Il Salone di Genova si chiude con oltre 138mila visitatori

The 66th International Naval Salon in Genoa concluded today with over 138,000 visitors, an 11.2% increase compared to last year's edition. Confindustria Nautica president Piero Formenti announced the result during the final day of the Genovese carnival. "Seeing how boat shows in Fort Lauderdale and Düsseldorf are going, our competitors, we can already say that this year we are the world's leading nautical salon.

Now we must maintain this leadership, which is the most difficult thing," Formenti added. The positive feedback came from operators across all sectors, from small-scale boating to yachts, where decisive contracts were finalized in Cannes and Montecarlo. This also confirms the strategic choice of our dates, as Genoa's event previously fell between Cannes and Montecarlo.

Excellent signals also come from the accessories and component sector. Looking ahead, for the 2027 edition set for September 30 to October 5, work will focus on integrating with the new waterfront structures of Levante, from Palasport to the tension structure area (removed this year), creating a unique visual continuity on the sea.

A significant commitment from Genoa's mayor Salis and the participating entities will also be made to maintain the infrastructure. The real breakthrough on the horizon will be the new dry dock designed by Renzo Piano as part of the new offshore dam, which will accommodate boats up to 100-120 meters, creating an unparalleled refitting and nautical offer hub in the world.

During the six-day event, over 4,600 tests at sea were carried out, 90 institutional and non-institutional debates were organized, and 215 innovations were showcased. "It was a great success," said Genoa's mayor Silvia Salis, "where everyone has played their part. Genoa has completely put itself at the service of the nautical salon, doing so by programming, for months, what has become a successful and well-organized event."

Genoa, the assessor for economic development of the Liguria Region Alessio Piana said, "this does not end today: the work will continue, not only in future editions but also in the important task of promoting our land and our excellence."