“Finnish Business Council (FBC) is a non-profit business community that promotes and strengthens commercial, professional, and cultural ties between Finland and the United Arab Emirates. FBC brings together Finnish companies, professionals, and friends of Finland operating in the UAE, offering a trusted platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and collaboration.
Through business events, seminars, and social gatherings, FBC supports its members by facilitating connections, increasing market awareness, and encouraging new business opportunities in the region. Acting as a bridge between Finnish and local stakeholders, FBC plays an active role in fostering long-term partnerships and supporting the Finnish business presence in the UAE.”


The Italian Business Council UAE is an active non-profit association in Dubai among Italian and U.A.E. companies and businessmen that operate and/or have business relations with Italy and the United Arab Emirates. The Italian Business Council (IBC) was established in 2003 and is officially acknowledged by the Government of Dubai under the umbrella of the Dubai Chambers and the directive of H.H the Ruler ’ s office. The IBC works for a common image as well as an active business, cultural and social reference of the Italian style towards the full business community in the U.A.E.


“The Swedish Business Council (SBC) is a not-for-profit, member-driven organisation that supports Swedish and Sweden-connected companies operating in the United Arab Emirates. Established in 1994 in Dubai, providing a trusted platform to strengthen commercial and professional connections for business development, collaboration and knowledge exchange.
SBC brings together senior executives, entrepreneurs and decision-makers from a wide range of industries through curated networking events, industry roundtables and thought-leadership initiatives. SBC works in close cooperation with Swedish and local authorities, chambers of commerce and strategic partners to promote sustainable business practices and long-term value creation.
By fostering a strong and engaged business community, SBC helps its 130 corporate is striving to continue building meaningful relationships and unlock opportunities for trade, investment and innovation.”


“MYBA The Worldwide Yachting Association is an international professional organisation, founded in 1984, with both Corporate and Individual Members. The Association’s mission is to inspire, support and empower people in the superyacht industry to be their best: by maintaining business at the highest level of ethical conduct, committing to equality and diversity, protecting the environment, sharing knowledge and combining strengths, building strong relationships, and continuously developing, both professionally and personally.
All MYBA Members possess a proven track record of professional excellence and they are involved at many levels, and in most of the disciplines, of the superyacht industry. MYBA is the Association that brings them together, encourages them to work in harmony to ensure that the industry continues to flourish, and guides them on the highest ethical and technical standards. More than 420 Members, from 22 countries, with a common goal: to help shape a sustainable future for the superyacht industry.
MYBA is the creator of the industry’s most respected and widely used contracts, the MYBA Sales & Purchase Agreement (MoA) and the MYBA Charter Agreement.
It is the owner and administrator of YACHTFOLIO, the online tool that changed the way luxury yacht charter professionals do business, and it also owns and organises the very successful MYBA Charter Show, one of the most important events of the B2B yachting calendar.
The Association is the driving force behind the annual MYBA Superyacht Brokers’ Seminars, and it also supports the professional development of its Members through a series of webinars.”


The International SeaKeepers Society (SeaKeepers) is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing ocean science, education, and conservation through collaboration with the maritime community. Its flagship initiative, the DISCOVERY Program, mobilizes privately-owned, recreational vessels volunteered by SeaKeepers members to support scientific research and data collection around the world. By pairing scientists with boat owners, captains, and crews, SeaKeepers enables meaningful research at sea while empowering the yachting community to play a direct role in ocean stewardship. Beyond DISCOVERY, SeaKeepers supports educational outreach, citizen science, and public engagement programs that inspire the next generation of ocean advocates. With a strong presence at international boat shows and industry events, SeaKeepers works alongside yacht owners, shipyards, brands, and partners to bridge the gap between marine science and the maritime industry. Guided by innovation, collaboration, and stewardship, SeaKeepers is committed to protecting the health and future of our oceans.