Dubai, United Arab Emirates – The 11th edition of the Dubai Used Boat Show kicked off on Friday evening at Dubai Creek Marina.
Which will be held during the period from October 31 to November 2 under the slogan “A boat for every person”.
With the participation of more than 50 brands from around the world, more than 50 yachts and boats are on display, with a total value exceeding 200 million dirhams.
The exhibition is expected to attract more than five thousand visitors from investors, sea lovers and those interested in purchasing luxury boats and yachts.
It includes offers on a variety of used boats at competitive prices and high quality.
Reflecting Dubai’s position as a major platform for innovation in the world of recreational navigation and a leading center for the used boat trade in the region.
Reports issued by the Dubai Maritime Authority at the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation showed that the number of maritime vehicles registered in Dubai in 2024 reached 7,738.
An increase of 14.4% compared to 2023.
The number of marine crew members increased to 12,226, a growth rate of 22.8%.
This reflects the confidence of investors and operators in the emirate’s advanced marine environment.
A major event in the region
Abdullah Ali Al Nun, Director of Special Projects at Dubai Golf and official of Via Marine, the organizer of the exhibition, confirmed that organizing the used boat exhibition in Dubai embodies the emirate’s position as a global center for sea lovers and the yacht industry.
He pointed out that the exhibition has become a major event on the marine events agenda in the region.
He said that the slogan of the current session, “A boat for everyone”, reflects the organizer’s commitment to making the world of boats closer to everyone, by providing various options that suit different categories and budgets, and enhancing the concepts of financing and sustainability within the growing maritime economy system, adding that the momentum of participation reflects the confidence of companies and investors in Dubai’s pioneering role in supporting innovation and developing the recreational navigation sector.
He added that the “Used Boat Show in Dubai” represents a model platform for concluding deals and attracting investments, and contributes to supporting the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) and strengthening the emirate’s position in the maritime industry.
It also aligns with the country’s move towards a circular economy by encouraging the circulation of used boats and reducing the need for new manufacturing.
On its first day, the exhibition witnessed a wide turnout of visitors.
This confirms its position as a leading platform for sea lovers and investors in the recreational boating sector.
It offers a complete experience for those wishing to enter the world of boats for the first time.
Through a wide range of boats ranging in length from 20 to 100 feet, along with financing, insurance, maintenance and marine supplies services.
