New for OCEANS 2025 Great Lakes, attendees will have the opportunity to experience live on-water demonstrations just steps from the exhibit hall at Navy Pier Marina. This exciting addition to the OCEANS experience offers a firsthand look at cutting-edge marine and freshwater technologies in action.
See the latest advancements come to life in a real-world environment, interact with technology developers, and gain practical insights you can’t get from a static exhibit. Whether you’re an engineer, researcher, policymaker, or industry leader, the on-water demos offer an unmatched opportunity to see innovation in motion.
Join leading innovators like DEEP Trekker, ECHO81, NORBIT, R2Sonic, Teledyne, and Unique Group who have already secured their spot for on-water demonstrations at OCEANS 2025 Great Lakes.
Don’t miss this new attraction—another reason why attending OCEANS 2025 Great Lakes is a must for anyone shaping the future of our oceans and freshwater systems.
On-Water Demonstration Opportunities Available Only to Exhibitors
Please join us for the On-Water Demonstrations at Navy Pier Marina by reserving your demo slot today! This exclusive opportunity is available to confirmed exhibitors and offers a unique chance to showcase your technology in action on the water.
Package includes:
- Boat slip at the Navy Pier (Sept 29th – Oct 1st) additional fees apply if longer stay at pier
- Electric (if needed)
- Water (if needed)
- On-water Demo included in Agenda and on website
- On-water Demo included in attendee marketing email(s)
- On-water Demo included in social media marketing
- Daily push notification through app on Sept 30th and Oct 1st about On-water Demo schedule
- Easel sign at booth recognizing company participating in On-water Demo
- Sign-up sheet provided for attendees to sign up for On-water Demos on Sept 30th & Oct 1st
On-water Demo Pricing:
Boats/ASVs up to 183 feet in length: $1,350 (docking at pier, Sept 29th – 1st) additional fees apply if longer stay at the pier
**max length of boat/ ASV 183 feet
Contact the OCEANS 2025 Great Lakes Sales Team:
Kara Ditzel | +1 (312) 265-2996 | Kara.Ditzel@wearemci.com
