11th Dubai Pre-Owned Boat Show to Display Over AED 200 Million Worth of Yachts and Boats
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Dubai: The 11th edition of the Dubai Pre-Owned Boat Show will take place at Dubai Creek Marina from October 31 to November 2, 2025, under the theme “A Boat for Everyone.”
The annual event will feature more than 50 luxury yachts and boats ranging from 20 to 100 feet and above, with a total value of over AED 200 million. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore a wide range of pre-owned boats that combine quality, performance, and affordable prices.
Organised by Viya Marine since 2011, the Dubai Pre-Owned Boat Show has grown into one of the world’s most recognised marine exhibitions. It brings together yacht buyers, investors, and sea lovers, while strengthening Dubai’s position as a global hub for yachting and marine tourism. This year, over 50 international, regional, and local brands will participate in the event.
Abdulla Ali Al Noon, Director of Special Projects at Dubai Golf, responsible for Viya Marine, said the event will reinforce Dubai’s role as a leading global destination in the maritime and yachting industries. He explained that this year’s theme, “A Boat for Everyone,” reflects the organisers’ goal to make boat ownership more accessible and affordable, while also promoting sustainability and the circular economy in the marine sector.
Al Noon added that the show takes place at a time of strong growth in the Middle East’s leisure boating market. It aims to boost trade and investment in pre-owned vessels, support marine tourism, and attract a wide range of visitors, from boating enthusiasts and investors to tourism professionals. Attendance is expected to exceed 5,000 visitors this year, highlighting the increasing international interest in the UAE’s maritime sector.
The UAE currently holds about 50 percent of the yacht and marina market in the Arabian Gulf and the Middle East. Dubai has more than 22 marinas with capacity for over 4,190 yachts and boats, supported by advanced maintenance, storage, and service facilities that attract yacht owners from around the world.
Aligned with the Dubai Industrial Strategy 2030, the Pre-Owned Boat Show serves as a platform for business partnerships and new investment opportunities in the maritime industry. By encouraging the reuse and resale of boats, the event supports environmental sustainability and reduces the demand for new vessel production, reflecting the UAE’s commitment to a circular economy.
