Whether you’re an ABBRA member or a non-member, you’re invited! Come meet fellow boatyard professionals, marine industry partners, and professionals from across the boatbuilding and repair industry.
✨ Why attend?
- Expand your industry network
- Make new business connections
- Reconnect with industry colleagues
- Get to know the ABBRA community
- Enjoy an evening of networking, conversation, and camaraderie
Come for the connections. Stay for the conversation. Leave with a stronger industry network.
Members & non-members welcome!
Upcoming Socials!
A special thank you to our 2026 event sponsors for making these gatherings possible. The Newport International Boat Show Membership Social is generously sponsored by Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage and Great American Insurance Group, while the IBEX Membership Social is generously sponsored by Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage. Their continued support helps ABBRA foster meaningful connections throughout the marine industry.
ABBRA Membership Social, Newport International Boat Show 2026
September 16, 2026, 5-7 p.m. The Reef, Newport, RI
ABBRA Membership Social, IBEX 2026
October 6, 2026, 5-7 p.m. American Bar & Kitchen, Tampa, FL
2025 Newport Member Social – Thank You to Our Sponsors!
ABBRA extends a heartfelt thank you to Bristol Marine, Starkweather & Shepley, Great American Insurance Group and Bluewater Supply for sponsoring our recent Member Social in Newport, RI, held ahead of the Newport International Boat Show in Tampa, FL ahead of IBEX.
It was a beautiful evening bringing together boatyard owners, managers, and marine industry professionals for conversation, connection, and community. Events like these give ABBRA members and guests a chance to share experiences, discuss challenges, and strengthen relationships across the industry.
“We are deeply appreciative of the support from our sponsors, who made this gathering possible,” said Chad Morse, ABBRA Board President. “Events like these strengthen our community and highlight the collaboration that drives the success of the marine industry.”
About American Boat Builders & Repairers Association (ABBRA)
Founded in 1943, ABBRA is a national marine trade organization that represents, is
dedicated to, and seeks to strengthen and encourage professionalism in the boat building,
marine service, and boat repair industry.