As the Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS) prepares for its 32nd edition, Alex Nicholl, Vice President of the Dubai World Trade Centre, shares with Inside Marine how the event is evolving in 2026.
15 Dec, 2025
Dubai International Boat Show has announced the rescheduling of its April edition to 25–29 November 2026 at Dubai Harbour. The revised dates align with the start of the Middle East’s prime boating season, creating stronger market conditions for launches, sales and international participation. The November edition will also mark the permanent repositioning of the Dubai International Boat Show to the November calendar annually, reinforcing Dubai and the UAE’s role as a strategic regional hub for the marine leisure industry.
As the Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS) prepares for its 32nd edition, Alex Nicholl, Vice President of the Dubai World Trade Centre, shares with Inside Marine how the event is evolving in 2026.