Just Two Weeks Until The Start Of The Middle East’s Biggest International Boat Show

Feb. 23, 2010 - PRLog -- A huge array of the most beautiful superyachts and boats has been confirmed for this year’s Dubai International Boat Show which opens in just two weeks time.

More than 25 superyachts exceeding 21 metres will adorn the Dubai International Marine Club (DIMC) from 9 – 13 March 2010, alongside 400 boats, live celebrity performances from the latest UK girl band, luxury shopping experiences, exciting demonstrations, a bubble lounge and VIP Majlis.

With yachts extending more than 70 metres, the Dubai International Boat Show will be home to a huge variety of boats, showcasing the very latest design and innovation from all over the world. There will also be 13 Global Launches and more than 25 Regional Premiers announced during the show, highlighting the Dubai International Boat Show as the premier leisure marine event in the region.

“This is going to be the most impressive boat show ever seen in the Middle East,” said Trixee Loh, Senior Vice President, Dubai World Trade Centre. “Visitors to the Dubai International Boat Show will be able to experience the ultimate in luxury and refinement while enjoying a great day out with family and friends.”

Superyachts already confirmed include the Al Banna 101, Astondoa 76, Astondoa 96, Aycer 110, Azimut 70, Azimut 75, Azimut 82, Azimut 98, Azimut 116, Benetti 86ft, Benetti Tradition, Custom Line 97, CPMG 121, Duretti 85, Emirates Waves, Hatteras 24m, Majesty 77, Majesty 88, Majesty 101, Majesty 121, Manhattan 70, Red Sapphire 39m, Silver Zwei 73m, Sunseeker 38m and the Westport 43m.

“The Dubai International Boat Show is reaffirming its position as the most prominent and diversified leisure marine exhibition in the entire region, and as such we expect again an interesting international visitor crowd,” said Erwin Bamps, Chief Operating Officer, Gulf Craft. “For the 2010 edition we have prepared a number of exclusive world premieres, including the Majesty 101 with a completely revamped interior layout and finishing.”

“We are really looking forward to participating at the Dubai International Boat Show, an event which we have a very close partnership with,” said Constantinos Constantinou, CEO and President of ART Marine. “The number of superyachts at this year’s show really adds to the overall offering. ART Marine will be bringing an impressive array of models from both Azimut and Benetti to this year’s show.”

“The Dubai International Boat Show is the only choice to launch our new boats to the Middle East market and profile some of our leading boats,” said Francesco Pitea, General Manager, Sunseeker Middle East. “Sunseeker is currently expanding its operations throughout the region and we are sure that visitors will be amazed by the Sunseeker 38 metre we are bringing to this year’s show.”

The Dubai International Boat Show 2010 will take place at Dubai International Marine Club – Mina Seyahi from 9 – 13 March 2010. Dubai International Boat Show is open to trade visitors and the general public, from 3pm – 9pm daily.

Admission is AED 55 per person for all attendees without an invitation and tickets are available now from www.timeouttickets.com. Children under 12 will be admitted free and must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Access to the Marina Display Area may be restricted at certain times. For more information visit www.boatshowdubai.com

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