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One Melachi 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/185" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2023">The Gulf Superyacht Summit</a> is an annual two-day summit that informs, assists and advises yachting clients and related interested stakeholders, with the goal to develop the Gulf as a leading winter superyacht destination. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209632/image/large-d76180302c523fc24754864f20a23eed.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209632">This year's <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/185" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2023">summit</a> is scheduled to convene in Abu Dhabi on 22 and 23 November. <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/market-reports" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">The Gulf Superyacht market report 2023</a> will also be available and distributed at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/185" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2023">Summit</a>.The Hilton Yas Island in the east of Abu Dhabi has been chosen as the ideal location for this year’s event. Situated on the Yas Bay Waterfront, the hotel offers world-class facilities for conferences and is situated on the island where the Abu Dhabi Formula 1 is held a few days later.Like last year’s event, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/185" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2023">Gulf Superyacht Summit</a> will include a Gala Dinner on the first evening where attendees can network with colleagues from across the industry.Cruising in the Middle East&nbsp;A panel of superyacht captains will share their insights and first-hand experiences in navigating the waters of the Gulf region.The Future of the Gulf&nbsp;A panel of experts from the region gives an update on the latest developments in the Gulf Region.Competition or co-operation within the Middle EastAn expert panel will steer the discussion on whether Middle Eastern nations will emphasise collaboration to enhance the region's appeal as a distinguished yachting destination, or if they will pursue competitive strategies to become the premier destination within the region.Marinas - pretty pictures for real estate or homes for yachts?With major infrastructure and development across the Gulf in recent years, and new marinas constructed in Saudi Arabia, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, and the wider region, we ask a panel of experts if these new facilities are genuinely tailored for yachts seeking home berths or if they primarily serve as picturesque settings to promote real estate.From the Middle East to Asia and beyondAs the gateway to Asia, the Gulf region plays a pivotal role. How can the Gulf region and Asia collaborate effectively to enhance the movement of superyachts heading towards the East?&nbsp;Looking after the Middle Eastern fleetGlobally, the superyacht fleet is expanding, and this growth is particularly evident in the Gulf Region. The demand for suitable marinas for docking, agents for support, reliable suppliers for provisioning, and proficient refit yards for maintenance raises a crucial question: Are these resources currently accessible, and what measures should be taken to address any gaps?Yachts of the futureA panel of experts will delve into the latest innovations, visionary perspectives, and creative ideas that are poised to influence the design of future yachts.Charter &amp; Sales: Growing the local charter and sales marketA panel of experts will discuss the local charter and sales market and the current conditions, trends and projected development.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279574/image/large-dd2b9d39db534f32e3f5df0e063771ef.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279574">Once again <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6707" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="P & O Marinas (Company)">P&amp;O Marinas</a> have collaborated with the event as Patron and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> as the main event partner, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6497" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abu Dhabi Maritime (Company)">Abu Dhabi Maritime</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hill Robinson (Company)">Hill Robinson</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4790" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Al Seer Marine (Company)">Al Seer Marine</a> have both confirmed as platinum sponsors. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/808" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moravia Yachting (Company)">Moravia</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/899" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silver Yachts (Company)">Silver Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4686" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Yachts Dubai (Company)">Royal Yachts</a> and <a href="https://www.yachteye.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">YachtEye</a> are gold sponsors and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Craft (Company)">Gulf Craft</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7319" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Interiors (Company)">Superyacht Interiors</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4759" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Xeamos (Company)">Xeamos</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Chandlers (Company)">Yacht Chandlers</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7039" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fichte & co (Company)">Fichte &amp; co</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7260" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="BNP Paribas (Company)">BNP Paribas</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7333" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kanoo Shipping (Company)">Kanoo Yacht Services</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7259" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="One Melachi (Company)">One Melachi</a> are all confirmed as silver sponsors. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7318" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leisure Marine Association (Company)">LMA</a> has been confirmed as a supporting sponsor.Tickets are available now and can be bought on the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/185" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2023">Event Page</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/281139/image/large-18eab3d9750da485b00564308b4096ea.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/281139"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/284697/image/large-67b5b55d6d4f2980f86edd3a4e1b9011.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/284697">

Preliminary topics of the Gulf Superyacht Summit 2023 announced

The Gulf Superyacht Summit  is an annual two-day summit that informs, assists and advises yachting clients and related interested stakeholders.

After a hugely successful first edition under <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht Times’</a> ownership in 2022, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/185" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2023">Gulf Superyacht Summit</a> returns on 22-23 November, a few days before the Abu Dhabi F1. This year's edition will take place in Abu Dhabi’s Hilton Yas Island, marking the first time that the event has taken place outside of Dubai since its foundation in 2018.&nbsp; <iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qPCiGVUiNHE?&amp;wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> The annual two-day summit informs, assists and advises yachting clients and related interested parties, with the goal to develop the Gulf as a leading winter superyacht destination. Originally the Dubai <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/185" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2023">Superyacht Summit</a>, the event was acquired by <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht Times</a> in May 2022 and rebranded to incorporate the entire Gulf region, recognising the importance of the Gulf as a major player in the future of the superyacht industry. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209632/image/large-d76180302c523fc24754864f20a23eed.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209632">Merijn de Waard, Founder and Director of <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht Times</a> explains; “The purpose of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/185" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2023">Gulf Superyacht Summit</a> is to recognise the importance of the entire Gulf region to the superyacht industry and to bring key stakeholders together. With many companies turning their attention to the region, both in Dubai, the wider UAE and the Gulf in its entirety, we feel that it's important to host this year’s summit in a new location. Abu Dhabi has been investing in the industry for a number of years, with its own boat show early in November and new infrastructure under construction, and we look forward to welcoming industry leaders to this year’s event.”The Hilton Yas Island in the east of Abu Dhabi has been chosen as the ideal location for this year’s event. Situated on the Yas Bay Waterfront, the hotel offers world class facilities for conferences and is situated on the island where the Abu Dhabi Formula 1 is held a few days later. Like last year’s event, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/185" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2023">Gulf Superyacht Summit</a> will include a Gala Dinner on the first evening where attendees can network with colleagues from across the industry.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279575/image/large-450c35b5ed0cd9cf42a22412c65d1d8a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279575"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279576/image/large-845f42ac89ece61b884ffc70ee38534f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279576">Some of the industry’s biggest names took to the stage during last year’s event, including Peter Lürssen, CEO and Managing Partner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>, who delivered the keynote interview alongside Merijn de Waard, Founder and Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4509" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYacht Times (Company)">SuperYacht Times</a>. Guido Krass, Founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/899" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SilverYachts (Company)">SilverYachts</a> and owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6018" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bold85.3m (279'10&quot;)SilverYachts2019">Bold</a>, was also among the long list of speakers at the event, which included speakers from leading companies such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Craft (Company)">Gulf Craft</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper and Nicholsons</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> and many more.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249882/image/large-0a047e19507946c8eb36dc0249c76fc9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249882"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249884/image/large-05e391289f23c3484ea3e4e84326bc9d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249884"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249873/image/large-ecefc4df300e24db6610bd7fc2423acf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249873">Like the 2022 edition, this year’s event will host around 200 attendees, with the goal to reach a limited number of key industry stakeholders and to host quality panels on the most important topics. In addition to panels discussing the key topics and issues that face the Gulf’s yachting industry, such as charter, legislation and refit, panel discussions will include other key topics such as marinas.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249829/image/large-37359fab22005dc9636e6ae591fd130c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249829"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249833/image/large-dc8869591fc09efa680e443ea4cfe9c1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249833"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249892/image/large-44d57a4ad4c951d3e839fc452c259876.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249892"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249921/image/large-3d6a3bb6590bec677108333481e728a7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249921">Ahead of last year’s event, the <a href="https://superyachttimes.ac-page.com/homepage" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a> team took a deep dive into the numbers to analyse the growing importance of the region to the industry and to understand how many superyachts actually visit the Gulf each year. The result was unequivocal, with an average 11 percent growth per year of yachts visiting the Gulf and an estimation for over 140 superyachts to visit the region in 2023. This year the team will conduct another analysis, to discover the growth opportunities and to provide the attendees with a clear picture of potential of the sector within the Gulf region.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250653/image/large-d9ef23e5dfa5ae14df317858430f1fa1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250653">Attendees to the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/gulf-superyacht-summit-2022" target="_blank">Gulf Superyacht Summit 2022</a> were presented with SuperYacht Times’ first <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/market-reports/gulf-superyacht-market-report-2022" target="_blank">Gulf Superyacht Market Report</a>. For this report, our Intelligence team took a deep dive into the superyacht movements in the Arabian Gulf region, as well as the market dynamics in the region. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/gulf-superyacht-summit-2022" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Gulf Superyacht Market Report</a> is available as a <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/market-reports/gulf-superyacht-market-report-2022" target="_blank">free download</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279559/image/large-2a6251e9c31bab8351c9a6883cef082c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279559">Once again <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6707" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="P & O Marinas (Company)">P&amp;O Marinas</a> have collaborated with the event as Patron and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> as the main event partner, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6497" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abu Dhabi Maritime (Company)">Abu Dhabi Maritime</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hill Robinson (Company)">Hill Robinson</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4790" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Al Seer Marine (Company)">Al Seer Marine</a> have both confirmed as platinum sponsors. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/808" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moravia Yachting (Company)">Moravia Yachting</a> and <a href="https://www.yachteye.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">YachtEye</a> are gold sponsors and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Craft (Company)">Gulf Craft</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7039" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fichte & co (Company)">Fichte &amp; co</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7260" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="BNP Paribas Fortis (Company)">BNP Paribas</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7259" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="One Melachi (Company)">One Melachi</a> are all confirmed as silver sponsors. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/281139/image/large-18eab3d9750da485b00564308b4096ea.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/281139"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/284697/image/large-67b5b55d6d4f2980f86edd3a4e1b9011.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/284697">If you are interested in sponsoring the event, please reach out to <a href="mailto:sales@superyachttimes.com" title="">sales@superyachttimes.com</a>. Tickets for the summit will be available after the summer so make sure to check out <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht Times</a> for updates.

Gulf Superyacht Summit 2023  in Abu Dhabi 

The SuperYacht Times' Gulf Superyacht Summit returns on 22-23 November, just before the Abu Dhabi F1.