Abu dhabi: H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region, visited the seventh edition of the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS) at ADNEC Marina Hall. Organised by ADNEC Group, ADIBS has attracted participation from leading local and international companies in the maritime industry, alongside prominent boat, yacht, and marine equipment manufacturers from the region and around the globe.
According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan was accompanied by Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court, Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Nasser Mohammed Al Mansouri, Undersecretary of the Ruler's Representative Court in Al Dhafra Region, Issa Hamad Boushehab, Advisor to the Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region, and Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Group CEO of ADNEC Group. During his tour, he was briefed on the latest equipment and technologies influencing the maritime and sports industries. He also engaged with senior officials and decision-makers from major local and international companies participating in the exhibition, receiving a detailed overview of the newest products and innovations presented at the event.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan expressed his appreciation for the support of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in developing the maritime industrial sector and promoting maritime tourism activities. He noted that this support positively impacts national companies, enabling them to build strategic partnerships with global entities, localise maritime industries within the country, and enhance the global competitiveness of Emirati maritime industries.
He emphasised the exhibition's importance as a platform that unites experts from the UAE and the world, facilitating knowledge and experience sharing while supporting the UAE's efforts to expand its marine industries and strengthen the blue economy. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan stated that the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show significantly contributes to Abu Dhabi's portfolio of specialised events, serving as a vital driver in advancing the nation's maritime sector. By attracting leading global companies and showcasing advanced national capabilities in boat, yacht, and marine equipment manufacturing, the exhibition underscores Abu Dhabi's commitment to developing a diverse maritime industry and reinforcing its status as a key player in the regional and international maritime economy.
He highlighted that hosting this event in Abu Dhabi reflects the wise leadership's vision to support crucial economic sectors, especially maritime industries, which are instrumental to the emirate's future development. He reiterated Abu Dhabi's commitment to consistently enhancing the environment for national companies, enabling them to compete both regionally and globally.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan also commended ADNEC Group for organising and hosting the event, acknowledging the group's role in establishing Abu Dhabi's reputation as the business tourism capital of the region and a global hub for major economic events across various sectors.