MARCH 2019 • FOGHORN 13 FOGHORNFOCUS: CONVENTION REVIEW Large MariTrends Exhibit MariTrends 2019 continues to grow in size and reputation. The list of 2019 includes 102 exhibiting companies. An impressive 19 organizations exhibited for the first time this year. The types of companies that were in the MariTrends 2019 hall displayed a wide range of suppliers that support the passenger vessel industry. This year, there were representatives from a large spectrum of PVA Associate member categories, including: • Battery systems • Ceiling panels specialists • Coating systems • Dock builders • Drinkware suppliers • Electrical systems • Engine manufacturers • Fabric manufacturers • Filtration and exhaust systems • Fire protection systems • Flooring Top: Cummin’s Tony Thomas presents on repower- ing vessels; Bottom: Jonathan Campbell, Lake Effects Digital, explains key marketing concepts. • Galley designers • Insurance companies • Lifesaving equipment suppliers • Marketing support • Maritime academies • Naval architects and designers • Navigation guides • Payment systems • Performance software systems • Photography outlets • Planning and engineering firms CONTINUED ON PAGE 15