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  • Tampa Boat Show

    • September 10–12, 2010

    Will take place in Tampa, Fla. Visit www.tampaboatshow.com for more information.

  • IBEX 2010/MAATS 2010

    • September 28–30, 2010

    Will be held at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Visit www.ibexshow.com for more information.

  • Bell Marine Dealer Show

    • October 14–15, 2010

    Will be held in Wisconsin Dells, Wis. Visit www.bellmarine.net for more information.

  • 2010 MFA Great Lakes Workshop

    • October 15–16, 2010

    Annual workshop will be held in Traverse City, Mich., U.S.A. For information, visit www.marinecanvas.com.

  • IFAI Expo Americas 2010

    • October 27–29, 2010

    At the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., U.S.A. New in 2010: Advanced Textiles, blending technology and materials. The largest specialty fabrics trade show in the Americas. For information on exhibiting, sponsoring or speaking at the show, visit www.ifaiexpo.com.

  • METS Marine Equipment Trade Show

    • November 16–18, 2010

    Will be held in Amsterdam. Visit www.metstrade.com for more information.

  • 2011 MFA National Convention

    • January 21–23, 2011

    Will be held at the Paradise Point Resort in San Diego, Calif., U.S.A. For details, visit www.marinecanvas.com.

  • IFAI Expo Canada 2011

    • February 3–5, 2011

    Annual convention of IFAI Canada country sector will be held at the Quebec City Convention Center, Quebec City, Quebec, Canada. For more information, contact Sue Ryan, executive director, at ifaicanada@ifai.com.

  • Strictly Sail Miami

    • February 17–21, 2011

    Will be held at the Miamarina at Bayside in Miami, Fla. Visit www.strictlysailmiami.com for more information.

  • Outlook Conference 2011

    • May 2–3, 2011

    At the Greenbrier Resort, White Sulphur Springs, W.V., U.S.A. The premier forum for technical textile executives, focusing on business and economics outlooks. Details will be posted at www.narrowfabrics.org.

  • Industry Outlook: Marine Fabrication

    Sponsored by IFAI Market Research

    Fabric suppliers see the marine market in a severe downturn because of the weakening U.S. and world economy, as well as cautious customer purchasing for the remainder of 2009. Until the economy does rebound, the OEM market segment will be sluggish. Price-conscious marine fabricators will continue to seek less expensive imported fabrics. This continued influx of imports (not just from Asia) will erode market shares for the market leaders. If the weather is warmer and sunnier in 2009, the marine fabric market may still face decreases, but not as much as in 2008.

    Marine fabricators see the market slowly coming back if the economy begins to improve in 2009. The current slump in boat sales will change how they market their products and services. There will be more use of the Internet, discounting of prices, increasing advertising budgets, and increasing product features as they relate to sustainability trends. Technology will continue to improve, particularly in stitching and hot and dielectric welding. Fabricators see raw material prices remaining high compared to the past (before 2007). Like fabric manufacturers, they see more fabric being sourced outside of the U.S. They also feel that their industry will continue to have a hard time finding skilled craftspeople for custom work.

    From the 2009 State of the Industry Report. Purchase a complete report at the IFAI Bookstore.