ICOMIA Supports Members at Korea International Boat Show 2026 and attends Asia Group Q1 Committee Meeting of 2026.
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Marina Tour Programme at KIBS 2026
During the Korea International Boat Show 2026, ICOMIA Asia members joined participants of the KIBS 2026 Marina Tour Programme which covered four marinas over two days.
These marinas included Wangsan Marina (Incheon) which was purpose-built for the sailing events of the 2014 Asian Games. Next was Ara Marina (Gimpo), a popular marina near Seoul and also the location of EDUmarine, a government training facility that certifies marine technicians for the leisure marine industry.
On the second day of the programme, it was on to Hwaseong to visit Jeongok Marina followed by a boat ride to Jebu Marina.
Organised by the Marina and Marine Industries Association of Korea, we again thank MMIAK Sec-Gen Mr Park Gone-Woo and Sr Manager Mr S D Kim for their kind hospitality.
Asia Group Q1 Committee Meeting
The ICOMIA Asia Group also held its Q1 Committee Meeting of 2026 in-person and online. The IAG was pleased to welcome Mr Kim Daehong, Deputy Director of Marine Policy Office/Marine Leisure Tourism Division of the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries (MoF) of Korea, as a special guest and observer to understand further the work of ICOMIA and its members in Asia.
ICOMIA Asia Pacific Regional Representative (APAC) Comments
‘The leisure marine industry in Korea demonstrates resilience and adaptability. While the country’s technological and manufacturing advancements have gained global recognition, there are significant opportunities and challenges for the development of local boating consumption.’
‘The strong support of the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries and the Gyeonggi provincial government have been essential in the development of the leisure boating industry. ICOMIA looks forward to forging closer engagement and working with its members the Korea Marine Industry Association and the Marina and Marine Industries Association as they continue to advocate for their members and industry stakeholders.’
‘It is a privilege to support our valued members in Korea!’
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