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36' bbi Billboard Boat Reaches the New Jersey Shore (7/5/2010)

This past weekend, Surf and Turf Inflatable Billboards, launched bbi's amphibious billboards in the New Jersey market. A 36' board was pulled offshore of popular beaches and gathered a ton of attention. The first campaign was a huge success and advertisers are lining up to lease floating ad space for this summer.

CA Boating Floats on the 4th (7/5/2010)

A 24' billboard appeared in the Marina del Rey for the California Department of Boating and Waterways over the holiday weekend. The mobile billboard was widely viewed by recreational boaters, local beach goers, and firework show crowds.

Floating Billboards Debut on Water in Brazil (5/5/2010)

The bbi floating billboards recently made their first on-water appearance in Brazil. A 36' display system appeared offshore of São Luís for a national real estate corporation.

Introduction in Cancun, Mexico (4/20/2010)

bbi products made their on water debut in Cancun this past weekend. The billboards, operated by local bbi representative Comiendo Flecha, were featured on the crysal blue waters for a Nautica Boats promotion. To learn more about Comiendo Flecha and nontraditional ad services in Cancun, visit http://www.comiendoflecha.com.mx

bbi Continues International Expansion (4/14/2010)

Everyone around the globe is talking about bbi Display Systems! The billboards were featured in 5 different articles in 4 different languages over the past 2 weeks. See below:

English: http://www.business-opportunities.biz/2010/03/29/niche-biz-aqua-billboards/
Spanish: http://haganegocios.com/publicidad-flotante-una-oportunidad-para-ganar-dinero-extrana-pero-que-puede-ser-rentable.html
Polish: http://www.przejdznaswoje.pl/artykuly/wielki-billboard-na-wodzie
Russian: http://coolidea.ru/2010/03/30/inflatable-billboards/
Russian: http://www.1000ideas.ru/?p=3729

More US Operator Locations on the Horizon (4/5/2010)

bbi has received dozens of orders for delivery this summer in the USA. Keep your eyes peeled for new, shiny bbi Display Systems popping up in New Jersey, New Orleans, Ohio....to name just a few.

bbi Floating Billboards Debut in Cyprus (3/17/2010)

Systems arrived in the Mediterranean last week and are already beginning to turn heads. A 36' floating billboard consisting of 3 IBB200 units linked together, operated by Ding Ding Group, made its on-water debut in Larnaka, Cyprus. Systems are scheduled to reach the shores of Greece shortly so keep your eyes peeled.

Pentagono Brazil (3/16/2010)

bbi is pleased to welcome Pentagono to the rapidly growing international team.Pentagono supplies a wide variety of the outdoor advertising mediums throughout Brazil and will serve as the exclusive bbi associate in the country. bbi products will provide them with a new universal format that can be displayed in any location.

72' (22m) Display Appears at the 2010 PGA Puerto Rico Open (3/15/2010)

Numerous bbi systems were once again featured at the 2010 PGA Puerto Rico Open including a 72' floating billboard. Click here to view a full size photo of the 72' (22m) billboard operated by bbi's Caribbean associate, CIB. Advertisers on bbi systems at the event included Pepsi, Puerto Rico Tourism and the Gran Melia Resort.

Ding Ding Group Appointed Exclusive Associate in Cyprus and Greece (3/8/2010)

bbi announced today it has reached an agreement with Ding Ding Group, a nontraditional advertising operator and leading supplier of premiere printing services in the Meditteranean, to exclusively represent bbi's patented billboards throughout both Greece and Cyprus.

bbi Products Emerging in New Markets (2/22/2010)

bbi has reached initial agreements for product representation in several new international territories. Products are in route and will be making there debuts soon. Stay tuned as we will leak the operating locations and welcome new bbi associates shortly.

Hard Rock Casino Billboard Placed at Gasparilla Pirate Festival (2/03/2010)

Hard Rock Casino selected bbi Display's inflatable billboards to promote their brand at the Gasparilla Pirate Festival. Seminole Hard Rock Casino is the title sponsor of the 101st annual festival that reports an average attendance of 400,000.

Floating Billboards at the Toronto International Boat Show Appear on the Morning News (1/18/2010)

bbi Display's products were recently featured on a giant indoor lake for Bombardier at the Toronto Boat Show. The floating billboard, supplied by Tynk Outdoor, appeared on Breakfast Television (video above), a Toronto news broadcast. An electric trolling motor was attached to the billboard so the ad independently spun in circles.

New Videos Posted on YouTube (1/12/2010)

Several new video clips depicting the mobility of bbi Display's inflatable billboards have been posted on You Tube. Clips include the amphibious billboards being towed by boats and also a IBB200 unit being towed with a snowmobile. Visit http://www.youtube.com/user/BBIDISPLAYS to view the new clips.

bbi's Advertising Inflatables Arrive in the United Kingdom (1/11/2010)

H style systems have officially arrived in the UK this afternoon. The inflatable advertising products will make their first market appearance soon.

bbi's Advertising Inflatables Featured in Wide Format Imaging Mag (1/11/2010)

Wide Format Imaging recently published a story about bbi Displays product debut in Western Australia. Click here to read the full article.

Inflatable Billboard Product Update (1/04/2010)

The 200K inflatable display system design has been modified and the new 200H units are now in stock. A few improvements include additional cross support for added stability in harsh weather conditions and an updated valve system for the airtight displays. We have received overwhelming positive feedback from associates who are now operating the modified design.

bbi Outdoor Advertising Products Featured in B&T Magazine (12/15/2009)

Carlton Dry's floating billboard campaign received press in B&T magazine. Click here and visit page 2 to view the article.

Debut in Perth, Australia for Carlton Beer (12/01/2009)

A 36' billboard made its first appearance in Perth this past weekend on water. The billboard featuring Carlton Dry's "dry dream" campaign was towed by a boat along the coast. To view the complete press release, click here.

bbi Adriatic (11/25/2009)

bbi Display Systems would like to welcome bbi Adria as the newest member of the team. bbi Adria will serve as the dealer in several territories including Bosnia and Herzegovina, Crotia, Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia.

bbi Products Make Way to Trinidad & Tobago (11/15/2009)

Label House Group Limited, a regional market leader in branding solutions, has been selected as the representative for bbi's inflatable signs in Trinidad. The products will debut in the region shortly.

Nigeria Debut (10/19/2009)

bbi inflatable signs made their debut in Lagos this past weekend with Coca-Cola becoming the first advertiser. Coca-Cola is using the portable billboards to promote the brand and their partnership with the upcoming FIFA World Cup.

Media Buys in Nigeria (9/22/2009)

bbi Display Systems have landed in Lagos and will make their on-water debut shortly. Luzo Media has received campaign commitments from Coca-Cola and Guinness in the first month of operation.

Sign of the Times Magazine (8/18/2009)

The newest online edition of SignWeb features photos and a blurb about bbi Inflatable Display Systems in the Grand Format and Outdoor section. Visit http://signweb.com/content/on-land-and-sea-0 to view the SignWeb feature.

bbi Expands Network into Nigeria (8/17/2009)

bbi would like to welcome the newest international distributor, Luzo Media. Luzo Media has been appointed the exclusive representative of bbi Display Systems in Nigeria and will be introducing the products to the Lagos market in the very near future.

Billboards appear for Honda at F-1 Race in Russia (8/13/2009)

bbi Inflatable Display Systems made their debut in Russia at F-1 boat race. Honda and RRT placed several units on the water and beaches in St. Petersburg which attracted over 150,000 spectators. Pictures from the event can be viewed at: http://www.sostav.ru/news/2009/08/13/r4/

bbi in The Log (8/11/2009)

A bbi floating billboard displayed for the California Department of Boating and Waterways' Boat Responsibly campaign was featured in The Log, "California's #1 Boating & Fishing Newspaper." Click here to read the complete article.

bbi Displays Gets a Plug in Event Marketer Magazine (8/10/2009)

The newest edition of Event Marketer Magazine features an article titled "Pumped Up" about the use of inflatables at corporate events. BBI Displays receives honorable mention regarding the amphibious billboard displays at the LPGA State Farm Classic. To view the complete article, click here.

bbi Products Featured in Media In Canada (7/20/2009)

Tynk Outdoor, bb's Ontario associate, and the amphibious advertising products made headlines in the publication Media In Canada. The electronic issue also included an image of the Coors Light floating billboard located in Niagara Falls operated by Tynk Outdoor. Click here to view the complete Media In Canada article.

Floating Billboards Appear in Marketing Mag (7/20/2009)

Marketing Mag published a story about an ongoing Bell Aliant campaign that utilizes bbi's floating billboard systems. The bbi floating billboard for Bell Aliant has been generating a ton of exposure and a photo of the floating billboard was even featured on the cover of the Halifax Chronicle Herald business section. Click here to read the Marketing Mag article.

Mobile Floating Billboard Photo Published in The Chronicle Herald (7/14/2009)

A photo of the Bell Aliant floating billboard being towed in Halifax was published on the cover of The Chronicle Herald business section.

Boat Responsibly (6/22/2009)

bbi and the California Department of Boating and Waterways have teamed up to promote responsible boating. The PSA campaign kicked off on the first summer weekend and is set to run in the Los Angeles market during select summer weekends.

First Day of Summer (6/21/2009)

bbi Display Systems provide a prime advertising medium to reach coastal audiences and many advertisers took advantage of this opportunity on the first day of summer. bbi's amphibious billboards appeared on water in dozens of global locations from Los Angeles to South Africa. A few advertisers that were featured on bbi products this weekend included Miller Lite, AT&T, Apple, CA Dept of Boating and Waterways .... Visit the website gallery to view select photos.

WOW debuts bbi products in Portugal (6/17/2009)

bbi Display Systems made their on water debut in Lisbon this past weekend. iZi collaboarted with WOW on the first campaign in Portugal to promote their online retail business.

bbi products arrive in Cyprus and Russia (6/10/2009)

bbi is pleased to announce we have established relations with advertising operators in both Cyprus and Russia. The products have landed and will be making their market debut soon. Stay tuned!

bbi Products and Portugal Associate featured in Meios & Publicidade (6/02/2009)

The current online issue of Meios & Publicidade features a story about the launch of bbi's aquatic billboards in Portugal by WOW. The article discusses the product's unique features and the nontraditional advertising services to be offered by WOW in Portugal. Click here to view the complete Meios & Publicidade article.

Pocket Communications promotes new product with bbi Displays floating billboards(5/26/2009)

Pocket Communications has teamed up with local bbi TX operator, Splash Exposure, to promote their new unlimited wireless calling plan and product availability in the TX area. Floating billboard ads will appear along TX beaches during select summer weekends.

 

bbi Products Win Canadian Marketing Association Convention Award (4/29/2009)

We are pleased to announce that bbi Inflatable Display's patented amphibious products won "Best Product Display" in the booth competition at the Canadian Marketing Association (CMA) National Convention. The inflatable billboards and booth presentation were provided by Tynk Outdoor, the official distributor of bbi products in Ontario. Visit Tynk Outdoor to learn more about advertising on bbi products in Ontario.

Amphibious Inflatable Billboards Displayed at UIM Championships (4/19/2009)

bbi inflatable signs were featured on the water and on the beach at the UIM World Inflatable Boat Championships in Port Elizabeth. The inflatable display systems, installed by bbi South Africa, featured ads for Red Square and Nelson Bay Bay Municipality, who is the host city for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Photos of the event are posted in the gallery.

bbi Inflatable Displays Appears in Article about On-Water Advertising (4/06/2009)

bbi's inflatable signs were featured in a recent Media Life Magazine (MLM) article about floating billboards and on-water advertising. The complete article can be viewed in MLM's out-of-home advertising section.

Mediterranean and Persian Gulf Regions Getting Onboard with bbi (2/12/2009)

bbi is delighted to inform our customers that the patented advertising medium will be introduced in both the Mediterranean and Persian Gulf region very shortly. Systems are currently in transit to Oman. Stay tuned!

Additionally, bbi is currently in negotiations with numerous companies located in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Turkey and Greece regarding the introduction and representation of the products. Expect the systems to make their debut in numerous additional locations prior to the end of the first quarter of 2009 as bbi continues to reinvent alternative media around the globe.

Alternative Media Spending Continues to Grow (2/11/2009)

Despite the slumping ad economy, alternative media spending is expected to continue its rapid growth. In a recent survey, 69% of media planners and buyers surveyed believe alternative ad spending would increase in 2009. Please visit Media Life Magazine (MLM) for the complete survey results.

MLM stated a few major reasons for the growth of alternative media include the "ability to deliver highly targeted messages" and "avoiding the rising clutter found with other media."

bbi in Spain and Portugal (2/03/2009)

bbi would like to welcome WOW as the newest associate team member. WOW will be representing the products in Spain and Portugal in addition to providing consultant services for the rest of Europe. Systems will be landing on the Iberian Peninsula very soon! To learn more about acquiring bbi systems in Spain or Portugal, contact WOW.

New Distributor Office in South Africa (2/01/2009)

Billboard Boats Inc. is pleased to announce that agreements have been reached and BBi South Africa has become the official exclusive distributor of bbi products in South Africa. BBi South Africa becomes the first distributor office located on the continent of Africa. Visit BBi South Africa for regional information.

Feature Article in Outdoor Today Magazine (1/30/2009)

bbi Display Systems were recently featured in Outdoor Today Magazine. The 3 page article was published in the January 2009 magazine edition of Outdoor Advertising, formerly known as Outdoor Today, and will also be featured on their website in the near future. Contact bbi to receive a copy of the article.

bbi in Toronto (1/29/2009)

bbi would like to welcome Tynk Outdoor to the bbi associate team. bbi has chosen Tynk Outdoor to represent the patented advertising products in Ontario. The systems are now available for lease or purchase throughout the Ontario province. Contact Tynk Outdoor to obtain more information about the use of bbi products in the region.

bbi Appears in Media Life Magazine (1/26/2009)

bbi Display's floating billboards were mentioned in a recent Media Life Magazine article about beach advertising. Please visit Media Life Magazine to read the full article.

bbi featured in Outdoor Advertising Magazine (12/10/2008)

Outdoor Advertising Magazine published a 2 page article about bbi’s patented inflatable advertising signs in the November/December issue. Please contact Outdoor Advertising Magazine to obtain a copy of the article.

On Water Debut in New Zealand (11/25/2008)

LCS, the official distributor of bbi Inflatable Display Systems in New Zealand, towed the on water inflatable sign in Auckland Harbor establishing it as the first amphibious billboard to be displayed in New Zealand. Click here to view the press release.

bbi in South Africa (11/19/2008)

bbi Inflatable Display Systems are now available in South Africa. Visit bbi South Africa at www.bbidisplays.co.za for more information.

bbi appears in Strategy Magazine (10/15/2008)

A small blurb about bbi’s patented floating billboards was published in Strategy Magazine. Click here to view the online version.

Ireland (9/04/08)

bbi would like to welcome our newest international representative, Front Five Marketing. Front Five Marketing has joined the bbi team as the inflatable display representative in Ireland.

bbi and TrashtalkFCM Join Forces (8/20/08)

bbi Inflatable Display Systems (bbi) announced today that it has chosen TrashTalkFCM (TTFCM), one of the country’s leading nontraditional marketing companies, to manage its media sales and campaign execution efforts. Please click here to view the complete press release.

On-Water Debut in South Korea (7/07/08)

DM Communications towed a bbi floating billboard on the East Sea along Gyeongpo Beach, the largest tourist beach on Korea's east coast. The floating billboards were used as a unique way to promote the local Gangneung City government. According to the Gangneung City tourism department, hundreds of thousands of tourists visit Gyeongpo Beach every day. Click here to view a photo from the campaign.

Serbia (5/05/2008)

We are pleased to announce our services are now available in Serbia and will be available in the surrounding Balkan region in the near future. bbi welcomes Nebojsa Vojnovic as the newest international associate.

South Korea (4/07/2008)

bbi would like to welcome DM Communications as the newest member of the bbi team. DM Communications has become the exclusive dealer in South Korea.

bbi Display Systems and CIB in the record books (3/17/2008)

Caribbean Inflatable Billboards, the exclusive distributor of bbi Displays in the Caribbean region, recently set a record for "Largest Amphibious Airtight Billboard." The 72' (22m) double sided billboard, comprised of 6 large bbi Display Systems linked together, was displayed at the inaugural PGA Puerto Rico Open at the Trump International Golf Club. Click here for the full story.

New Zealand (2/08/2008)

bbi is pleased to announce LCS The Media Xperts has joined the bbi team as the exclusive dealer of bbi products in New Zealand.

bbi in the Caribbean (10/15/2007)

bbi would like to welcome Caribbean Inflatable Billboards (C.I.B.) as the exclusive distributor of bbi products in over 20 countries in the Caribbean region. C.I.B. is headquartered in Puerto Rico and associate offices will open in other Caribbean locations in the near future.

LPGA (9/05/2007)

bbi Display systems were recently utilized at the LPGA State Farm event Aug. 27- Sept. 2. The systems were displayed on course lakes at the Rail Course in Springfield, IL and appeared numerous times on the television broadcast.

CA Dept of Boating and Waterways (6/25/2007)

The California Department of Boating and Waterways is currently using bbi Display Systems at several California lakes this summer to promote boating safety. Visit www.boatresponsibly.com for event information.

F-1 Grand Prix (05/31/2007)

The systems will appear at the F-1 Grand Prix of Canada in Montreal on June 8-10 featuring Honda advertisements.

Principal Charity Classic (5/30/2007)

The Principal Charity Classic, a tournament on the PGA Champions Tour, will be utilizing bbi Displays at the upcoming tournament June 5-10 in Des Moines, Iowa.

"Best New Product" Award (05/10/2007)

Our patented billboard systems and IBA won the Sign-A-Rama Australian Store Owners Award for "Best New Product" at the 2007 Australia New Zealand Expo.

Star Struck (04/30/2007)

Toyota advertised on our billboards at the Stan Humphries Celebrity Classic organized by Integrated Sports Marketing which raised nearly $128,000 for Rady Children's Hospital. Jerry Rice, John Elway, Ray Romano, and Bode Miller were just a few celebrities who posed in front of the billboard that was featured as the tee box backdrop on the first hole.

bbi Hooks a Big Fish (3/26/2007)

FLW Outdoors will be displaying bbi systems on the water at select events sponsored by Chevrolet and the National Guard on FLW tour. Visit www.flwoutdoors.com for event info.

When Billboards Go Wild! (2/06/2007)

A 36’ floating billboard advertisement was towed this past weekend to promote the Mitsubishi Colt Cabriolet. The billboard advertisement displayed a huge photo of the convertible car and “GO TOPLESS” appeared in front of over15,000 at the Brighton Jetty Classics Swim. An article about the campaign was feautured in B & T Magazine.

Money in the (Adelaide) Bank (1/05/2007)

IBA successfully launched the first Australian on-water advertising campaign with bbi Display Systems. A 24’ billboard with Adelaide Bank advertisements was towed along the coast of popular Henley Beach.

Ad News Australia (12/22/2006)

Ad News Australia published an article promoting the introduction of bbi Display Systems in Australia and the unique mobile floating billboard services.

bbi Floats among the stars (10/23/2006)

bbi Displays' floating billboards appear at LNG event along side Pierce Brosnan, Halle Berry, Cindy Crawford, Daryl Hannah, and Dick van Dyke.

A 36' mobile floating billboard was towed in front of beach goers at a natural gas protest for Coastal Advocates last week and the billboard advertisement received media coverage on several national and local news broadcasts across the country (ABC, Fox, CBS, NBC). Additionally, the Associated Press mentioned the floating "sign in the water" with a "message that had a picture of the proposed terminal with a red line through it and two words: “Terminate it!” The article was published in over 200 periodicals worldwide.

From the Mid-West to the Middle East (08/10/2006)

Our services are now available in Kuwait. Adding to our growing display locations list, the billboards recently floated on the Persian Gulf.

Media Life Magazine (7/25/2006)

Media Life Magazine published a feature article in the out-of-home section about bbi Displays mobile floating billboard services. To view the article, please visit our media page or visit www.medialifemagazine.com

Golden arches on the water (06/15/2006)

bbi Display Systems would like to welcome McDonald's onboard as the latest advertiser to utilize our unique, floating billboard services. McDonald's and MPG's campaign utilizes our mobile floating billboards to promote the introduction of Newman's Own Organic iced coffee at select locations in New England.

bbi expands into Israel (05/05/2006)

bbi Displays is proud to announce expansion of our services into Israel. We would like to welcome the newest member to our team. The billboards have now been displayed on the Sea of Galilee in addition to tons of other bodies of water worldwide.