Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) 2026
Americase International
Event Overview
Americase International will exhibit at the 67th Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, October 28 – November 1, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. FLIBS is one of the largest in-water boat shows in the world, with more t
han 100,000 attendees, 1,000 exhibitors, and 1,300+ vessels on display across the city’s waterfront venues.
Lithium-ion banks, hybrid-electric propulsion, and battery-powered water toys
are now standard aboard today’s yachts. Starting January 1, 2027, UK MCA MGN 681 will require UK-flagged yachts to charge and store lithium batteries over 100 Wh in certified fire-resistant containers. Visit us to see how Americase International engineers containment that holds up under flag, survey, and underwriting review.
Booth Location
Booth #696 – Bahia Mar Yachting Center
801 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Show hours:
- Wednesday, Oct 28: 12 – 7 PM
- Thursday–Saturday, Oct 29–31: 10 AM – 7 PM
- Sunday, Nov 1: 10 AM – 5 PM
Experts from Americase International will be at the booth during the show.
Featured at the Booth
Emergency Slide Case
One of our custom aluminum cases, providing lightweight solutions to ensure best strength-to-weight ratio and reducing fuel usage. Our cases are engineered for the transportation of critical parts or as a secure method for storing materials in non-ideal conditions.
The Battery Super Box
The reusable, heavy-duty
aluminum case that automotive OEMs choose for transporting damaged, defective, and recalled lithium cells. It’s built to contain thermal runaway at its worst and sized for onboard storage and charging of smaller lithium batteries and water-toy packs.
Know Before You Stow
Pick up our quick reference chart, Lithium Battery Storage & Charging Requirements for Yachts. It maps UK MGN 681 and class-society rules (Lloyd’s Register, DNV, ABS, BV, RINA) to the requirements that apply to your vessel.
Let’s Talk About
- Getting ready for MGN 681 before it takes effect on January 1, 2027
- How ABYC E-13, USCG requirements, and class society rules apply to your install
- Passive insulated steel, heavy-duty aluminum containment, and more, customizable to your exact needs and reequipments
- Custom cases for helicopter components, dive/medical oxygen, high-value electronics, and water toys
Who Should Visit
Yacht owners, captains, and engineers; builders and refit yards; designers and naval architects; surveyors, class representatives, and marine underwriters; and anyone responsible for lithium battery storage, charging, or compliance aboard.
Integrated Expertise for Mission-Critical Protection
Americase International is the unified parent company of Americase (precision protective case engineering and manufacturing), HazMat Safety Consulting (dangerous goods regulatory compliance consulting and trainin
g), and Fulcrum Testing (lithium battery safety and compliance testing, and product performance validation). Together, these three
companies form an integrated end-to-end platform for engineering, dangerous goods regulatory compliance, and safety validation across the full spectrum of dangerous goods and high-value cargo protection. AS9100 & ISO 9001 Certified.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Americase International exhibiting at the 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show?
Yes. Americase International will exhibit at FLIBS 2026, October 28 – November 1, 2026, at Booth #696 in the Bahia Mar Yachting Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Where is the Americase International booth at FLIBS 2026?
Americase International is at Booth #696 in the Bahia Mar Yachting Center, one of the main Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show venues.
What products will Americase International show at FLIBS 2026?
The Americase International booth will display the aluminum Emergency Slide Case, engineered for the safe transport and storage of critical components, and the Battery Super Box, built for lithium battery containment. Visitors can also pick up the Know Before You Stow chart of lithium battery storage and charging requirements for yachts.
What is MGN 681, and when does it take effect?
MGN 681 is guidance from the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) on lithium battery safety aboard UK-flagged yachts. Starting January 1, 2027, UK-flagged yachts must charge and store lithium batteries over 100 Wh in certified fire-resistant containers. UK Type Approval by a UK Nominated Body is also required by that date.
Does ABYC E-13 require fire-resistant lithium battery storage on U.S. yachts?
ABYC E-13 covers lithium-ion batteries on boats. It is voluntary in the United States and does not yet set a standard for fire-resistant storage containers. USCG requirements for commercial vessels are already in force. Regulatory experts from HazMat Safety Consulting, an Americase International Company, help owners map ABYC E-13, USCG, and MGN 681 requirements to their specific install.
What lithium battery containment does Americase International offer for yachts?
Americase, an Americase International Company, engineers fire-resistant charging and storage containment built to MGN 681, ABYC E-13, and USCG requirements. Options include passive insulated steel enclosures, heavy-duty aluminum containment, and more. Each is available with monitoring and suppression and configured to the specific yacht.
What is the Battery Super Box?
The Battery Super Box is a reusable, heavy-duty containment and shipping case. It’s rated for batteries up to 5,700 Wh / 399.9 kg and built to contain thermal runaway. Automotive OEMs use it to transport damaged, defective, and recalled lithium cells.
Are Americase containers tested?
Yes. Americase, an Americase International Company, tests its containment in-house through its sister company, Fulcrum Testing, to prove performance against thermal runaway. Every product comes with a documented test record. Americase is AS9100 and ISO 9001 certified.
What else can Americase International help protect aboard a yacht?
Besides lithium batteries, Americase, an Americase International Company, builds custom cases for:
- Helicopter rotor blades, hubs, and engines
- Dive and medical oxygen cylinders
- Oxygen generators
- High-value electronics
- Lithium-powered water toys stowed in the tender garage
How can I schedule a meeting with Americase International at FLIBS 2026?
Contact Michael Roldan, Senior Associate Consultant at HazMat Safety Consulting, at mroldan@hazmatsafety.com or 754-303-0516. You can also reach Americase International at info@americase.com. Company representatives and leadership will be at Booth #696 all five days of the show.