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Trade panel planned for North America Stage at Metstrade 2025

by National Marine Manufacturers Association 14 Nov 06:49 PST November 18-20, 2025
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When Metstrade runs next week, Nov. 18-20, in Amsterdam, the global marine industry will see an exciting new chapter for North America. For the first time, the Canada and U.S.A. pavilions will co-locate in Hall 12, establishing a unified presence that reflects the region's innovation, craftsmanship, and leadership in recreational boating.

At the center of this new hub is the North America Stage, a collaboration between NMMA, the International BoatBuilders' Exhibition & Conference (IBEX), and Soundings Trade Only, offering three days of sessions designed to educate, inspire, and connect marine professionals from around the world.

One of the presentations featured on the North America Stage, is a panel titled: The 3Ts: Trade, Tariffs and Taxes Impacting the Global Marine Industry.

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