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Shaikh Hamdan opens Dubai International Horse Fair

DUBAI — The eighth edition of the Dubai International Horse Fair, the Middle East’s largest equine exhibition, was inaugurated today by Shaikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and UAE Minister of Finance, as enthusiasts, professionals and suppliers in the industry filled the halls of the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.

The three-day show which runs until Saturday, takes place alongside the $4 million Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship – a showcase of the heritage, beauty and agility of the world’s finest Arabian horses. More than 200 exhibitors from 35 countries are participating at Dubai International Horse Fair this year, with eight new countries, including Australia, Bahrain, Belgium, Holland, Italy, New Zealand, Portugal and Sweden, joining countries as far afield as Argentina, Canada, Germany, Ireland, Luxembourg and the United States.

“We thank Shaikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum for his ongoing support and patronage of the Dubai International Horse Fair, which is now the leading platform for all segments of the equestrian industry. There is no doubt that the passion for horses arises from this region, and the show provides the ideal business networking and trading arena for each and every sector of the industry,” said Abdulla Qassem, Board Member – Higher Organising Committee of Dubai International Horse Fair and Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship.

With a number of new companies, and many more, the show includes the latest developments in equine equipment, products and services, complementary and alternative therapies for horses, live equestrian demonstrations and riding classes.

“With fine art exhibitions, a heritage village and an equestrian fashion show for horse and rider, Dubai International Horse Fair is a great weekend out for the leisure and professional riders and those who want to see the finest Arabian Horses competing in the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship,” Qassem concluded. - Wam