Boat Show Dubai - Conference
Boat Show Dubai - Conference
Boat Show Dubai - Conference
Boat Show Dubai - Conference
Boat Show Dubai - Conference
Boat Show Dubai - Conference
Boat Show Dubai - Conference
Boat Show Dubai - Conference
Boat Show Dubai - Conference
Boat Show Dubai - Conference
Boat Show Dubai - Conference
Boat Show Dubai - Conference
Boat Show Dubai - Conference
Boat Show Dubai - Conference
Boat Show Dubai - Conference

The New Nautical Code: Innovation, Influence, and Experience

The Annual Leisure Yachting Conference precedes the Dubai International Boat Show, bringing together the ideas, insights, and conversations shaping the future of global boating. The Annual Leisure Yachting Conference will take place on 8 April 2026 at Fairmont The Palm.

Set against Dubai’s status as a world-class yachting and luxury lifestyle destination, the conference explores how innovation, sustainability, and experience are redefining life on the water. From emerging technologies to destination influence and evolving ownership expectations, each session offers a forward-looking view of where the industry is heading.

Designed for industry professionals, business leaders, and enthusiasts alike, the conference provides a platform to discover new perspectives, understand market direction, and engage with the voices driving the next era of yachting.

Expert insights from renowned industry experts

Wayne Shepherd
General Manager Dubai Harbour Marinas
Nicolas Lapp
Co-founder Sunreef Yachts
Mohamed Alzaabi
Founder & CEO Royal Yachts
Michael Mifsud
CEO Yachting Malta
Gregor Stinner
CEO Arte Di Mare
Bianca Blom
Founder & CEO Voyage Wellness Academy & Superyacht Spa Services
Ben Taylor
Director Taylor Media
Artur Poloczanski
Public Relations Director Sunreef Yachts
Sali Osman
NACD Board Fellow, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CDPSE Independent Director
Jad Zakkak Migliorini
CMO Azimut Yachts
Patrick Coote
VP of Brand Marketing Superyachts Division, MarineMax
Captain Patricia Caswell
General Manager Superyacht Service Centre by Gulf Craft and Vice Chair of LMA
Andrea Dini
Journalist BARCHE Magazine
Abeer Alshaali
Deputy Managing Director Gulf Craft
Robert Myers
Refit/Repair Department Manager Superyacht Interiors
Figen Ayan
Founder Ayan Consulting & European Commission Expert
Christian Gumpold
Chief Executive Officer MIGALOO Private Submersible Superyachts
Alison Vassallo
Partner Fenech & Fenech Advocates
Xavier Bouin
Chief Executive Officer TAN Services
Gianmaria Costantino
Chief Commercial Officer The Italian Sea Group
Jo Assael
Yachts Commercial Director IRI / Marshall Islands Registry
James Jaffa
Managing Partner Jaffa & Co
MARIA ALEKSEENKO MAGAN
Founder Experiential Yachting
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