METS is the world’s largest trade exhibition of equipment, materials and systems for the international marine leisure industry organised by Amsterdam RAI in association with the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA). Find out more about exhibiting at METS.

1. World's largest exhibition of equipment, materials
and systems for the international marine leisure industry
Join the market leaders
and innovators!
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EXHIBITOR BROCHURE

2. PREPARING TODAY – FOR TOMORROW
Record exhibitor numbers for METS 2009 bucked trends and further endorsed the position of METS as
the world’s number one marine equipment trade show. The show grew, in part, because we extended
space to incorporate the new RAI Elicium building. After all, a world leading event deserves a world
leading venue!
A show of excellence
By closing halls 6 and 7, relocating to larger halls 9 and 11, and opening the Elicium as the new core of METS, we’ve
been able to streamline the exhibition to benefit both exhibitors and visitors. Relocating the SuperYacht Pavilion
to a single venue in Hall 10 has also helped to further strengthen this increasingly important show within a show.
By extending the METS halls today, we have also allowed for growth tomorrow.
A show of efficiency
Time is precious and life is fast paced. This is why we aim to make life as easy as possible for exhibitors with our
‘select-a-scheme’ stand packages. We’ve also made access easier for set-up and break-down and improved general
access through three entrances at the front of the exhibition building. With more private rooms for meetings,
receptions and press launches, we’ve also kept a close eye on your networking needs.
A show of hands
Our data reveals very high levels of return visitors and exhibitors year on year. What better endorsement? There is no
better place to establish face-to-face working relationships with people from all over the world and no better place
to view a global gallery of thousands of marine products. There is no better place to launch YOUR products.
Show Highlights
• 18,485 visitors from 86 countries in 2008
• Over 1,250 exhibitors from 38 countries in 2009
• 15 national pavilions
• 3 specialist pavilions – SuperYacht, Marina, Composite
• DAME – Design Award METS
• Global Superyacht Forum
• Hiswa Yacht Symposium
• ConnectFest
• Industry Breakfast Briefing
• Exhibitor Happy Hour
• Vibrant networking events, trade receptions, parties
• Strictly professional – strictly trade-only
• All year round promotion via metstrade.com
Meet the press
Members of the international trade and general
boating press are out in force during METS looking
to scoop stories on the latest innovations and give
you valuable extra publicity. Get your news ready!
15 National Pavilions

3. The DAME turns 20!
2010 is the 20th anniversary of
the DAME (Design Award METS),
the most prestigious award for
product innovation in the world. 2 0 1 0
DAME
DESIGN AWARD METS
Over the past two decades, several thousand of the
most interesting and innovative marine products have
been scrutinised by the DAME jury, an independent
panel of industry experts. All products submitted have
been on display at METS and many were launched at
the show. Winning the DAME has brought companies
a host of sales and marketing benefits, and devising
and sponsoring the DAME has, in turn, ensured that
METS has become the leading platform for new
product launches.
The DAME Awards are presented at the Breakfast
Briefing, an annual attraction held for exhibitors and
other special guests before show opening time on
the first morning of METS. In addition to the awards
ceremony, an industry expert gives a special METS
keynote address. Guest speakers have included
Mr.Paolo Benetti, CEO of Azimut and Mr. Michael
Schmidt, CEO of Hanse Yachts.
Product gallery
METS offers a global gallery of proven and new products
– it’s an unrivalled marine equipment showcase.
Whether you are looking to buy, sell or distribute,
visiting METS is the best way to get a comprehensive
market overview. Specialist products can be found in
the SuperYacht, Marina Equipment and Composite
Pavilions and everything – from propulsion, navigation,
construction materials, communications and safety
equipment to furniture, fittings, electrical installations,
clothing and marine paints – can be found throughout
the show. For more detailed overview of all products,
we kindly refer to our website metstrade.com.
JOIN THE MARKET LEADERS AND INNOVATORS

4. SUPERYACHT PAVILION
Super profile
The SuperYacht Pavilion (SYP) at METS has grown to
become a show in its own right – enjoying all the
benefits of METS whilst developing its own distinctive
profile. As services as well as products are crucially
important to superyacht operation, the SYP is the only
part of METS where service providers as well as product
manufacturers can exhibit.
The SYP attracts a steady stream of vessel designers,
builders and superyacht captains and is complemented
by the three-day Global Superyacht Forum (GSF).
Organised by The Yacht Report Group, the GSF is the
leading industry conference that attracts high profile
speakers and several hundred delegates.
More information can be found in the special
SuperYacht Pavilion brochure,
available on metstrade.com.
Sponsored transport
Amsterdam RAI, the Dutch national railway company
(NS) and the Amsterdam public transport company
(GVB) have joined forces to offer visitors cheaper public
transport to METS. Reduced tariffs are offered for
journeys to and from every station in the Netherlands
and for buses, metro and trams in Amsterdam.
The initiative is a great extra service for METS
attendees and is good for the environment too!
Amsterdam
The bright and bustling city of Amsterdam is just
10 minutes away from Amsterdam RAI by public
transport. The city offers many cultural sights and
dining options. Don’t miss ‘The Masterpieces’ at the
Rijksmuseum – a special highlight exhibition of the
Golden Age.
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5. Select-a-scheme
Why not let us look after your lighting, carpet, furniture Make the most of METS – get the best deals, the best
and even your lunch and your coffee? Our special publicity before, during and after METS with METS
cost-effective shell scheme options leave you time to sponsor packages and publicity tools – find out more
concentrate on business while we take care of the on metstrade.com
housekeeping. Choose from:
Royal stand package
The basics PLUS
• Luxurious furniture
• Full colour company logo on blue wall panel
• Lunch package
• Fresh coffee and tea
• Fridge with beverages
Deluxe stand package
The basics PLUS
• Comfortable furniture
• Logo on the carpet
• Lunch package
Standard stand package
The basics
• Partition walls and ceiling
• Floor covering carpet tiles
• Fascia
• Stand furniture & storage
• Spotlights
• Daily stand cleaning
• 200 METS invitation cards
• Free WiFi access
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS
METS sells out early! But if you book your stand
before 1 March 2010 you qualify for a discount.
Don’t delay – please check out the application
metstrade.com procedure on metstrade.com

6. Amsterdam RAI – experienced organisers, great venue! Our representatives around the world will be pleased
to answer any questions you may have about METS:
RAI Exhibitions is part of Amsterdam RAI and specialises in the
organisation of national and international consumer and trade fairs. France China
RAI Exhibitions stages approximately 25 fairs a year in the following Paris RAI CHC Business Development
categories: professional cleaning; Ms Catherine Métais Mr Simon Ding
water technology; traffic T +33 1 4610 4750 T +86 21 6270 6717
technology; maritime; automotive; F +33 1 4610 4751 F +86 21 6270 0363
lifestyle; graphic & IT technology; E info@parisrai.com E simon@chcbiz.com
art; food; and government services.
Amsterdam RAI is the largest Italy Korea
exhibition and convention centre in the Netherlands. The venue offers Ediconsult Internazionale Kong Myong E & T
12 multi-function exhibition halls (87,000 m2) and 22 congress rooms. Ms Eva Green Mr Tae-Jik Chae
Only 15 minutes away from Schiphol International Airport and T +39 010 583 684 T + 82 2 778 6792
featuring its own train station, Amsterdam RAI benefits from excellent F +39 010 566 578 F + 82 2 778 6794
accessibility. The RAI is surrounded by good hotels, restaurants and E genova@ediconsult.com E tradefairs@hanmail.net
bars, while the city centre with its attractive canals, pavement cafés,
tourist attractions and entertainment facilities is just ten minutes away UK USA
by public transport. Our aim is to offer both visitors and exhibitors an JH Media Sales The Molen Group Inc
inspiring experience! Ms Julia Hallam Mr Jan van der Molen
T +44 1621 855 890 T +1 704 243 0236
METS 2010 is organised by Amsterdam RAI under auspices of the F +44 1621 855 867 F +1 704 243 0513
International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA). E juliahallam@marinaworld.co.uk E molen@usarai.com
METS is a member of the International Federation of Boat Show
Organisers (IFBSO). For other areas of the world, such as Latin America, Turkey and
Russia, please refer to our website.
Organisers
Amsterdam RAI
Project Team METS
PO Box 77777
1070 MS Amsterdam
The Netherlands
T +31 20 549 12 12
F +31 20 549 18 89
E mets@rai.nl
Project Team METS pictured from left to right: Maaike Bijsterveld, Karla de Vos,
Annelie Koomen, Denise Essenburg, Patricia Roodenrijs, Irene Dros and Sarah Westdijk.
Under the auspices of: Member of: Organised by:
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