Today the main exhibition of yachts and boats in the Middle East has opened in Dubai Harbor. The Middle East today is the second region of the world in terms of the number of billionaire yacht owners. They own 12.6% of super- and megayachts, and their combined wealth is an amount of 4.3 trillion dollars.



This year’s event gathers more than 1,000 brands, according to event organizer Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), more than 150 boats and 30,000 visitors. The exhibition is open to visitors every day from 15:00 to 20:00 and will be closing on Sunday, March 5. 


Majesty 111

Gulf Craft is showcasing the new Majesty 111 and Nomad 101 superyachts. Making their global debut at DIBS 2023, the two superyachts are the new leaders in their class. For both yachts fuel efficiency, smart product design, and emissions-reducing technologies are very important keys. Nomad 101 features powerful engines, which, combined with much better fuel efficiency, unlock more adventurous and far-flung destinations for exploration. 


Nomad 101

Also the shipyard brought the Majesty 120, Majesty 100, Majesty 72, Majesty 62, Nomad 70, Oryx 379 and Silvercraft 32 WA.


Ferretti Yachts 780

The 24-meter Ferretti Yachts 780 is on display for the first time in the region. One of the most popular models of the title brand Ferretti Group, which was restyled in 2022, she is the result of collaboration between the Strategic Product Committee led by Mr. Piero Ferrari, the Ferretti Group Engineering Department, and Ideaeitalia for the interior design. 


Riva 88’ Folgore

For the first time Ferretti Group displayed the sporty Riva 88’ Folgore, Pershing 5X, the first “X Generation” yacht. Visitors also can see Pershing 8X, Ferretti Yachts 670 and Riva Corsaro 100'. 


Fly 68

Azimut will bring four models: Fly 68 and 53, S10 and Grande 27M. Among them the Fly 68, the latest model in the Flybridge series and another collaboration between the shipyard and designers Alberto Mancini and Achille Salvagni will be ‘one of the stars of the show’, expected the shipyard. 


X95

Princess Yachts displays X95, F55, F50, F45, V60 and V50. Characterized by beautifully sculpted surfaces, with long flowing lines that extend from bow to stern, the X95 made a show debut. 


Sunseeker 74 Sport Yacht XPS

The Sunseeker introduces a 74 Sport Yacht XPS. The yacht features dramatic styling and numerous luxurious appointments, available together as part of a limited edition package with twin MAN V12-1900 engines delivering 38 knots.


Soaring

Ocean Independence is showing the 68m Soaring, Abeking & Rasmussen iconic 2020 megayacht, which was recently listed for sale.


Amels 80

Damen Yachting is promoting the designs of two Espen Oeino-designed Limited Editions, the Amels 60 and Amels 80, while Damen is betting on the SeaXplorer 60 and the Yacht Support 53 escort ship.

Oceanco presents a new Aeolus concept. The Dubai Boat Show will feature the booths of Benetti, Lürssen, Feadship and Lloyd Werft.


Sunreef 60 Power

Polish shipyard Sunreef showcases the iconic Sunreef 60 Power and the all-electric Sunreef 80 Eco flybridge sailing catamaran. The founder of the shipyard, Francis Lapp, will make a presentation at the conference accompanying the exhibition.

At the Dubai International Boat Show, visitors also can see yachts of various lengths and purposes, catamarans, boats, water toys and luxurious cars. 

Credits: Azimut; Damen Yachting; Ferretti Group; Gulf Craft; Ocean Independence; Princess Yachts; Sunreef; Sunseeker

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