Innovators & Start-Up Showcase

Royal Pines Resort · Gold Coast, QLD · 25–26 May 2026

Future Smart Initiative

Showcase Your Innovation to the World's Marina Industry

As part of its Future Smart theme, Marinas26 is offering a limited number of innovators and start-ups the opportunity to showcase new marina-related products and services to a highly targeted international audience.

This initiative is designed to give emerging businesses valuable exposure, direct industry feedback, and practical market validation in a highly cost-effective format.

Successful applicants will receive a dedicated exhibition Pod and a 7-minute presentation slot within the conference program. Places are strictly limited to five and are offered on a cost-recovery basis of $1,260.00 + GST.

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Showcase at a Glance

Places Available

5 only

Strictly limited — apply early

Participation Cost

$1,260.00 + GST

Cost-recovery basis

Exhibition Pod

Dedicated display space

Supplied display materials required

Presentation Slot

7 minutes

Within the conference program

Dates

25–26 May 2026

RACV Royal Pines Resort, Gold Coast

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Eligibility Criteria
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Start-Ups

Early-stage companies bringing a new product or service to market, ideally established no earlier than June 2024. Products or services must be market-ready, scalable, and focused on marina-related technology, services, or hardware.

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Innovations

Products or services that have been commercially launched no earlier than 1 June 2024 (within two years of Marinas26 in May 2026). Must be marina-related technology, services or hardware, with consideration given to the level of investment and uniqueness.

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Industry Relevance

Preference will be given to solutions that support sustainability, safety, digital platforms, marina operations, customer experience, or other outcomes that clearly benefit the marina industry.

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Participation Requirements

Applicants must be able to attend Marinas26 on 25–26 May 2026, present their product within a strict 7-minute timeframe, supply their own Pod display materials and meet all participation costs if selected.


How to Apply
1
Check your eligibility — review the criteria above to ensure your product or service qualifies as a start-up or recent commercial innovation within the marina industry.
2
Complete the application form — click Apply Here and fill out the online application form via the MIA website. Provide details about your product, its relevance to the marina industry, and your company background.
3
Await confirmation — applications will be reviewed by the Marinas26 organising committee. Successful applicants will be notified and provided with next steps for participation.
4
Prepare your showcase — if selected, you will need to supply your own Pod display materials and prepare a 7-minute presentation to deliver within the conference program on 25–26 May 2026.

Ready to Showcase Your Innovation?

Only five places available. Apply now to secure your spot at Marinas26 and get your product in front of 400+ marina industry leaders from around the world.

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Location

RAVC Royal Pines Resort Benowa, Queensland, Australia

Contact

Marina Industries Association

Phone: + 61 2 9439 5806
Email: info@marinas26.com

About Marinas26

Marinas26 is the must-attend biennial event for marina owners, operators, and suppliers, bringing together around 400 industry leaders. The theme for 2026 is Future Smart, celebrating how technology, sustainability, and innovation are shaping marinas into connected, efficient, and environmentally responsible hubs. It’s a great chance to see the latest products and services, connect with peers, and get ahead of trends and changes shaping the industry.