CONFINDUSTRIA NAUTICA is the ITALIAN MARINE INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION, representing the entire recreational boating sector in Italy: boat, marine engine and equipment  manufacturers; dealers and marine services;  marinas and boating tourism businesses. Founded in 1967, it is a member of CONFINDUSTRIA,  the Italian trade association representing  manufacturing and service companies.

 CONFINDUSTRIA NAUTICA acts as an institutional  voice for the marine industry in dialogue with social,  political and governmental forces. It operates for  the growth of the boating sector through legislative proposal, collecting and processing market data, promoting marine culture and encouraging the development of boating tourism.

 On the international stage, CONFINDUSTRIA NAUTICA plays an active role in the governing bodies of ICOMIA and EBI, the global and European marine industry federations. It also organizes delegations of Italian businesses which take part in  industry-leading shows and events worldwide.

 In line with its own purposes to promote the boating industry, CONFINDUSTRIA NAUTICA is the organizer and producer of SALONE NAUTICO, the Genoa International Boat Show, world-leading event and global showcase for Made in Italy excellence.