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In defiance of the slowing global economy, next week’s Dubai International Boat Show(DIBS) promised to showcase some of the most luxurious watercraft in the world. Billed as the “largest, most important and most established” boat show in the Middle East, DIBS will run from March 3rd through March 7th at the Dubai International Marine Club.

The show will feature five global launches and twenty-two regional premieres from both international and local builders. DIBS focuses on the leisure marine industry rather than military or commercial craft. In addition to showcasing new boats, the event will highlight the latest in equipment and services.

Yachts take the forefront at this show. 19 Superyachts are expected to make their debut at this show, nearly 50% more than last year’s event. Four of them have never before been seen. Some of the companies offering regional craft premiere include Emirates Ychting, Platinum yachts, AMELS, and Gulf Craft. Burger Boats, Western Marine, and Sunseeker are also launching new regional crafts. Alltogether, over 700 companies from fifty countries will be exhibiting at DIBS. Expect every luxury hotel Dubai and all the best restaurants to be busy throughout the week.

The Superyacht Pavilion is the main attraction. The Middle East marine industry is one of the fastest growing in the world. Luxury boat builders such as Trinity Yachts, Feadship, and Lurssn Yachts are eager to reach the growing market in the Middle East as well as buyers from India, the CIS, and Russia who will be represented at the the show.

There will be diving demonstrations and a High Fashion and Jewelry Show throughout the week. The show will also feature a number of contests, giveaways, and other promotions.