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Collins Stewart London Boat Show 2008
www.collinsstewartlondonboatshow.com - Messen 2008
11 - 01 - 2008
The 2008 Collins Stewart London Boat Show opens today at ExCel
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The world class Collins Stewart London Boat Show in association with The Daily Mail opens its doors today for yet another spectacular year.
The Show was officially launched at 11am today by actor, writer and self-professed boat lover Griff Rhys Jones, along with boating legend Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, on the Main Stage powered by Fairline.
Griff recently starred in the BBC programme Three Men in Another Boat, which saw him sail his beloved Udina around the South English Coast with celebrity friends, to race another classic yacht in the waters off the Isle of Wight.
Sir Robin is a world famous sailor with a world-class reputation, most notably as being the first man to circumnavigate singlehandedly around the world. Both stars will bring their own special passion for boating to the first day of the Show.
On opening the Show, Griff said: I certainly dont make a secret of my passion for boats and sailing which is why I am so pleased to be here today to officially open the Collins Stewart London Boat Show. Since renovating a boat of my own I can empathise and sympathise with the dedication and hard work it takes.
With the Show officially opened, visitors now have a marine extravaganza to explore. In its 54th year, the Collins Stewart London Boat Show is the place to check out all the latest boating gear or to discover a new hobby in 2008 and there really is something for everyone.
The Main Stage powered by Fairline hosts some fantastic features including the aerial spectacular Sea Queen Stage Show and fashion show, the debut of Boat Review 2007 and masterclasses from modern boating heroes such as Mike Golding, Geoff Holt and Adrian Flanagan.
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In addition, exhibitors and sponsors will be hosting numerous events throughout the Show. Many new boats and products will be making their World, European or UK debuts while others will be announcing new initiatives or making presentations.
The Collins Stewart London Boat Show, organised by National Boat Shows, has a wealth of features and attractions to entertain visitors. There are over 500 exhibitors at the Show and over a thousand boats and products on display making it the largest annual event in London.
The Marina in association with Cowes Online plays host to more than 30 boats and vessels including for the first time inland waterway craft. The biggest vessel on display is HMS Exeter, a Royal Navy Destroyer stretching 125m in length, and the most expensive is Sunseekers 37m Tri-deck Motor Yacht worth £11.5 million.
Other exciting features include:
HMS Exeter explore the very first Royal Navy Destroyer to be at the Show
Watersports Zone test out your kite-surfing skills
Start Boating in association with All At Sea get the very best impartial advice on how to take up boating
Classic Boats sponsored by Classic Boats magazine watch the Cutty Sark Trust in action as they work on selected artefacts from the conservation project
On water activity witness Thundercats and Sunseeker P1s exciting on water demos of this new high speed racing
Anchor Watch sponsored by Blue Water Supplies and Jersey.com in association with Practical Boat Owner and Yachting Monthly enjoy a Masterclass on practical anchoring
Deck Games supported by Marine Leisure Association and in association with Dinghy Sailing take part in interactive games and competitions designed to encourage people of all ages to participate in boating
Andrew Williams, Managing Director of National Boat Shows, comments: A lot of hard work, imagination and creativity has gone into the planning of this years Show and its great to have two such passionate sailors here today to launch what promises to be a fantastic event. There really is a huge variety of experiences, activities and products for visitors to take in whatever their level of interest in boating and just goes to show what the marine industry has to offer. We wish all our exhibitors and visitors an enjoyable and successful Show.
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