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Abu Dhabi Intl' Boat Show sees 23 launches

abu dhabi - The show highlights Abu Dhabi's position as a leading destination for marine tourism

The inaugural edition of Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS) 2018, organised by the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (Adnec), ended on a high.

The four-day event attracted 21,123 local, regional and international visitors, who saw a display of the latest luxury yachts, leisure marine equipment and fishing equipment. A total of 270 exhibitors from 25 countries, as well as local manufacturers of luxury yachts, took part in the event.

The ADIBS witnessed the launch of state-of-the-art leisure marine equipment. Emirates Riviera Company unveiled the yacht (RCAT50) in the 'Fly Bridge' version, the Boat (Rcat38) and the Riviera enclosed Abra, in addition to showcasing its luxurious yacht, Integrity 55.

Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Group CEO of Adnec, said: "The inaugural edition of ADIBS attracted 21,123 visitors over four days. Several deals were also signed during the show, reflecting the high interest in the UAE's leading marine industry."

Exhibiting companies at ADIBS praised the pivotal role of the show as a leading platform to enhance communication and networking with their global counterparts and explore the marine market of Abu Dhabi.

- business@khaleejtimes.com