Abu Dhabi: H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, visited the sixth edition of the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show 2024. This year marks the largest edition in the event’s history since its inception in 2018, attracting significant local and international participation from leading global companies specializing in yachts, boats, fishing equipment, and marine sports.
According to Emirates News Agency, Sheikh Hamdan was accompanied by Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Rashed bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Nasser Mohammed Al Mansouri, Undersecretary of the Ruler’s Representative Court in Al Dhafra Region, Eisa Hamad Bu Shehab, Adviser to the Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, and Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNEC Group. During his visit, Sheikh Hamdan toured the exhibition stands, viewing key products, equipment, and technologies on display, including some being showcased for the first time in the Middl
e East.
He also interacted with senior officials and executives from local, Gulf, and international companies participating in the event, who expressed their satisfaction in being part of this milestone exhibition. The participants highlighted the progress achieved in this edition and the advanced capabilities of national industries in these sectors.
Sheikh Hamdan praised the efforts of ADNEC Group and its dedicated teams of Emirati professionals, who have enhanced the exhibition’s competitiveness and ability to attract leading global brands. He noted that the event reflects Abu Dhabi’s growing position as a global hub for the yacht, boat, and marine sports industries. Additionally, he emphasized the exceptional opportunities the emirate offers to support the marine sector and promote leisure tourism.
The show plays a key role in fostering strategic partnerships in these vital sectors and facilitating the transfer and localization of advanced technologies and knowledge to the UAE. It also highlights Abu Dh
abi’s rich maritime heritage, contributing to preserving and sharing the nation’s assets, ensuring they are passed on to future generations in alignment with the aspirations of the UAE’s leadership.
Organized by ADNEC Group, the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show runs over four days until 24 November at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi. The event features a programme of marine activities and sports, showcasing the latest innovations in marine lifestyles.
