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  • The Dubai International Boat Show rescheduling may end up benefiting the Middle East superyacht as a whole

    The Dubai International Boat Show rescheduling may end up benefiting the Middle East superyacht as a whole

    The Middle East’s biggest yachting event was only a few weeks away when regional conflict broke out on March 1st.  The uncertain status of the Dubai International Boat Show, scheduled for April 8-12, worsened as tensions escalated. Some predicted the show to move forward at a reduced capacity, while others anticipated an outright cancellation due…

  • Dubai International Post Show postponed to November 2026

    The Dubai International Boat Show, originally scheduled for April 8-12, has been postponed, organizers have announced.  Due to the ongoing tensions in the Middle East, the 32nd edition of the event has been rescheduled to November 25-29, 2026, at Dubai Harbour.  This Autumn slot, strategically chosen in tandem with the start of the region’s boating…

  • State of 2026 Dubai International Boat Show uncertain; Decision Expected to be made this week

    State of 2026 Dubai International Boat Show uncertain; Decision Expected to be made this week

    With tensions in the Middle East, including the UAE, escalating with no signs of abating, the fate of the upcoming Dubai International Boat Show hangs in the air. A decision on the state of the event, taking place from 8-12 April at Dubai Harbour, is expected to be made clear this week, as organizers of…