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Informa Markets’ U.S. Boat Shows Introduces AllSecure Health & Safety Standards Ahead of 61st Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

7/11/2020

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New Standards Raise Bar on Safe, Hygienic, Productive, and High-Quality Event Experiences
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL. (July 10, 2020) – The U.S. Boat Shows division of Informa Markets, the leading exhibitions organizer that operates the world’s leading international boat and yacht events, including the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), is introducing AllSecure, a newly enhanced approach to health and safety at all of its events. This announcement comes ahead of the 61st annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, the world’s largest in-water boat show, set to take place October 28 – Nov. 1 in the Yachting Capital of the World.
 
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Informa has worked diligently in coordination with its association partners, peers, venues, suppliers, contractors, health officials, and federal and local authorities to develop the AllSecure standards. Adopted industry-wide, the AllSecure standards raise the bar on safe, hygienic, productive, and high-quality organized event experiences.
 
“The health and safety of our staff, exhibitors, visitors, and community remains our number one priority,” said Andrew Doole, president of Informa Markets U.S. Boat Shows. “We also recognize the importance of our boat shows to the local and state economy and the marine industry at large. Since the inception of the pandemic, we have been focused on a plan that prioritizes safety and an exceptional visitor experience, so that every person who attends our events can do so safely and with confidence.”
 
As such, FLIBS will be organized in accordance with Informa’s newly adopted AllSecure health and safety standards, as well as all official government and local authority guidance and regulations.
 
With the new AllSecure standards in place, FLIBS, as well as all Informa events, will follow the GBAC (Global Biorisk Advisory Council) standards for enhanced cleaning, including undergoing deep cleaning before, during, and after each day’s events, to ensure the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness. This includes complete overnight disinfection, electrostatic sprayers with EPA biodegradable disinfectants, and continuous sanitation throughout the course of the boat show, with a focus on high-touch areas such as door handles, restrooms, and food and beverage areas.
 
AllSecure encompasses 10 Key Commitments that are organized into four areas – Cleaning and Hygiene Countermeasures, Physical Distancing, Protect and Detect, and Communication. These cornerstones emphasize enhanced cleaning and hygiene with designated hygiene hosts, additional handwashing facilities and hand sanitizing stations throughout the event space, encouraging the use of digital materials distribution instead of printed materials; and, physical distancing protocols that include non-contact ticketing and registration, on-site signage and floor markings, social distance ambassadors, and multiple points of entrance and exit, among other measures.
 
Additionally, pursuant to local laws, all staff and participants will be required to wear a face mask, and participate in screening measures such as thermal scanned temperature checks or other screening processes upon entry. Exhibitor booth space will comply with all requirements outlined for retail establishments in Broward County’s Guidelines and Emergency Orders, including floor markers within each exhibitor booth to allow for social distancing, increased sanitation of all items throughout the day, encouraging adoption of contactless payment mechanisms, and eliminating interactive exhibits. All seating in cafes, VIP lounges, concession areas, and cocktail barges will be set up in accordance with social distancing guidelines.
 
Phil Purcell, CEO/president of the Marine Industries Association of South Florida, which owns the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, said, “As the world’s largest in-water boat show, FLIBS is a major economic driver, benefitting the marine industry, the city of Fort Lauderdale, and the state of Florida with a total statewide economic impact of $1.3 billion. Informa’s standards and guidelines, coupled with the show’s seven sites and nearly 90 acres of outdoor space, will allow every guest and exhibitor who attends over the five days of the show to feel confident and safe.”
 
“We are adjusting to the new normal and remain flexible and prepared to adapt quickly if need be given rapidly changing conditions, policies, and guidelines,” added Doole. “We are excited to bring the marine community and boating enthusiasts back together in October and are moving full steam ahead to a robust boat show season.”
 
For more details, or to download Informa’s AllSecure complete health and safety guidelines, visit https://www.flibs.com/en/attend/COVID-19.html.
 
For more information, visit FLIBS.com. For images and press materials, contact [email protected] or visit the FLIBS 2019/2020 Digital Press Kit. 
 
About The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
The 61st annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show will be held October 28 – Nov. 1, 2020 in the Yachting Capital of the World. Owned by the Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) and produced by Informa Markets, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) is recognized as the largest in-water boat show in the world. FLIBS spans more than three million square-feet of exhibit space across seven waterfront locations that are connected by an intricate network of water and ground transportation services. The five-day show attracts over 100,000 attendees and 1,000 exhibitors representing 52 countries with more than 1,300 boats on display each November. For more information, visit FLIBS.com.
 
About Informa Markets
Informa Markets creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate and grow. Through more than 550 international B2B brands, we provide opportunities to engage, experience and do business via face-to-face exhibitions, specialist digital content and actionable data solutions. For more information, visit informa.com.
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