boat show club
 
 
 
  Wed 18th Feb 11am-7pm
  Thu 19th Feb 11am-8pm
  Fri 20th Feb 11am-8pm
  Sat 21st Feb 10am-6pm
  Sun 22nd Feb 10am-5pm special offers
For Admission Charges -
Click here >>
 
25th Allianz Dublin Boat Show!
 
Home & Boat Show Club Visitor & Exhibitor Press & Links Press Links Allianz & IMF FAQs & Contact
 
 
Frequently Asked Questions
 

 

  VISITOR   EXHIBITOR    

 

VISITOR

 

WHO CAN ATTEND THE SHOW?

Consumer shows are public events - anyone can attend.

back to top

AND NON EU VISITORS?

Visitors from outside the European Union – as event organisers, Expo Events Ltd is not in a position to extend “official” letters of invitation or to accept responsibility for visitors’ travel or accommodation requirements. We will gladly accept registrations for the conference or exhibitions from overseas visitors, but we are prohibited from giving any form of guarantee on behalf of attendees. We recommend that anybody visiting the event who requires a visa or other travel papers should contact the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs or the nearest Irish embassy or consular office in their country of residence.

back to top

INVITATION LETTERS TO SUPPORT VISA APPLICATIONS?

Expo Events does not support visa application nor do we provide invitation letters. The only documentation received from Expo Events is an email confirmation if using our online registration system and your exhibition badge which is sent out approx. 2 weeks prior to the exhibition. Visa enquiries are to be made Irish Department ofForeign Affairs or the nearest Irish embassy.

back to top

HOW DO I ATTEND ONE OF THE SHOWS?

There will be an entrance fee at the door.

The 2009 Admission Charges are as follows:

  Adults €12
Children / OAPs / Students €6
Family (2 Adults & up to 2 children) €25
*Children under 12 years go free

back to top

CAN I BRING MY CHILD WITH ME TO ATTEND THE SHOW?

The Allianz Boat Show is a consumer event and is open to members of the public and children are allowed.

back to top

IS THERE WHEELCHAIR ACCESS AT THE VENUE?

The RDS has full wheelchair access and a lift facility is provided to access the main restaurant

back to top

WHERE CAN I GET A LIST OF EXHIBITORS?

A list of exhibitors is available on this website. Click here to get a printable version of Confirmed Exhibitors to date along with stand numbers, email addresses and website addresses where provided to us.

back to top

 

EXHIBITOR

 

CAN NON EU EXHIBITORS EXHIBIT?

Overseas exhibitors are welcome to exhibit at any of our events, however, the organisers would advise that you must obtain your visa in advance of booking your stand. We recommend that anybody wishing to exhibit at the event who requires a visa or other travel papers should contact the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs or the nearest Irish embassy or consular office in their country of residence.

back to top

 

AND FOR NON EU VISITORS?

Visitors from outside the European Union – as event organisers, Expo Events Ltd is not in a position to extend “official” letters of invitation or to accept responsibility for visitors’ travel or accommodation requirements. We will gladly accept registrations for the conference or exhibitions from overseas visitors, but we are prohibited from giving any form of guarantee on behalf of attendees. We recommend that anybody visiting the event who requires a visa or other travel papers should contact the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs or the nearest Irish embassy or consular office in their country of residence.

back to top

 

HOW DO I BOOK A STAND?

To book a stand you will need to get in touch with the sales team looking after the Allianz Boat Show. click here for prices & application forms

back to top

 

HOW MUCH DOES A STAND COST?

click here for prices and more information

back to top

 

WHAT KIND OF COMPANIES WILL BE EXHIBITING AT THIS SHOW?

Click here for the most up-to-date exhibitor list.

back to top

 

HOW DO I GET IMAGES INCLUDED IN MY CATALOGUE ENTRY FOR THE SHOW CATALOGUE?

Expo Eventss only provide the text for the catalogue publishers. To get any images or advertisements included in the catalogue you will need to get in touch with the catalogue publishers directly. The catalogue publisher for the Allianz Boat Show show is Afloat.

back to top

 

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SPACE ONLY AND SHELL SCHEME STANDS?

If you book a space only stand that is all you get ‘the space’. If you book a shell stand this will include the walls, a minimum of 2 spotlights, carpet and Fascia panels.

click here for more information

back to top

 

WHERE CAN I FIND MY STAND NUMBER?

Your stand number is located on your booking form. If you have misplaced your booking form your stand number is also available in the exhibitor list.

back to top

 

WHEN CAN I SET UP MY STAND?


Times to be confirmed.

back to top

 

WHEN WILL MY SHELL SCHEME BE READY?

To be confirmed.

back to top

 

HOW MANY WALLS DO I GET WITH MY SHELL SCHEME?

The amount of walls you get depends on where your stand is located. All shell stands get a back wall and partition walls are only provided to sub-divide stands.

back to top

 

CAN I CHANGE THE WALLS?

Any walls required on any frontage must be arranged with your shell scheme contractor and will be charged for. If you want to change your walls you should contact WDisplay on +353 (0)1 4561001.

back to top

 

WHAT IS THE HEIGHT OF THE STAND?

Height – Floor to top of fascia 2.5m. Floor to underside of fascia 2.43m. Walling – Wall panels are 2.5m x 1m wide (nominal) painted white and framed with aluminium upright posts either side and 70mm rails top and bottom. (see section 2-3 of manual for more details)

back to top

 

WHAT KIND OF WALLS ARE USED ON THE STANDS?

The stand walls are made of Octarnon.

back to top

 

HOW MANY SPOTLIGHTS DO I HAVE ON MY STAND?

Shell stands get 1 spotlight per 6 sqm with a minimum of 2.

back to top

 

CAN I PUT THINGS ON THE WALL, WAHT CAN I USE TO STICK THEM ON THE WALL WITH AND DO I HAVE TO TAKE THEM DOWN AFTERWARDS?

Displays can be attached by use of double side tape, Velcro or pads. No alterations to the shell scheme will be permitted without prior agreement with Woodcraft Displays. All exhibitor material should be removed from walls, fascia counters, lockable and unlockable storage areas as soon as possible after the show closes.

back to top 

 

ARE THERE ANY RESTRICTIONS REGARDING THE USE OF CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS?

Do not paint, nail, screw or staple anything into the shell scheme system.

back to top

 

DOES A SPACE ONLY STAND INCLUDE CARPET?

Space only stands will include carpet .

back to top

 

WHEN CAN THE STAND BE DISMANTLED?

Stands should be dismantled as soon as possible after the show closes.

back to top

 

WHAT ARE THE CARPET COLOURS?

To be confirmed

back to top

 

HOW MANY STAND EXECUTIVE / EXHIBITOR NAME BADGES DO I RECEIVE?

Each stand executive on your stand can receive an exhibitor name badge.

back to top

 

WHERE/WHEN DO I RECEIVE MY EXHIBITOR BADGES?

Exhibitor Badges are collected in the organizers office at the venue.

back to top

 

HOW MANY CAR PARK PASSES DO I RECEIVE?

Each exhibitor will receive 1 car park pass per 12 sqm.

back to top

 

IS THERE OVERNIGHT PARKING IN THE RDS?

There are designated areas for overnight parking. If you wish to leave a vehicle overnight please contact the organizers either before the exhibition on 01-2958181 or on arrival at the Exhibition Centre. The RDS have introduced a nominal charge for this service to cover the cost of the extra security. We would also remind exhibitors that the RDS do not allow any persons remain with their vehicles overnight.

back to top

 

IS THERE AN OVERNIGHT SECURITY FACILITY?

There is an overnight security facility.

back to top

 

CAN I STORE ITEMS WHILE IN THE RDS?

Although there is overnight security – goods are left at owners risk.

back to top

 

ACCESS TO ELECTRICITY/ GAS /WATER / TELEPHONE LINES / INTERNET?

Electricity – section 4.3 of manual – turned off 10 minutes after show closes on each show day

Gas – no gas provided - if you require gas email alan.murphy@expo-events.com

Water & waste – consult form No 10

Telephones – form no 15

back to top

 

WHAT IS THE FULL ADDRESS OF THE VENUE FOR DELIVERY?

The Royal Dublin Society, Simmonscourt Pavilion, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 Tel: 01 668 0866 Fax: 01 660 4014

back to top

 

CAN I GET MY PRODUCT DELIVERED DIRECTLY TO MY STAND?

Provided there are no fork lifts required you can get a delivery straight to your stand. For Health & Safety reasons your own forklifts can not be used and should you require one for a delivery ensure you have booked one with the organizers beforehand.

Please see section 2-1 of your manual for Boat Deliveries

back to top

 

DO I HAVE TO BE AT THE VENUE TO RECEIVE A DELIVERY?

If you can not be at the venue during time of delivery your delivery can be sent to the organizers office where you can collect it on your arrival.

Please see section 2-1 of your manual for Boat Deliveries

back to top

 

IF I AM NOT AT THE VENUE WHAT HAPPENS TO MY DELIVERY?

If you are not at the venue the organizers will take you delivery. You can then collect it in the organizers office on your return.

Please see section 2-1 of your manual for Boat Deliveries

back to top

 

CAN I OR MY CONTRACTORS USE OUR OWN FORKLIFTS?/HOW DO I ORDER A FORKLIFT?

Exhibitors or their contractors cannot use their own forklifts. However forklifts can ge organised through the organiser and must be prepaid. Email Pauline.kennedy@expo-events.com or refer to Show website for a forklift order form.

back to top

 

WHAT IS RIGGING?

Rigging is used for hanging banners etc – used for signage

Exhibitors are prohibited from rigging any of their own signage within the Exhibition Centre without prior permission from the Organisers - Rigging Order form.

back to top

 

WHAT RESTAURANT / CAFE FACILITIES ARE AT THE VENUE?

Full venue facilities are listed on the RDS website.

back to top

 
 
Add Allianz Dublin Boat Show to your MS Outlook Calendar
[click diary icon, select open, then select save and close]
add to diary
Wed 18 Feb
add to diary
Thu 19 Feb
add to diary
Fri 20 Feb
add to diary
Sat 21 Feb
add to diary
Sun 22 Feb
add to diary
Add entire show
Copyright Irish Marine Federation,, managed by Expo Events Ltd | Company Registration Details | Privacy | Sitemap
Home Boat Show Club Visitor Exhiitor Allianz IMF FAQs Contact
Home Boat Show Club Visitor Exhiitor Allianz IMF FAQs Contact
Home Boat Show Club Visitor Exhiitor Allianz IMF FAQs Contact