Island Life Magazine Ltd October/ November 2012 | Page 68
ON THE WATER
Crowds flock to
PSP boat show
The 2012 PSP Southampton Boat
Show, the 44th show in Southampton
and Britain’s best loved on-water boat
show, again proved hugely popular.
An impressive showcase for the
leisure marine industry, 109,722 visitors
attended the show over the 10 days,
taking part in the attractions and activities
both on and off the water.
British and International exhibitors
numbering over 550, including nine
from the Isle of Wight, filled the area of
Southampton well known for hosting the
annual show. A record number of launches
took place, starting on Preview Day which
saw stars such as Jensen Button, Eddie
Jordan and interior designer Kelly Hoppen
flock to Southampton to find their sea legs. With
a social atmosphere, the not to be missed show
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