The ICOMIA World Marinas Conference 2025 will take place in Venice, Italy, from 15 to 17 October 2025, at the Arsenale di Venezia, representing a new central meeting point for the international marina industry.
Organising by Vento di Venezia and Venezia Certosa Marina with Assomarinas.
The 2025 edition aims to highlight sustainable innovation, infrastructure modernization, and cross-sector collaboration, offering a three-day agenda of keynotes, panels, exhibitions, and marina tours.
A Global Programme for Marina Industry Professionals
Across three full days, the IWMC 2025 programme integrates strategic presentations, technical insights, and regional perspectives from leading global experts.
Conference sessions explore:
- Global marina market evolution
- Investment and finance trends in coastal infrastructure
- Sustainable and resilient marina design
- Digitalisation and data-driven operations
- Policy, regulation, and environmental governance
- Customer experience and service transformation
Day 1 and Day 3 will feature keynote sessions and panel discussions.
Day 2 is dedicated to the Marina Tour, visiting Marina Certosa, Marina Sant’Elena, Darsena Le Saline (Chioggia), Marina di Cavallino, and Jesolo, to analyse infrastructure typologies and operational strategies in the Northern Adriatic.
Networking, Events, and Industry Connections
Beyond the formal programme, IWMC Venice 2025 includes:
- Welcome cocktail on 14 October 2025
- Gala Dinner at the Venice Arsenal, a landmark of maritime heritage
- Exhibition and networking sessions for direct B2B engagement
These curated activities encourage knowledge sharing, lead generation, and strategic cooperation across the marina value chain.
Featured Speakers and Topics
Highlighted keynote sessions include:
- Alberto Galassi, CEO, Ferretti Group – The Global Market and Marina Services
- Baxter Underwood, CEO, Safe Harbor Marinas – The Future of the Marine Industry: Greater Value for All
- Oliver Dörschuck, CEO, D-Marin – Marine Industry: Mediterranean and UAE Perspectives
For complete speaker lists, confirmed exhibitors, and the full agenda, please visit the official ICOMIA World Marinas Conference website.
Venice: A Superyacht and Marina Destination
The ICOMIA World Marinas Conference 2025 aligns with Venice’s maritime legacy and modern yachting identity.
Coinciding with the Venice Architecture Biennale, Venice Hospitality Challenge, and Veleziana Regatta, the event positions the lagoon city as a prime destination for marina professionals and superyacht stakeholders.
According to Alberto Sonino, CEO of Venezia Certosa Marina, Venice remains a cost-efficient and technically equipped option for visiting yachts.
“Many captains think Venice is difficult or costly,” he says. “But berthing prices can be up to 50% lower than Viareggio or parts of Croatia, and the lagoon offers safe, protected waters.”
The region also benefits from a network of shipyards, service facilities, and refit providers, ensuring comprehensive technical support for the international fleet.
Participation and Registration
The ICOMIA World Marinas Conference 2025 in Venice is open to all professionals in the marina, yacht, and nautical infrastructure sectors, including marina managers, port operators, charter firms, architects, engineers, and suppliers.
Registration is available for individual delegates and corporate groups.
Early interest is encouraged due to limited capacity at key venues.
For programme details, registration, sponsorship, and exhibitor opportunities, visit:
🌐 www.icomiaworldmarinas.com
📧 info@icomiaworldmarinas.com