Knotika's Emirates Boat Show positions Abu Dhabi as marine centre

by Jeni Bone on 12 Dec 2009 The Emirates Boat Show 2009 held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre closed its 2nd edition registering another success in 2009. The four-day exhibition showcased more than 100 luxury boats and the marine lifestyle from a 150 leading brands represented by exhibitors from 20 countries.

Wael Juju, Chief Executive Officer, Knotika Holding, organiser of the boat show, said: “The show generated huge interest from boat and yachting enthusiasts. We have also noticed this year that the show attracted big names in the UAE especially the visit of Shaikh Saif bin Zayed, Minister of Interior, and number of sports and governmental celebrities. This is an indicator that the show has achieved its target audience by attracting decision makers and people with influence on the society.”

According to Juju, the 2nd edition of the show managed to set the basic steps on the way to creating a boating society in Abu Dhabi that contributes to the huge development the emirate is witnessing in waterfront projects and attracting more and more investments to the marine industry.

During the exhibition, Luxury Yachts and Cruisers, Sailing Boats, Houseboats, Marinas, DIVING, Fishing, Sport Boats, Navigational Equipment, Charter Boats, Boats accessories, Boat interiors, Kayaks, Jet Skis, Luxury Taxi boat and other related items were displayed.

Major Exhibitor include Art Marine, Sunseeker ME, IMG, Gulf Craft, Leisure Marine, Al Masaood, Al Halami, Emocean Marine, Al Marakeb, Ghantoot Marina and others. Also major Brand from all over the world include Riva, Azimut, Majesty, Numarine, Benetti, Atlantis, Princess, Rizardi, Doral, Larson,Hatteras Riviera, Outerlimit, Princess , Sunseeker.

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