Doha, 16 Nov 2021 (QNA)

Minister of Commerce and Industry Mohammed bin Hamad bin Qassim Al Abdullah Al Thani inaugurated today the 8th edition of Qatar International Boat Show (QIBS) at the 22, La Croisette, Porto Arabia, The Pearl Qatar

There are 35 companies in different sectors that are participating in the exhibition to display luxury yachts, boats, jet skis, water sports equipment, and various marine accessories for marine equipment and accessories manufacturers, traders and marine life lovers. The boat show will remain open between 0400 PM - 2100 PM till 20th of November.

The Minister of Commerce and Industry in his statement following the inauguration said that QIBS has it's importance among the State of Qatar's many events. He said that it provides an opportunity to find out the latest trends in marine tourism in the state, which enhances the State of Qatar's status as a leading international tourist destination.

He said that the exhibition is also an ideal platform to get acquainted with the pioneers of the boat industry in Qatar and the world, to strengthen partnerships and conclude important commercial deals, it also helps the local companies to benefit from the expertise of the leading foreign companies in this industry.

The minister visited various sections of the exhibition venue where he was briefed about the participating companies and their products on display. Present on the occasion were Pearl-Qatar master developer United Development Company's (UDC) Chairman Turki bin Mohamed Al-Khater; President, CEO and Board member Ibrahim Jassim al-Othman; Al Mannai Plus Events Chairman, Khalid Eissa Al-Mannai, QIBS Chairman Sheikh Mohamed bin Abdulaziz Al-Thani;  dignitaries; ambassadors; and guests.

Khalid Eissa Al Mannai said that there are a number of Made in Qatar products waiting to be launched during this exhibition. There are around 55 yachts and boats on display including 35 new model boats manufactured in Qatar. In addition, British made COX Diesel Outboard Engine V8 - 300 HP to launch first ever time in the GCC and the Middle East. There are two Chinese made electric compact car and USV by Chery launching during this exhibition; Aquakart by Speed Moto; 2 boats by Balhambar and HDC will be holding official opening of restaurant Shrivan Metisse Doha.

Al Mannai said that it was first time to introduce a section of Pre-owned boats for sale. US base energy drink REBEL taking advantage of the sole annual luxury yachts and accessories exhibition to launch the drink in Qatar.

Al Mannai Pls Events, the sole organizers of the exhibition is organising with consistency since 2013 and 2021 exhibition is the 8^th   edition in row. The strategic partners of the 2021 edition are United Development Company (UDC) and Qatar Airways; the host are The Pearl-Qatar and Ronautica Middle East; Silver sponsors include  Qatar Free Zone (QFZ) and Investment House.

Khalid Al Mannai said on the occasion that the luxury yachts and boats exhibition provides a platform to the local and regional marine industry including boat manufacturers, services providers,  the  local dealers, suppliers and the potential buyers an exclusive B2B opportunities.

He urged on the local and regional luxury lifestyle traders and manufacturers to come forward and participate in QIBS to promote local marine industry.