TAITRA's first Taiwan International Boat Show opens on May 8

(Taiwan Business News) TAITRA stated that the first "Taiwan International Boat Show" will open on May 8. Industry professionals can pre-register on the official website starting April 1 and exchange their credentials for entry; the general public can pre-order tickets at 7-11 and enjoy an early-bird discount.

Organized by the Bureau of Foreign Trade of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and the Kaohsiung City Government, executed by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council, and supported by the Taiwan Yacht Industry Association, the "Taiwan International Boat Show," held from May 8 to 11, has entered its final preparatory stage before the exhibition.

TAITRA stated that the Taiwan International Boat Show currently has 24 shipyards participating, and will display 40 vessels of various types, including yachts, sailboats, and motorboats ranging from 15 ft (about 5 m) to 110 ft (about 34 m), with a spectacular scene that is highly anticipated.

To enhance the richness of the exhibition, TAITRA has planned a series of marine and yacht-related side activities, from introductory knowledge to advanced professional knowledge, to meet the needs of different visitors and provide the most complete sharing of marine knowledge.

Among them, the "Ocean Classroom" will introduce the development of the yacht industry, essential tips for yacht beginners, and basic knowledge and regulations of marine leisure activities. It has also invited Liu Ningsheng, Taiwan's first sailing expert to successfully sail around the world, to share the allure of sailing activities, and has arranged for experts to provide introductory instruction in sailing activities; after the session, an "Ocean Quiz" prize giveaway will be held, and on the last day of the exhibition, the lucky winner of an EVA Air ticket to any destination in Asia will be drawn.

In addition to the indoor static forums and sharing sessions, the "2014 Taiwan International Heavy Sailing Invitational" will be held outside the exhibition hall, allowing people to experience the excitement and challenge of international sailing experts "chasing the wind."

TAITRA stated that industry professionals for the Taiwan International Boat Show can pre-register on the official website starting April 1, and during the exhibition, exchange their credentials for entry with the admission notification letter and business card; the public can pre-order before the exhibition at 7-11 ibon kiosks. Tickets purchased from April 7 to 27 enjoy an early-bird discount of NT$250, tickets purchased from April 28 to May 7 enjoy a pre-sale discount of NT$300, or tickets can be purchased on-site during the exhibition for NT$380.