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The booming market place for boating and marine related activities in the
Middle East will receive a further boost from the upcoming 13th Annual
Dubai
International Boat Show 2005, scheduled from March 15 to 19, 2005, at the
Dubai International Marine Club, Mina Seyahi.
The show, organised by Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) is expected to
attract thousands of visitors, and will feature some of the world's most
exclusive crafts. The 8,500 square meter exhibition area will accommodate
400 exhibitors from 30 countries in addition to 80 berths for boats ranging
from 39ft to over 200ft, making it the premier networking event for buyers
to access manufacturers of boats as well as companies offering related
marine equipment and services.
Commenting on the show, Helen Wynd, International Project Manger, Dubai
International Boat Show, DWTC said, "The Gulf region is emerging as a
prominent boating centre with the development of a number of waterfront
properties and extensive marinas. This year's show boasts more boats than
ever before from the leading regional and global players as well as
additional exhibition space including a new VIP area. It's the largest
gathering of leisure boats, equipment and associated services in the Middle
East and will go a long way in establishing the show globally as a must
attend event and confirming the region as a premier boating hub."
Countries in the Persian Gulf are fast developing into the most mature
market for the marine leisure industry, with a boat park of leisure, sailing
and entertainment vessels exceeding 30,000 craft, a recent report has shown.
Report findings by Mike Derrett Marine indicates that the
UAE, Kuwait and
Qatar lead the GCC region as the largest and most developed market in the
Middle East region with leisure fishing being one of the main drivers for
leisure boating in the Gulf. Furthermore, a considerable increase in
waterfront property purchasers by internationals possessing a high
purchasing power is driving up the numbers of imported boats from leading
European and US builders in addition to crafts from local yards.
"Dubai International Boat Show serves as a unique platform to showcase
the latest developments in the marine industry, providing endless networking
possibilities with participants from around the world" continues Wynd. "A
major highlight this year will be the Gulf Boating Conference, discussing
the characteristics of leisure boating in the Gulf, and the importance of
after sales service in the region. The event will also examine key facts and
figures about the boating industry, giving participants a crucial insight
into the market." |
