Organizers of this week’s Seaquip conference in Milan, Italy, reported a strong start to the inaugural equipment trade show with a “large turnout of professionals, industry operators and specialized press.” The event was inaugurated by Pier Paolo Ponchia, managing director of Easyfairs Italy, who welcomed participants and presented the objectives and content of this first edition, conceived as a meeting point for the international marine supply chain.

“An important Italian B2B event dedicated to marine equipment is essential for the sector, and its location in Milan is ideal for ensuring an international dimension, especially looking to the future, thanks to its prestige and easy accessibility,” Daniele Guidi, quality and sustainability manager at equipment manufacturer Guidi, said in a statement. “For this reason, we decided to participate in Seaquip, contributing to the growth of the project from the very beginning. We believe in this new exhibition, and hope it will open new perspectives for us.”

In addition to panels and conferences on subjects vital to the sector, Seaquip offered exhibitors an opportunity to organize “StandOut Speeches” at their stands, encouraging discussion on the most current topics.