MDL offers local catamaran viewings alongside boot Düsseldorf

MDL Marinas announced on 13–14 January an appointment-led programme of UK boat viewings running alongside boot Düsseldorf (17–25 January 2026). Instead of travelling to Düsseldorf, UK buyers can book private, broker-led viewings at River Hamble marinas, Ocean Village Marina and selected Thames locations during the same window.

The programme concentrates activity at Hamble Point, Port Hamble and Mercury marinas on the River Hamble, with additional appointments available at Ocean Village and at Thames locations including Penton Hook and Bray. Brokers attending the viewings will present a broad selection of models from multiple manufacturers, with Lagoon and other multihull brands explicitly included among those represented. That means prospective catamaran buyers can step aboard nearby examples, compare layouts, finishes and onboard volume in person without the expense and logistics of international travel.

All viewings are by appointment only. MDL is handling bookings through its marina booking channels and is managing availability to mirror the boot Düsseldorf dates so buyers who want to inspect boats locally can do so during the show period. The format keeps the one-on-one sales approach common at winter shows while concentrating appointments at coastal and inland hubs familiar to the UK sailing community.

For catamaran buyers this approach delivers immediate practical value. It cuts the cost and disruption of ferry or air travel, accommodation and show crowds while still giving the tactile information that matters when choosing a multihull: how levels feel underfoot, where storage actually sits, cockpit-to-salon sightlines and subjective impressions of hull volume. Brokers will have a range of models to compare, making side-by-side inspections possible within a few miles instead of across a trade fair hall.

The programme also benefits brokers and marinas by channeling serious buyer traffic into local berths during a key selling window, helping dealers stage boats for inspection without the logistics of an overseas show stand. For the River Hamble and Ocean Village communities, the initiative brings more activity to winter berths and a concentrated, appointment-driven cadence that keeps visits orderly and focused.

What this means now is simple: if you were planning to visit boot Düsseldorf to inspect a Lagoon or another multihull, you can likely find a nearby alternative. Book an appointment through MDL's channels during the 17–25 January window to step aboard, compare layouts and make decisions with hands-on confidence rather than through brochures alone.