The show's box office record was broken in 2004, attracting an ABC audited 140,892 visitors and over 550 exhibitors and is subsequently expanding to meet continued demand.

Karen Dodd, marketing manager at Inside Communications said: "We are delighted with the success of this year's show. Not only did we deliver the largest audience to date, 68% of exhibitors re-signed onsite for 2005."

We are looking to develop and build on the show's success for 2005, particularly responding to the interest shown in the boating sector, she added. With 18% more boats on display in 2004 and a range of exhibitors reporting record sales, we are increasing the boating section further for 2005 - a dedicated space increase of over 62% from 2002.

Exhibitors who have already signed to exhibit for 2005 include, Avon Inflatables, Dometic, Severn Valley Boat Centre, Waeco International and Yamaha Motor UK.