Award-Winning Innovation at IBEX 2025
Interlux Yacht Coatings Showcases Innovation and Leadership at IBEX
The International Boatbuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) brought the global marine community together in Tampa, Florida, from October 7–9. For AkzoNobel Yacht Coatings, it was a standout event that highlighted the team’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and excellence across the marine coatings industry.
A strong presence at the heart of the industry
Across booths 3-923, 3-925, and 3-1022, the team welcomed visitors to explore the latest developments in coating technology and sustainability. As proud sponsors of the IBEX Industry Breakfast, we welcomed attendees to a dynamic morning of insights and celebration.
The event featured engaging presentations on the current economic landscape, along with recognition of the outstanding individuals and companies driving innovation in the marine industry.
The morning concluded with an electrifying keynote by Kevin O’Connor, Emmy Award-winning host of PBS’s This Old House and Ask This Old House, who delivered a powerful message on the importance of adaptability and attracting talent in today’s evolving marketplace.
Watch the highlights
Relive our time at IBEX 2025 with a quick look at the event’s key moments, featuring the AkzoNobel Yacht Coatings team in action.
Highlights from IBEX 2025.
Recognized for industry leadership
During the show, AkzoNobel received the EPIC Award for Training from Soundings Trade Only. The award celebrates companies that are shaping the future of the marine industry through exceptional, purposeful, innovative, and compassionate initiatives.
This recognition highlights AkzoNobel’s ongoing investment in technical excellence and customer partnership, providing hands-on education, product training, and digital learning tools that help ensure best-in-class coating performance.
In conversation with Metan Marine
One of the highlights of the event was an interview with Mike Borrelli, founder of Metan Marine, who shared his journey from restoring boats in a backyard shed to leading one of the United States’ most respected yacht restoration companies.
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Driving the industry forward
At IBEX 2025, Interlux reinforced its commitment to innovation and collaboration within the yacht coatings community. The brand’s presence reflected a genuine focus on advancing sustainable technologies and helping partners deliver lasting performance on the water.
Through continued engagement with builders, applicators and boat owners, Interlux remains dedicated to supporting progress across the industry and shaping the future of yacht coatings.