# Maritime and powerboat racing events in Shanghai

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/maritime-and-powerboat-racing-events-in-shanghai
> Updated: 2026-09-12T06:28:35.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

Shanghai is preparing to host major maritime and powerboat racing events, including the third round of the 2026 UIM Formula 1 championship in the Baoshan district. These events feature hydroplanes capable of speeds exceeding 200 kilometres per hour.

In addition to racing, the city is set to host the 2027 ICOMIA World Marinas Conference (IWMC2027) from March 30 to April 2. This marks the first time the conference will be held in mainland China, aligning with national economic priorities to upgrade marina infrastructure and reform the yacht and cruise sectors.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-12: Shanghai MXGP: Jeffrey Herlings dominates MXGP class

Jeffrey Herlings dominated the MXGP class in Shanghai, while Camden McLellan won the MX2 first moto during the 2026 Motocross World Championship round in China.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mxgp-of-china-camden-mclellan-leads-mx2-qualifying-in-shanghai

### 2026-08-26: Shanghai to host major powerboat racing and international marina conference

Shanghai is set to host the 2026 UIM Formula 1 powerboat Grand Prix and the 2027 ICOMIA World Marinas Conference, highlighting China's expanding leisure yacht and marine infrastructure sectors.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shanghai-to-host-major-powerboat-racing-and-international-marina-conference

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