Skipper Expo Int. Bournemouth 2015 opens on 30 October at the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC).

Skipper Expo Int. Bournemouth 2015 opens 30 October at the Bournemouth International Centre

Skipper Expo Int. Bournemouth 2015 opens 30 October at the Bournemouth International Centre

The event is sponsored by the National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisation (NFFO) and includes a line-up of exhibitors who will cover diverse areas, such as marine electronics, engine suppliers, fishing gear, safety equipment, creels, chandlery and deck machinery.

“Skipper Expo Int. Bournemouth 2015 is shaping up to be a really great show with an amazing number of fishing vessels on display and a whole host of other superb attractions,” said Sharon Boyle, of show organiser Mara Media.

The two-day expo will include the display of seven fishing boats within the spacious exhibition centre and a conference session focusing on issues facing the crab, lobster and whelk sectors. The conference will be held by the Shellfish Association of Great Britain (SAGB).

Skipper Expo Int. Bournemouth 2015 will be open at 10am to 5pm on Friday 30 October and 10am to 4pm Saturday 31 October, entry to the show is free.