New professional boating event to be held alongside the Helsinki International Boat Show
Nordic Marine Expo is a new boating event for maritime professionals and will be held at Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre from 18–21 February 2027. The first day, Thursday 18 February 2027, is dedicated exclusively to maritime professionals. On the remaining days, the event will also be open to visitors attending the Vene 27 Båt Helsinki International Boat Show.
There is currently no comparable international maritime professional boating event in Northern Europe that showcases vessels together with the latest innovations in navigation, propulsion, rescue, and safety technologies. Finland is home to a strong professional boatbuilding industry and highly respected technology expertise, making it a natural location for an international event of this kind.
"For maritime professionals, it is important to see vessels and equipment firsthand and discuss them directly with suppliers and manufacturers. Nordic Marine Expo is also an important networking opportunity for companies, authorities, maritime professionals, and other industry stakeholders. Being held simultaneously with the Vene 27 Båt Helsinki International Boat Show creates significant added value," says Jussi Kivikari, Business Manager at Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre.
The professional programme on 18 February 2027 will cover topics such as changes in regulations and training requirements for professional boating, environmental and emissions requirements, oil spill response and maritime preparedness, as well as practical experiences from demanding rescue and response operations. The programme will be published in October–November.
"The Finnish National Rescue Association has organized the current topics in governmental vessel operations seminar during the Vene Båt Show for the past two years and will continue to do so in 2027. The seminar brings together rescue authorities and other officials operating at sea and on inland waterways to discuss current issues in vessel operations and gain insights into technological developments, training, and safety. Nordic Marine Expo is an excellent new addition to the boat show’s offering for both authorities and other marine professionals," says Vili Heinikoski, Lead Safety Expert at the Finnish National Rescue Association. "Government vessel operations are currently developing rapidly, and we want to play our part in enhancing the knowledge, skills, and expertise of authorities through Nordic Marine Expo."
Event Information
Nordic Marine Expo will take place at Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre from 18–21 February 2027.
- Thursday 18 February: Open exclusively to maritime professionals, with a dedicated professional programme.
- Friday–Sunday (19–21 February): Open to both professionals and visitors attending the Helsinki International Boat Show.
Opening Hours
- Thursday 18 February: 09:00–17:00
- Friday 19 February: 11:00–17:00
- Saturday–Sunday 20–21 February: 10:00–18:00
The Vene 27 Båt Helsinki International Boat Show will be held from 12–21 February 2027 at Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre. The event is the largest boating exhibition in Northern Europe.
