Water leisure tourism industry is ushering in an unprecedented world filled with opportunities as China is advocating dual-circulation in its economy and preferential policies are provided by the building of Guangdong - Hong Kong - Macao Greater Bay Area. Asia Water-Based Tourism, Sports, Leisure Craft & Yacht Expo and New Energy Intelligent & Unmanned Boat Eco Expo (Asia Yacht Expo) 2026, held by Guangdong Grandeur International Exhibition Group Co.,Ltd. and Guangdong Yacht Industry Association, is to be opened on 15 May 2026 and lasts for 3 days at China Import and Export Fair Complex, to promote high-calibre development of China's industrial chains relevant to yacht, water sports and water tourism as well as to build a one-stop display platform for such industries.

500 companies related to water sports products, diving fittings, touring and sightseeing boats and water-based tourism and 100 investing institutions as well as experts and scholars will be invited to the fairground for exhibiting and attending forums. It is estimated that 35,000 visitors will pay a visit to the pavilion. Asia Yacht Expo aims to build a leading platform integrating global yacht industrial resources to help companies achieve technology breakthroughs, reach targeted high-end clients and attain business value springboard via three-pronged pattern incorporating “technology” + “market” + “ecosystem”.