The Dubai International Boat Show 2014, the region's leading leisure marine event organised by Dubai World Trade Centre, is expected to draw 26,000 visitors from 70 countries from March 4-8 at Dubai International Marine Club, Mina Seyahi. Dubai International Boat Show 2014 has experienced robust growth in tandem with the Middle East maritime market's surge in growth due to a range of factors including major coastal developments, soaring consumer confidence and accelerated boat manufacturing activity.
Hosting Expo 2020 is also set to have a significant impact on the marine industry in Dubai and the UAE, acting as a catalyst for economic growth, marine industry experts say. Robust show growth is evidenced by a 20 percent participation of new exhibitors among the 750 companies and brands at the show and 42 global and regional premiers that are scheduled to take place. In addition, over 430 boats valued at AED 1.8 billion will be displayed at the 22nd edition of the show. Dubai International Boat Show organisers have confirmed 30 luxury boats exceeding 21 metres, which includes 19 spectacular superyachts.