Metstrain: the sustainable way to travel to Metstrade
20 April 2026

Early bird tickets available now

Following the success of its Metstrain initiative in 2025, Metstrade is pleased to announce its return for the 2026 edition, with a limited number of early bird tickets available now. Providing an accessible and sustainable method of travel, Metstrain creates an opportunity for networking and collaboration before the show even starts.  

Metstrain will feature a private carriage in the Eurostar, running from London to Amsterdam. It is ideal for those based in the UK looking for a more relaxed journey to the show, while maximising networking opportunities. Travellers can expect a smooth, productive, and enjoyable journey to the world’s most influential leisure marine trade event.   

Metstrain will depart from London St Pancras International on Monday 16th November, and arrive into Amsterdam Central Station, allowing delegates time to explore the city before the show starts on Tuesday 17th November.  

There are also no weight limits to worry about, as travellers will be able to take as much luggage onboard as they can carry.  

A dedicated travel coordinator will be on hand throughout the trip, and all guests will receive a complimentary lunch package and an official show catalogue. 

The Eurostar carriage is exclusively reserved for Metstrade attendees, creating the perfect setting to connect with like-minded marine professionals. To make the experience even more enjoyable, curated onboard entertainment will be available.  

A Metstrain ticket will include:  

  • Personal welcome at London St. Pancras train station 
  • Quick and easy Metstrain check-in; no queuing 
  • Seat in a dedicated train compartment, exclusively for Metstrade visitors 
  • As much luggage as travellers can carry  
  • Metstrade catalogue  
  • Lunch, including a drink 
  • Special discount (10-15% based on travel class) on your return train ticket by Eurostar 

We’re excited to bring back Metstrain for 2026, offering our UK delegates a smoother, greener, and more connected way to travel to Metstrade. Following the fantastic response in 2025, this year’s dedicated Eurostar carriage once again transforms the journey from London to Amsterdam into an extension of the show itself, where valuable conversations, new connections, and a sense of shared purpose begin before visitors even arrive. With early bird tickets now available, we look forward to welcoming attendees onboard for a relaxed, sustainable, and truly memorable start to their Metstrade experience.

Niels Klarenbeek Director at Metstrade

Metstrain is proud to have the support of key partners in the leisure marine industry, who recognise the benefit of sustainable travel, including The Magenta Project, IBI, McKenna Townsend and Marine Impact Lab.  

Metstrain spaces are limited – early booking is encouraged to avoid disappointment. Early bird tickets are available now, costing €115 (increasing to €145 after early bird discount). To book, please visit: https://register.visitcloud.com/survey/105h506ky4tp6  

Metstrain tickets exclude entry to Metstrade. Registration for tickets to Metstrade will open in early July and must be completed separately.