Mission & Vision
Phuket International Marine Expo: Boating and Lifestyle
The inaugural PIMEX took place in December 2003. Phuket, with its rapidly expanding marine industry and a healthy property market was already established as one of the worlds prime leisure destinations and a favourite with those seeking to relocate to a better lifestyle.
The marine players and property developers were in need of a showcase for Phuket and Thailand's assets and to bring products from overseas to the Thai market.
Shortly after this first show the import duty on boats was reduced to zero as the government quickly realised the potential of this high end sustainable tourism.The show has matured over the years and now is held at Phuket's most prestigious residential marina project.