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The marine fuels and energy provider strengthens support for Africa's growing boating and superyacht sectors ahead of the Cape Town event

The African Boating Conference is pleased to announce the return of FFS Africa as an official sponsor for ABC 2026, taking place on 20-21 October at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town.

The African Boating Conference has announced Flexiteek as an official sponsor for ABC 2026, taking place on 20–21 October at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town. As Africa’s boating, marina and superyacht sectors continue to evolve, innovation, sustainability and advanced marine materials are becoming increasingly important to supporting long-term industry growth. Globally recognised for its

Leading synthetic marine decking manufacturer, Flexiteek, is an official sponsor of the African Boating Conference 2026, which takes place 20–21 October

Synthetic teak decking manufacturer Flexiteek will be an official sponsor of the annual marine trade gathering.

Erwin Bamps, CEO of Gulf Craft, and Paris Baloumis, of Oceanco, will present at the Oct. 20-21 event.

Erwin Bamps, CEO of Gulf Craft, and Paris Baloumis of Oeanco to share industry insights

Erwin Bamps, CEO of Gulf Craft, and Paris Baloumis of Oeanco to share industry insights

Erwin Bamps, CEO of Gulf Craft, and Paris Baloumis, of Oceanco, will present at the Oct. 20-21 event.

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Africa's emergence as a serious player in the global yachting industry has been reinforced with the announcement of two high-profile speakers at the African Boating Conference.

Last year's ABC made history as Africa's first, uniting diverse boating stakeholders

African Boating Conference returns to Cape Town in October 2026 following sold-Out, internationally acclaimed inaugural event.

Local Industry Leaders Reaffirm Commitment to African Boating Conference 2026 20–21 October Cape Town South Africa The African Boating Conference (ABC) has announced the early return of three key local sponsors for its 2026 edition: Seascape Marine Services, Ullman Sails, and MDM (Marine Distribution & Manufacturing), the South African distributor for Raymarine. In a clear