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Here are just some of the brands and products to watch out for at the 36th edition of METSTRADE.


Must see products at the METSTRADE 2024

Next year, the third edition of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/208" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Technology Show 2024 - 4th edition">Superyacht Technology Show</a> is due to take place at the World Trade Centre in Barcelona. Bigger and better than ever, the event has tripled in size over the past year, having received major investment from Will Faimatea, Founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2965" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bond Technology Management (Company)">BOND TM</a>, the team is currently in the process of finalising some of the world class experiences visitors can expect to find. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/284425/image/large-b681d4e8959569fbb2f8182de33a7cc1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/284425">Unlike any other superyacht industry event, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/208" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Technology Show 2024 - 4th edition">Superyacht Technology Show</a> is a private event, hosted solely for superyacht industry professionals and targeted at ETOs, engineers, captains, owner’s representatives, interior designers, naval architects and senior shipyard staff.. Established to provide a platform for the most innovative minds in the technology sector to demonstrate their capabilities, the show represents an unusual opportunity for professionals to see the future of onboard tech first hand. With a low entrance fee to purchase day tickets to experience the day time activities, the event also presents an unequalled opportunity for new investors to uncover some of the brightest companies of the future through its Accelerator Program.While the team are keeping many of their cards close to their chest for the time being, we have taken a closer look at some of the coolest features that the upcoming show will present.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292999/image/large-953c891fc8da240bcfb78c396ec823ef.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292999">Immersive experiencesWith 200 exhibitors across three floors, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/208" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Technology Show 2024 - 4th edition">Superyacht Technology Show 2024</a> is determined to do things differently, and the organisers have partnered with a number of designers and suppliers to create some truly immersive experiences for the 2024 edition. With the goal to not only tell visitors about technology, these unique zones offer visitors the opportunity to truly experience the tech in a real life setting.Jack Robinson describes the cinematic experience, one of the many immersive displays at the event; “We have partnered with Thorsten Steinbrecher of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Qualtron (Company)">Qualtron</a> to create a real superyacht cinema at a cost of €500,000. Eight suppliers have come together to design and construct this custom cinema experience, from lighting, AV/IT to carpets and upholstery, each company has put its best products forward to offer visitors a truly immersive cinema experience.”With interior and exterior spaces, the cinema demonstrates the capabilities of technology and is set to arm visitors with the knowledge of how to create world-class cinematic experiences onboard yachts.&nbsp;Another of the immersive spaces at the show is the roof terrace, which has been designed to recreate a superyacht exterior deck. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Multiplex GmbH (Company)">Multiplex</a> has taken the lead on the terrace, and has brought together designers, fabric makers, AV/IT teams, and unique technologies such as the heaters from Dutch company Bromic which create heat bubbles. The concept is to show to the visitors what is possible; demonstrating the capabilities of hydrophobic textiles; offering live stream feeds from some of the world's most advanced cameras, and at the same time surrounding visitors with views of the ocean from the roof of the World Trade Centre. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/284424/image/large-dec161558c72636040e2b6be16b3fd5b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/284424">In addition, one of the leading global experts in sound technologies, Steinway Lyndorf, is taking over the ground floor restaurant, a glazed square building that sits at the entrance of the show, known as The Cube. The company will curate a unique sound experience, to demonstrate how sound and noise can be manipulated onboard yachts and how glazing can be used as a tool in sound design. Visitors will be invited to enter the space and experience the immersive exhibition, and speak to the team behind the technologies.You can see the full walkthrough of the show here:<iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BpYctlqzLX8?&amp;t=3s&amp;wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> Opportunities for Entrepreneurs&nbsp;For the first time, the show organisers will facilitate the opportunity for entrepreneurs to present their technologies to a number of ‘dragons’ – real life investors and highly successful entrepreneurs. Three dragons have already been announced, with a collective investment record of over €100 million in tech to date, and each of them will select 10 companies for a seven minute pitch in a private meeting room. The dragons are;Robert Arthur Robinson, CEO &amp; Founder – Above + Beyond / RAR MGMT. Robert is a startup entrepreneur who has scaled multiple companies globally from the ground up to become profitable multi-million turnover businesses. With a credible track record and broad knowledge in fundraising, luxury/lifestyle, hospitality and the tech sector, he previously held positions as MD of CharityStars &amp; AidCoin and VP of Leavy. Robert has raised over $60M for charitable initiatives through various funding mechanisms and currently operates as CEO &amp; Founder for Above + Beyond and RAR MGMT.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259993/image/large-374092eab1eb0763cb589d4b68d80542.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259993">Will Faimatea, Director and Founder – <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2965" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bond Technology Management (Company)">Bond Technology Management &amp; Consultancy</a>. Will is a yachting industry entrepreneur known for founding BondTM a consultancy firm specialising in yacht technology. He also founded Jetstream 15 years ago and won a worldwide patent for a streaming technology for yachts specifically.Will started in the industry as an ETO and saw a need for better technical solutions in yachting. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2965" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bond Technology Management (Company)">Bond TM</a> broke the tradition of choosing providers based on proximity and other factors and instead focused on offering the best options based on meritocracy. Faimatea has expanded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2965" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bond Technology Management (Company)">Bond</a> through strategic acquisitions while retaining the individuality of the acquired businesses.Robert Croucher, Founding Partner Hatton &amp; Berkeley. Robert has over 15 years’ experience of advising market leading media and telecoms companies, some highlights of his achievements over the last decade include that he has advised and overseen over two thousand online start-up UK company incorporations over the last 13 years. He has also structured UK Film Investments of over £40 million, pioneered SVOD platform development, design and build of white label products for rights holders.While the dragons make no commitment to investment, they are there to offer their mentorship and advice to the companies at the show and offer an invaluable opportunity for entrepreneurs to get first hand insight into the workings of the tech and superyacht sectors from individuals who are truly experts in their fields. Will Faimatea explains; “We are going to challenge their concepts, give them ideas about how they can better advance their business within the yachting sector.” Whether you are one of the 10 companies or not, the dragons will be at the show for both days, visiting the booths and talking to exhibitors, so everyone has the opportunity to speak with and learn from these inspirational individuals.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293008/image/large-f36b8fd4c943ab3299c53fa5cccb4953.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293008">Stand out technologies&nbsp;With the show designed around showcasing the very best of global technology, it is no surprise that there will be a number of stand out exhibitors at next year’s event. One such exhibitor will be Davi Headphones, the world’s first truly noise cancelling headphones. Davi – the engineer behind Beats by Dr Dre – first presented his concept, a product that has taken him 10 years to develop, at the 2022 edition of the Superyacht Technology Show. Next year he will be presenting the first physical models, alongside some extraordinary content for visitors to enjoy.&nbsp;In addition, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Telemar Yachting Srl (Company)">Telemar Yachting</a>, a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1586" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marlink SA (Company)">Marlink Group</a> company, has partnered with renowned bridge console designer Pariani Srl to create T-Master Touch, which will be available for demonstrations during the show. This unique full-touch bridge for superyachts, combines touchscreen technology with flexible bridge ergonomics.T-Master Touch combines workstations/pods, each equipped with large 32-inch 4K touchscreen displays which can be built-in or installed standalone, enabling the bridge team to optimise their workflow, replacing the traditional linear console approach. On-screen navigation functions can be completely customised, allowing users to choose displays and overlays as well as controlling bridge functions, reflecting different operating scenarios.And finally, YachtAware, from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Linc Security Systems (Company)">LINC Security Systems</a>, will be exhibiting its latest interface and showing visitors the capabilities of its CCTV capabilities. By using pre-placed cameras, you can easily navigate and monitor the specific areas which require extra security or safety measures. &nbsp;With multiple layouts, you can pan 360 degrees so you can control, monitor, and view everything going on from anywhere.&nbsp;As well as the innumerable technologies on display, the Show will also be hosting a series of its now renowned 'Tech Talks'. The 500 seater conference space at the World Trade Centre will be utilised for the occasion and Nikusia Kooijmans, Marketing and Sales Manager of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="One B.V. (Company)">One B.V.</a> and Margarita Amam, Founder and Managing Director of IMS, will be hosting the talks. The full list of speakers can be found below.Of course, these are just a few of the innovative companies due to exhibit at the event, but to find out more visit <a href="http://www.superyachttechnologynetwork.com/show-2024" target="_blank">www.superyachttechnologynetwork.com/show-2024</a> where you can purchase a ticket to attend, view the Show Kit to find out more about exhibiting or sponsoring and apply for your VIP ticket.&nbsp;

What to expect at Superyacht Technology Show 2024 

We sat down with the organisers of the Superyacht Technology Show 2024 to get the full story on the show.
