Shaping the future of recreational boating — together.
ICOMIA unites national marine associations and industry leaders across global continents, driving sustainable growth, safer waters and a shared voice for the global recreational boating community.
A global network of national marine associations.
ICOMIA members represent the recreational marine industry across six continents — national associations and organisations working together on advocacy, standards, sustainability and shared industry insight.
Representing, shaping and connecting the global marine industry
From international regulation to market intelligence and world-class events, ICOMIA delivers value that no single organisation could achieve alone.
Global advocacy and representation
Your industry deserves a voice on the international stage. ICOMIA represents recreational marine at the IMO and other influential global bodies.
- International representation on key regulatory and policy issues.
- Early insight into global legislation and regulatory developments.
- Contribute through specialist committees and working groups.
- A stronger collective voice alongside leading marine associations.
Shape the future of recreational boating
Members don’t simply respond to change — they help create it, collaborating on the issues that will define the future of boating.
Access exclusive industry intelligence
Make informed decisions with trusted global data, research and technical resources.
- Global boating statistics and economic analysis.
- Industry research and trend reports.
- Regulatory briefings and technical guidance.
- Sustainability and environmental compliance resources.
- Technical publications and international standards.
Connect with the global marine community
Meetings, committees, webinars and international events build relationships that lead to collaboration and long-term partnerships.
Events & networking
World-class events that convene the industry and bring together leaders from across the recreational marine sector.
ICOMIA / IFBSO Congress
The global gathering of national associations and industry leaders.
World Marinas Conference
A dedicated forum for the international marina sector.
Specialist committee meetings
Technical and policy discussions across ICOMIA’s working groups.
Workshops & industry forums
Exchange ideas, discover trends and meet decision-makers worldwide.
Member resources
Practical tools that help associations and organisations support their own members more effectively. Depending on membership type, benefits may include:
- Technical guidance and industry publications.
- Regulatory reference resources.
- Market reports and statistical analysis.
- Sustainability frameworks.
- Best practice guidance.
- Standardised contracts for sectors such as superyacht refit.
- International collaboration opportunities.
Join the global voice of recreational boating
ICOMIA membership connects national associations, manufacturers, marinas and specialist organisations to international representation, intelligence and industry-wide collaboration.
National associations
National marine industry associations representing their country’s recreational boating sector on the world stage.
Companies & organisations
Boat builders, manufacturers, marina operators and superyacht organisations working across international markets.
Affiliates & partners
Specialist bodies, technical experts and strategic partners supporting ICOMIA’s global programmes.
What membership delivers
Every membership type shares the same foundation: influence, insight and access to the world’s leading marine network.
- Representation at the IMO and global regulatory bodies.
- Early insight into legislation and policy change.
- Exclusive market statistics and economic analysis.
- Technical standards, guidance and publications.
- Sustainability and decarbonisation resources.
- Access to committees and specialist working groups.
- Congress, conferences and international events.
- Introductions across a worldwide marine network.
The latest from the global marine industry
News and updates from ICOMIA, our members, member associations and the wider world of recreational boating. This slider refreshes automatically every time a new story is published.
Industry intelligence, ready when you are
Market statistics, technical guidance, sustainability frameworks and standardised contracts — developed by ICOMIA and its committees for the global recreational marine industry.
Market reports & statistics
The Recreational Boating Industry Statistics Book and market analysis covering production, trade and fleet data worldwide.
Technical & regulatory
Standards references, technical guides and regulatory resources to help members navigate international requirements.
Contracts & frameworks
Standardised contracts for specialist sectors such as superyacht refit, plus sustainability and best-practice frameworks.
Browse the ICOMIA shop
Purchase publications and reports directly, with preferential member pricing across the catalogue.
- Recreational boating industry statistics.
- Technical guidance and industry publications.
- Sustainability and decarbonisation reports.
- Superyacht refit standardised contracts.
- Marina and boatyard best practice guides.
- Member pricing on the full catalogue.
The ICOMIA Podcast — where the industry’s most important conversations take place
Hosted by Ben Taylor, the ICOMIA video podcast profiles members, industry stakeholders and leaders, and highlights the trends and innovations shaping the global leisure marine industry. This player refreshes automatically each time a new video is published to the ICOMIA channel.
Where the global marine industry comes together
Flagship congresses, conferences and networking moments that bring national associations, manufacturers and marine leaders face to face.
Washington D.C. · May 24–28, 2026
ICOMIA & IFBSO Congress 2026
The industry’s annual gathering of national marine associations, boat show organisers and global leaders shaping the future of recreational boating.
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Shanghai · China · 2027
ICOMIA World Marinas Conference 2027
The world’s leading marina industry event, connecting operators, designers and investors around sustainable marina development.
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