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The Croatian Charter Association was founded in Biograd with the aim of standardizing business operations and strengthening the industry's common voice

The Croatian Charter Association was founded in Biograd with the aim of standardizing business operations and strengthening the industry's common voice

The Croatian charter industry has gained a new collective voice. During the Biograd Boat Show on October 23, the founding session of the Croatian Charter Association (UCH) was held – first independent association of charter companies outside the HGK system. The goal is not merely a formal gathering, but the establishment of unified business standards, stronger collaboration among companies, and tangible steps toward a more sustainable future for the sector.

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Safety, education and the environment: Key topics of the CROSCA panel

Safety, education and the environment: Key topics of the CROSCA panel

Are Croatian regulations keeping up with the realities at sea? Who truly protects the Adriatic, and under what rules? As part of the Biograd Boat Show, the CROSCA Association brought together experts, captains, and industry representatives to openly discuss real-world problems and first-hand solutions.

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The boat show isn’t to blame for the fact you didn’t sell anything - the strategy is

The boat show isn’t to blame for the fact you didn’t sell anything - the strategy is

In the new column by Selma Ćubara, read why B2B boat shows like CCE and ICE are still key to the growth of yacht charter companies - but only if you use them as part of a broader marketing and sales strategy. Without preparation, goals, a CRM, and digital support, a boat show won’t bring you results, only costs. Through concrete examples and industry insights, find out how to connect offline and online activities for real impact, and why it’s time for the yacht charter industry to finally stop waiting for someone else to make the first move.

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Croatian Charter Association (CCA): Giving Croatia’s Charter Industry a United Voice

Croatian Charter Association (CCA): Giving Croatia’s Charter Industry a United Voice

The establishment of the Croatian Charter Association (CCA), the first national organization uniting charter companies and nautical tourism professionals, has been announced for the 2025 Biograd Boat Show.The goal is to jointly address the industry’s many challenges, represent members’ interests before institutions, and promote professional and safety standards.

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Newsletter – Example for the yacht charter industry (what works and what doesn’t)

Newsletter – Example for the yacht charter industry (what works and what doesn’t)

The newsletter is one of the most overlooked tools in the yacht charter industry. And precisely because of that, it hides enormous potential. Most companies have contacts of their guests and partners, but few use them strategically and long-term. Find out what a newsletter can mean for yacht charters, which mistakes are most common, and what a newsletter that turns into a booking looks like.

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Panel “Safety, education and sustainability as a roadmap” - Crucial questions for the future of the Adriatic

Panel “Safety, education and sustainability as a roadmap” - Crucial questions for the future of the Adriatic

If you are a skipper, part of a crew, a yacht charter company owner or simply someone who cares about the future of the Adriatic, mark the date October 22. You will have the opportunity to hear first-hand what nautical experts are planning for safer and more sustainable sailing.

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