The Dubai International Boat Show, the largest and most prestigious event in the field of marine lifestyle in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, announced the conclusion of its activities after a successful week that witnessed numerous high-value boat sales, valuable discussions exploring the latest developments in the sector, and other leading agreements and partnerships shaping the future of the yachting world. The exhibition reinforced the emirate’s status as a hub for marine business and entertainment activities, aligning with Dubai’s growing prominence as one of the world’s top destinations for marine tourism.
The Dubai International Boat Show serves as a leading platform connecting major boat manufacturers with high-net-worth individuals. The most significant sale during the exhibition was recorded by The House Yachts, which sold a Lamborghini 63 yacht from the Technomar for Lamborghini brand to a resident of the United Arab Emirates. Commenting on this, Beatrice Checcardi stated, “The show has been exciting and rich with potential deals that we are close to finalizing, starting from the second day. Our booth this year welcomed potential buyers from the youth segment from various countries. The exhibition serves as the ideal platform to meet industry experts, providing the best global venue to enhance collaboration.”
Sanlorenzo sold three yachts during the exhibition, reflecting the show’s role as a cornerstone for achieving substantial sales by reaching new potential buyers and engaging with existing clients. A representative of the company at the exhibition stated, “We are extremely pleased this year, especially as we welcomed a larger number of visitors compared to last year. We showcased three boats for the first time and successfully sold them all. We hope to exhibit an even greater number of boats next time.”
Abeer Al Shualy, Deputy CEO of Gulf Craft, mentioned, “Gulf Craft sold several of its flagship boats during the exhibition, including Majesty yachts, Nomad yachts, and the Silvercraft and Silvercat brands. We are still finalizing some other deals. We confirm our continuous commitment to staying abreast of the latest global trends and our steadfast dedication to evolving in line with the sector.