More than 100 new companies from over 24 countries will be exhibiting at the 20th anniversary of the Dubai International Boat Show. The first-time exhibitors will be showcasing their world-class products across the entire spectrum of the Boat Show’s unrivalled displays, from superyachts and luxury supplies & services to diving equipment and water-sports innovations.

The 2012 Dubai International Boat Show is bringing the leading companies in the global marine equipment industry to its annual event as the market regains strength and price pressures ease.

Dubai International Boat Show rounded off a week of records with exhibitors’ sales expected to reach Dhs1bn as a direct result of the show. Exhibitors and visitors from across five contents hailed the event as one of the most successful and impressive shows in recent years.

ART Marine LLC, an Abraaj Capital portfolio company and the Middle East's largest importer and distributor of luxury motoryachts, has announced Dhs240m worth of sales at the Dubai International Boat Show, a record by a single exhibitor at this year’s event.

With a passion for creating high precision timepieces and its strong association with the sea, Officine Panerai was for the 2nd consecutive year the “Supporting Partner” of the 19th Dubai International Boat Show which took place at the Dubai International Marine Club - Mina Siyahi from March 1 to March 5, 2011.