International venue development and business management company Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) Group has extended its partnership with Abu Dhabi Maritime to strengthen the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show.
The agreement, inked at this year’s event, is a three-year deal and aims to increase the show’s visibility as a regional maritime exhibition. Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the event is organized by ADNEC Group, with Abu Dhabi Maritime serving as the strategic partner.
“This partnership is perfectly in line with our vision to create an un-rivalled platform for the maritime community, and we look forward to delivering an exceptional event in 2025 and beyond. Not only does it represent a significant step forward in terms of innovation and excellence in the maritime sector, but by joining forces, we can ensure that ADIBS remains the region’s leading platform in the industry,” Ahmad Shaker, Chief Executive Officer of Capital 360 and Events.
“We are delighted to enter this strategic partnership with the ADIBS, which reinforces our commitment to advancing maritime excellence in the region and aligns with the visions of both parties. Together, we look forward to creating new opportunities for the community and enhancing the boating experience for everyone,” added Capt. Saif Al Mheiri, CEO of Abu Dhabi Maritime and Chief Sustainability Officer at AD Ports Group.
The seventh edition of the show, taking place from November 20-23rd at Marina Hall, increased its footprint from last year’s 75,000-square-metre exhibition space, with the addition of the Charter Show, the Yachting Ventures initiative at the Innovation Zone, which emphasized startups, and the Knowledge Box attraction.
Last year’s event attracted over 43,000 visitors, a 25% jump from the 2023 iteration of the event.
Abu Dhabi Maritime was launched in May 2020 as a result of an agreement between AD Group and the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT). The organisation is responsible for the growth and development of Abu Dhabi’s maritime offerings, helping the emirate become a maritime capital.