The CTBi has been established to assist in the developing and coordinating the leisure boatbuilding industry to increase job opportunities, stimulate growth and attract new investors.
The Cape Town Boatbuilding and Technology Initiative (CTBi) is a Section 21 (non-profit) entity funded by the City of Cape Town local government and Western Cape Provincial Government Directorates of Economic & Tourism Development.

Perks of being a CTBi member include:
 Create exposure for members via directories, websites and other marketing collateral
 Greater access to a variety of government departments and assistance with local issues affecting the productivity of boat builders
 To ascertain the growth and hindrances to further growth in companies’ export potential and development of BEE exporters
 Ensure the interests of SA manufacturers are protected in the international associations, especially ISO, via the working groups and standing committees
 Facilitate sector meetings for networking and matchmaking within each sector.
 Create opportunities for benchmarking and communal marketing within each sector
 Active networking in Government circles to highlight industry specific problem areas.
 Networking amongst members.
 Access to industry research and export figures
 Access to CTBi database for marketing and promotional purposes
 Exposure in prestigious publication, brought about by CTBi PR and marketing
 More training for companies who are entering export market
 Preferential access to short courses at FBC
 Input into CTBi strategic plans and projects
 Assistance with corporate governance matters like BEE ratings and HIV workshops

Contact Person:
Roshin Schmidt

Tel/Fax:
27 21 418 6134

Physical Address:
Ground Floor, Marina Offices
West Quay Road
V&A Waterfront
 8001

Postal Address:
P.O Box 51468
V&A Waterfront
Cape Town
8002