Qatar Boat Show attracted 31,150 visitors to its third edition at Old Doha Port, with new boat launches and agreements extending Qatari manufacturers’ overseas representation.
According to the organisers, the four-day event brought together 546 brands across 277,000 square metres. Gulf Cooperation Country (GCC) participation increased 30%, with the show recording its largest representation of GCC boatbuilders.
Qatari exhibitors accounted for 55% of participation and international exhibitors 45%. The organisers reported that 70% of exhibitors returned, while exhibitor numbers in the sailing, fishing and watersports segment increased 19% compared with the previous edition. Tickets sold out.
Launches included Emirates Boats’ Emirates Boat 63, Azimut’s Seadeck 6 represented by Elite Yachts, Seven Craft’s Due Mari and Ocean Boats’ Monohull 40S. Al Shaali Marine presented the Asmaraty 77 and Asmaraty 100.
Largest boat to date
Halul Boats launched the HALUL 62 FT, described as the factory’s largest boat to date, designed for family cruising and sport fishing.
Commercial agreements included a strategic partnership between Assets Group and Azimut Yachts. Doha Craft appointed Al Boom Marine Company as its official agent in Kuwait, while Halul Boats signed a memorandum of understanding with Aqua Speed for representation in the Maldives.
Old Doha Port extended cooperation with The Pearl Island Marina through a memorandum covering joint marine events and reciprocal client benefits.
It also signed a three-year agreement with All Marine for Marine Services to operate and manage Mina Link’s shuttle boats.
Wider programme
“This year, we have seen that ambition reflected in stronger GCC participation, new launches and partnerships that open doors for Qatari manufacturers overseas,” said Mohammed Abdulla Al Mulla, chief executive of Old Doha Port and chairman of the show’s organising committee.
“The response from visitors has been equally encouraging, with tickets selling out as people came to discover the boats, culture and experiences on offer,” he added.
The wider programme included an exhibition tracing Old Doha Port’s maritime history, works by Qatari artist Yousef Ahmad and film screenings presented with Qatar Creates and the Doha Film Institute. Live music, fireworks and drone displays accompanied the waterfront event.
The event took place from 4–7 November 2026.
