Fort Lauderdale, FL – October 29–31, 2025 | Renaissance Hotel

The National Marine Propeller Association (NMPA) is proud to present the Annual Marine Propulsion Expo (AMPE) 2025, a premier professional trade networking and educational convention. This year’s event will be held October 29–31, 2025 at the Renaissance Hotel in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in conjunction with the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS).

The AMPE brings together propulsion professionals from across the industry for essential education, business-to-business networking, technical seminars, and social events, all while showcasing the latest and most advanced technology in marine propulsion.

Event Schedule

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

NMPA Industry Welcome Reception

• • President’s Welcome and Event Overview

  • Cocktails and Networking

Thursday, October 30, 2025

7:00 am – Registration Opens

8:00 am – 11:00 am | NMPA President’s Industry Breakfast & Keynote

9:00 am – President’s Welcome Remarks

9:15 am – Keynote Presentation: Ben Sorkin, CEO, Flux Marine – “From Propellers to Propulsion Systems”

10:15 am – Solas Presentation: Dr. Solas Lin, Solas Science & Engineering Co., Ltd.

11:00 am – 11:15 am – Break: Member Networking

11:15 am – 12:00 pm | Session 1: TBD
Presenter: David Juhlin, Michigan Wheel

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – Lunch

1:00 pm – 1:45 pm | Session 2: Beyond Repair: Identifying Non-Repairable Propellers
Presenters: Stew Foster, Prop Masters & Colton Watson, Precision Propeller

1:45 pm – 2:00 pm – Break: Member Networking

2:00 pm – 2:45 pm | Session 3: Innovations in New Propellers, Technology, Tools & Repair Techniques
Presenter: Doug Peck, New England Propeller

2:45 pm – 3:00 pm – Break: Member Networking

3:00 pm – 3:45 pm | Session 4: Pivoting Creates Small Business Success
Presenter: Terry Dyer, SurfacePrep

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Roundtable Discussions – Shop Talk: Propelling Excellence in Service Deliverability
Facilitators: Greg Sharrow (Sharrow Marine) & Ben Sorkin (Flux Marine)

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm | NMPA Marine Industry Cocktail Happy Hour

Friday, October 31, 2025

8:00 am – 10:00 am | NMPA Propulsion Awards Breakfast & Annual Meeting

• President’s Welcome Remarks & Association Update

• NMPA Awards of Excellence Presentations

• Annual Board of Director Elections

10:15 am – 11:30 am | Session 5: Pricing Trends & Strategies and Shop Tips & Tricks
Presenter: Jody Bell, Osbourne Propeller

End of 2025 AMPE Program

⚓ Optional Events

Sharrow Demo Boat Rides (RSVP Required)

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) – Each registered AMPE attendee will receive one complimentary ticket for entry to the show, which runs October 29–November 2, 2025. More details at www.flibs.com.

Why Attend?

The AMPE is the only event dedicated exclusively to propeller and propulsion system professionals. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge, access the latest innovations, and build connections that drive business forward — all while experiencing the energy of the world-renowned Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.

Register Today –  https://nmpa.net/propulsion-expo/