After the amazing success of the 2009 Dubai International Boat Show, the organizers have announced that they will expand next year’s show even more. The Dubai International Marine Club and the Dubai World Trade Centre are promising to provide more berths for so-called “super yachts” in 2010 as well as to provide more marina and land exhibits.
The 2009 five-day event saw attendance soar, in spite of the stalled global economy. Thousands of returning visitors and exhibitors were joined by numerous new participants. In the wake of this resounding success, companies in the high-end leisure marine industry are already requesting spots for next year’s event, leading to the recent announcement regarding the 2010 show.
In addition to providing the additional berths, organizers are looking to increase the available space for both marina and land displays. They also plan to provide greater accessiblity by reconfiguring the exhibition area.
The CEO of the Dubai World Trade Centre, Helal Saeed Almarri, issued a statement saying “The Dubai International Boat Show has firmly placed Dubai and the UAE on the world map of the leisure marine industry.” The appeal of the show is its ability to bring together international sellers with regional buyers of these elite products.
Dubai has become somewhat of a playground for the super rich. With miles of coastline, artificial islands, and numerous attractions, the region is ideal for yachts and other leisure vessels. Those who prefer to stay on dry land can choose between a luxury Dubai beach resort or a five star hotel in Dubai City.
This year’s Boat Show saw a nearly fifty percent increase in super-yachts on display, with nineteen vessels on site. Numerous super-yacht builders exhibited in the event and were pleased with the response. Next year expect that number to rise again.
The 2009 Dubai Boat Show was held from March 3-7, 2009 at the Dubai International Marine Club.