agents specializing in yacht holidays, Central agencies looking to expand their networks, Fleet operators seeking new partnerships. 600+ yacht charter companies participating. 3 days of B2B meetings in Amsterdam. No yachts on display, focus on networking. Pre-arranged meetings via Handshake app. International Charter Expo 2026 attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibiting at ICE provides charter companies with direct access to decision-makers, allowing them to showcase their fleets and services to a targeted audience. This focused environment is ideal for building relationships and securing bookings. ICE is crucial for the yacht charter industry as it facilitates direct connections between charter companies and brokers, enhancing business opportunities and partnerships. The event's unique format allows for focused discussions that.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Europe — Netherlands / Benelux North Sea maritime and superyacht cluster (Amsterdam–Vijfhuizen, Greater Amsterdam area)

    Why it matters

    The Netherlands is one of Europe's densest yacht-building, refit and charter clusters, and Amsterdam combines that industrial base with Schiphol's long-haul connectivity. For a one-day B2B format, the venue at Vijfhuizen puts charter operators, central agents, brokers, refit yards and marine equipment suppliers in a single hall within roughly 15 minutes of a major international airport — an unusually efficient trip for European and long-haul buyers deciding where to allocate limited travel budgets.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Charter demand stays resilient while order books grow

    02

    Fuel efficiency, hybrid propulsion and emissions reporting

    03

    Refit and repair capacity in the Netherlands

    04

    Crew shortage and professionalisation

    05

    Digitalisation of charter booking and dynamic pricing

    European and global yacht-charter trade circuit

    6–12 months ahead. The circuit runs Cannes/Monaco (September) → Amsterdam METSTRADE and ICE (November) → boot Düsseldorf (January) → Dubai and Palma (spring) → Fort Lauderdale (late October/November).

    Yacht charter and brokerage professionals typically plan two to four events per year, clustered around the Mediterranean show season, the Dutch and German winter trade fairs, and the Caribbean/Florida winter window. Amsterdam in November sits at the natural junction between the autumn shows and the January buying season.

    European autumn trade window

    Cannes and Monaco anchor the on-water season; METSTRADE and International Charter Expo close the year in Amsterdam, often within days of each other — plan hotel bookings early as the city fills.

    Winter buying window

    boot Düsseldorf and Dubai International Boat Show set the commercial tone for the coming charter season; decisions taken at the November Amsterdam events often convert to contracts in this period.

    Peer events listed from public industry calendars; confirm exact dates and venues on each organiser's site. If you are travelling to Amsterdam in November, check whether METSTRADE (RAI) falls in the same week and combine the two trips.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    AMS

    Amsterdam Schiphol

    Schiphol train to Amsterdam Zuid is often faster than road.

    to venue

    20–30 min

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    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Budget
    Hoofddorp / Badhoevedorp (5–12 km from the venue, near Schiphol)

    USD 85–140 / night

    Airport-belt budget chains; free or low-cost parking and easy road access to Vijfhuizen. Book early — November overlaps with METSTRADE week in Amsterdam.

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    Mid-range
    Hoofddorp / Schiphol-Rijk / Amsterdam West

    USD 150–230 / night

    Best balance of airport and venue access with meeting facilities, breakfast and parking; typical pick for exhibitor teams.

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    Premium
    Schiphol terminal / Amsterdam city centre (canal ring)

    USD 260–420 / night

    Choose Schiphol for a 15–25 min venue transfer, or the city centre for evening entertaining — allow 45–60 min door-to-door on event morning.

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    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 40–60 (metered taxi, ~15–25 min); EUR 30–50 rideshare (Uber/Bolt)
    Best forAmsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to EXPO Greater Amsterdam

    Shortest airport–venue leg; taxis rank at Schiphol Plaza arrivals. Confirm return availability in the evening or pre-book.

    public_transit

    Estimated costEUR 3.50–7 single (OV-chipkaart or contactless bank card)
    Best forSchiphol Plaza / Hoofddorp station → Vijfhuizen (regional R-NET bus) → short walk or local taxi to the venue

    Buses run roughly every 15–30 min in the daytime and thin out in the evening; check the current line and stop for Vijfhuizen on the venue or Connexxion/NS journey planner before travelling.

    train

    Estimated costEUR 6–10 rail (2nd class) plus EUR 4–10 onward transfer
    Best forAmsterdam Centraal → Schiphol Airport (NS Intercity) + onward bus/taxi to Vijfhuizen

    Amsterdam Centraal–Schiphol takes about 15–20 min; total city-centre door-to-door to the venue is roughly 50–70 min.

    ride_hail

    Estimated costEUR 15–30 per trip (typical rideshare estimate)
    Best forHoofddorp/Schiphol hotels → venue

    Uber and Bolt are both active in the Schiphol/Hoofddorp area; surge pricing is common at show open and close. Confirm local availability in the app on arrival day.

    car_rental

    Estimated costEUR 45–90 per day plus fuel and parking
    Best forSelf-drive from Schiphol to EXPO Greater Amsterdam (A9/N205 corridor)

    Practical if you are combining the expo with client visits across the Randstad. On-site parking is available at the venue; confirm daily rates and hall access.

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: accepted
    TypeWho needs itFeeProcessing
    Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)Nationals of countries without a Schengen visa-waiver agreement (e.g. India, China, Türkiye, South Africa, most of Africa and much of Asia) travelling to the Netherlands for the expo.$100.0015 calendar days from a complete application; up to 45 days in individual cases
    Visa-free entry (90 days in any 180)US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, UAE, Brazil and other Schengen visa-exempt nationals attending as visitors, buyers or exhibitors.Not yet confirmedN/A — no application required for short business visits
    ETIAS pre-travel authorisation (once in force)Visa-exempt nationals, when the EU's ETIAS system goes live.$22.00Usually minutes online, but allow several days

    Most EU/EEA, UK, US, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand, Japanese, South Korean, Singaporean, UAE and Brazilian passport holders can enter the Netherlands visa-free for short business visits (90/180 days). Always verify your nationality against the current Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs list before booking.

    The Netherlands applies the ATA Convention, so a Carnet ATA can be used for temporary admission of exhibition stand fittings, professional equipment and samples. Itemise brokerage display items and any boat/yacht equipment precisely and have the carnet stamped on arrival and departure.

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    Weather

    November in Amsterdam is cool, grey and breezy: typical daytime highs of 8–11 °C falling to 3–5 °C at night, with rain on roughly half the days (~80–90 mm across the month) and occasional strong North Sea wind. Plan waterproof outerwear, an umbrella and buffer time for transfers between parking, halls and city hotels.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Netherlands.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Tipping & payment

    Service is included in Dutch bills; rounding up or leaving 5–10% for good restaurant service is appreciated but never expected. Contactless cards are accepted almost everywhere, so cash is rarely needed.

    Business etiquette

    Dutch business culture is direct, informal and punctual. Arrive on time, keep small talk brief and come with a clear agenda; first names are normal even in a first meeting, and written follow-ups are expected.

    Dress & show-day practicality

    Smart-casual business dress is the norm at Dutch maritime and charter trade events. Pack a waterproof jacket and comfortable shoes for the November weather and the walk between EXPO Greater Amsterdam halls and the car park.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: AMS

    Book flights to AMS (Vijfhuizen) when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue.

    Visa

    Netherlands is in the Schengen area. Most EU/EEA, UK, US, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand, Japanese, South Korean, Singaporean, UAE and Brazilian passport holders can attend visa-free for short business visits (up to 90 days in any 180). Nationals of non-exempt countries need a Schengen short-stay visa (Type C): EUR 90 for adults, EUR 45 for children 6–12, free under 6, typically decided within 15 calendar days — apply 4–6 weeks ahead with travel insurance (min. EUR 30,000 cover) and accommodation proof. On-arrival visas are not available. Verify your nationality on the official Dutch visa portal before booking flights.

    Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

    Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

    Apply at the Netherlands representation covering your country of residence, ideally 4–6 weeks before travel. EUR 45 for children aged 6–12 and free under 6. Requires travel insurance with at least EUR 30,000 cover, accommodation proof and travel bookings. Business visitors may attend the fair and negotiate but not take up employment. Maximum 90 days in any 180-day period. On-arrival visas are not

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    Hotels

    Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

    Areas to stay

    Hoofddorp / Badhoevedorp (5–12 km from the venue, near Schiphol) · Hoofddorp / Schiphol-Rijk / Amsterdam West · Schiphol terminal / Amsterdam city centre (canal ring)

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    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Schiphol (AMS) to RAI: direct train ~10 min to Amsterdam RAI station (3-min walk to halls).

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near EXPO Greater Amsterdam: Hoofddorp / Badhoevedorp (5–12 km from the venue, near Schiphol): Bastion Hotel Schiphol Hoofddorp, ibis budget Amsterdam Airport (Badhoevedorp), Bastion Hotel Haarlem Velsen; Hoofddorp / Schiphol-Rijk / Amsterdam West: Courtyard by Marriott Amsterdam Airport (Hoofddorp), Novotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (Hoofddorp), Van der Valk Hotel Schiphol; Schiphol terminal / Amsterdam city centre (canal ring): Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Sheraton Amste

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Vijfhuizen; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Metro 52 and tram 4 stop at Europaplein; Amsterdam RAI train station serves domestic and international rail.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at EXPO Greater Amsterdam; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: November 2026

    Temperature: 8–11 °C daytime highs, 3–5 °C overnight (monthly mean around 6–7 °C)

    Seasonality: November is one of Amsterdam's wettest and windiest months: rain on roughly half the days and about 80–90 mm for the month, short daylight (around 8.5 hours) and brisk North Sea winds. Pack layers, a waterproof shell and an umbrella.

    Packing: November is one of Amsterdam's wettest and windiest months: rain on roughly half the days and about 80–90 mm for the month, short daylight (around 8.5 hours) and brisk North Sea winds. Pack layers, a waterproof shell and an umbrella.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day for qualified buyer meetings: Wednesday 11 November 2026 — the edition's single show day

    International Charter Expo 2026 runs as a one-day B2B gathering on 11 November 2026 at EXPO Greater Amsterdam, so there is no multi-day trade-off: attend the whole day. Arrive before opening for registration queue and floor orientation, target pre-booked 1:1s between late morning and early afternoon when meeting traffic peaks, and stay for the closing networking block. If a full day is not possible, the highest-density window is roughly 09:30–15:00, when both the exhibition halls and the conference stage are running.

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    Networking spots

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    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

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    visitor · Visitor Pass

    EUR 1000 / per person

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    visitor · Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)

    USD 100 / per application

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    visitor · ETIAS pre-travel authorisation (once in force)

    USD 22 / per application

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    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Use this quick check to decide whether International Charter Expo 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.

    QUESTION 1 OF 6

    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    Your category aligns with charter, brokerage, refit or marine equipment and you can fill the day with pre-booked meetings.

    Best for

    Buyers, charter agents and delegates evaluating the programme, fleet offering and networking value.

    Min. budget

    $1,700.00

    Timeline

    4–8 weeks before 11 November 2026 for ticket purchase, hotel booking and any Schengen visa application.

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Visitor pass is EUR 1,000 and covers up to 5 visitors, so a small team can share the ticket; solo attendance is comparatively expensive.

    Session schedule not yet published — confirm the programme before booking travel.

    exhibit

    You have a concrete lead-generation or fleet-launch goal and named prospects attending on 11 November.

    Best for

    Charter operators, brokers, refit yards and suppliers seeking qualified meetings with the European charter audience.

    Min. budget

    $5,100.00

    Timeline

    3–6 months for stand booking, freight, crew travel and pre-show marketing.

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Stand and booth pricing is not published in captured sources — request the exhibitor manual or rate card from YACHTMASTER GROUP.

    A single show day compresses lead-capture time; pre-booked meetings are essential to justify the cost.

    skip

    Charter and superyacht brokerage is not a core market for you, or a one-day Amsterdam trip cannot be justified by pipeline — consider METSTRADE in the same city instead.

    Best for

    Teams whose category, region or commercial fit is weak in this edition.

    Min. budget

    Not yet confirmed

    Timeline

    N/A

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

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