Dubai International Boat Show Extends Partnership with Dubai Harbour
The Dubai International Boat Show is thrilled to announce its long-term partnership with Dubai Harbour, the host venue. This partnership aims to accelerate the growth of the global yachting community in Dubai, the world’s premier marine leisure tourism hub.
A Strategic Location for Expansion
With this agreement, the Dubai International Boat Show secures a dedicated infrastructure and location at Dubai Harbour for the immediate and foreseeable future. This provides ample opportunities for expansion and ensures a long-term home for the largest boat show in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.
Dubai: The New World of Leisure Yachting
“Dubai represents the new world and a new era in leisure yachting,” said Trixie LohMirmand, Executive Vice President at Dubai World Trade Centre, the organizer of the Dubai International Boat Show. The city’s vibrant energy and stunning skyline make it the perfect setting for a world-class boat show.
Dubai Boat Show and Dubai Harbour are committed to building the next outstanding and sought-after yachting hub in the world. This long-term partnership provides investors with the confidence to fast-track their development plans in the region.
A Fitting Venue for Global Maritime Success
His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Hareb, Senior Advisor of the Dubai International Boat Show and Secretary General of the Dubai Sports Council, believes that Dubai Harbour is a fitting venue for a city that is making its mark in the global maritime space. The collaboration between Dubai International Boat Show and Dubai Harbour inspires confidence and fuels the growth of the international yachting community.
Dubai Harbour: A Waterfront Community of Distinction
Abdulla Binhabtoor, Chief Portfolio Management Officer at Shamal Holding, the owner and curator of Dubai Harbour, highlights the significance of the Dubai International Boat Show as a catalyst for the advancement of the maritime industry. With Dubai Harbour as the natural home for the boat show, the partnership between Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai International Boat Show will continue to contribute to the thriving leisure maritime sector for years to come.
Continued Growth Supported by Long-Standing Partners
The Dubai International Boat Show’s partnership with Dubai Harbour is celebrated by long-standing local and global partners, exhibitors, shipyards, and yacht brokers. They recognize Dubai as the focal point of long-term business growth in the maritime industry.
Abeer Al Shaali, Deputy Managing Director at Gulf Craft, a UAE-based yacht manufacturer, expresses excitement about the continued partnership. With the world-class infrastructure and iconic landscape at Dubai Harbour, the boat show can accommodate more visitors, boats, clients, suppliers, and international organizations in the maritime industry.
New Format in 2025
The 31st Dubai International Boat Show is set to take place at Dubai Harbour from 12-16 February 2025. It promises to bring a new concept with innovative and creative formats, attracting higher international participation and capturing the energy of one of the world’s most influential yachting events.
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