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The Dubai International Boat Show kicks off tomorrow in the United Arab Emirates. Hosted at the Dubai Canal, Jumeirah, the event annually attracts thousands of international visitors and exhibitors. Here we take a look at our top 5 boats not to miss at this year’s show.&nbsp;CHAKRA<img src="/uploads/store/photo/23565/image/large-6acd29148d418b051cab32888446bfca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/23565">Measuring 86-metres, Chakra&nbsp;was originally built as an ocean weather vessel and was previously known as the 73-metre Salem. After an intensive refit period in 2016, she emerged transformed into the classic superyacht we see today. Amongst the works which included lengthening of 13 metres, her once yellow hull colour was replaced with a nearly all-white exterior and deep copper/brown accents, and forward of the bridge, a new viewing deck was created to further extend the onboard deck space.&nbsp;SERENITY&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/8141/image/large-12c2b0fe757f609dbedb3f3b6a198f31.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/8141"> The all-aluminium 72-metre Serenity (ex Tu Moana; Obsession) was built by the Australian yard Austal and features both interior and exterior design from the yard’s in-house team. She recently underwent a significant refit, a project which incorporated the design studios of Luiz de Basto and AskDeco. &nbsp;SUNSEEKER 95 <img src="/uploads/store/photo/5565/image/large-98a9ce3ce804baaad4d9051aac4e62e9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/5565">Sunseeker describes the 95 as demonstrative of the British yard’s plans for larger models in the future: &nbsp;“The Sunseeker 95 exemplifies the latest in our cutting-edge design and innovative build processes, showcasing the exciting new design direction that our next generation of larger yacht models will take. Showing off a streamlined yet spacious elegance, the Sunseeker 95 combines a superyacht feel with many practical advantages, demonstrating a clever use of space that gives even greater flexibility and freedom onboard.”MAJESTY 100<img src="/uploads/store/photo/21463/image/large-7b39faac39ce7624cb70c24c4468e58b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/21463">First revealed at the 2017 edition of the Dubai International Boat Show, the 31.68-metre Majesty 100 is characterised by her unique semi-convertible flybridge and a powerful but efficient propulsion system. The first in the series was delivered to her owners in June 2017, &nbsp;and is named Nahar.RIVA 100<img src="/uploads/store/photo/5910/image/large-5d1a284d5e24dd6c474f625ba854b08c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/5910">No strangers to the Riva brand and its values, Officina Italiana Design and Riva once again teamed up on the design of the Riva 100 Corsaro, which is a clear continuation of some the brand’s smaller day boat models.&nbsp;The SuperYacht Times sales, intelligence and editorial teams will be in Dubai for the duration of the show. To arrange a meeting, contact <a href="mailto:info@superyachttimes.com">info@superyachttimes.com</a> .

Top 5 boats to see at the Dubai International Boat Show 

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Superyacht Chakra in Nafplion, Greece

The motor yacht previously known as the 73-metre Salem was unveiled last year following an intensive refit and emerged as the new 86-metre Chakra. First built in 1963 as an ocean weather vessel, today Chakra is a luxury superyacht available for charter where she cruises in the Mediterranean. Her once yellow hull colour has been replaced with a nearly all-white exterior and deep copper/brown accents. Forward of the bridge, a new viewing deck was created to further extend the onboard deck space. She was spotted outside the town of Nafplion in Greece this past weekend.

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The converted superyacht Chakra in Nafplion

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Superyachts Cloud Atlas and Chakra off Monaco

Seen here outside Monaco are the two superyachts Cloud Atlas and Chakra (background). Both yachts underwent major recent refits that has each yacht looking drastically different than previous. Cloud Atlas, a 46-metre motor yacht built by Lloyds Ship in Australia in 1990. She completed her refit in 2015 and today features an all-new exterior look made up of a three-tone white, grey and copper Awlgrip paint job and an extended aft deck, with an added 4 metres now giving her a sleeker profile. Chakra, too, looks rather different than the yellow-hulled 73-metre motor yacht Salem as she was known not too long ago. Today she measures 86 metres, features a brand new pearl and copper paint job, and a swim platform at the stern where guests can easily reach the ocean from.

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The two refitted superyachts Cloud Atlas and Chakra off Monaco

Powered by Edmiston, the SuperYacht Times team has been on the scene in Monaco ahead of the 2016 edition of the Monaco Yacht Show, where they have been treated to a long list of the world’s most impressive superyachts. Enjoy the following gallery ahead of all the action at the Show this year.

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Live from Monaco: superyachts arrive ahead of MYS 2016

Powered by Edmiston, the SuperYacht Times team has been on the scene in Monaco this weekend ahead of the 2016 edition of the Monaco Yacht Show, where they have been treated to a long list of the world’s most impressive superyachts. Enjoy the following gallery ahead of all the action at the Show this year.

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A major refit saw the once 73 metre converted superyacht emerge with a length overall of 86 metres and a new name – Chakra. Few details regarding the refit of the 1963-built ex ocean weather vessel are known, apart from that it is believed to have taken place in Greece. Chakra was recently spotted outside Monaco.

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Although no major extensions to Chakra’s hull itself were made, her new length is largely the result of the massive bowsprit that now sticks out over 8 metres from the foredeck. Another new addition is Chakra’s swim platform at the stern of the vessel that now allows guests easy access to the water.

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Her once yellow hull colour has been replaced with a nearly all-white exterior and deep copper/brown accents. Forward of the bridge, a new viewing deck was created to further extend the onboard deck space. Details surrounding the possible changes to her unique interior that was created for a Middle Eastern client during her original conversion by Devonport shipyard in 1998, is yet to be confirmed.

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Converted superyacht Salem sails again

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/131380/image/large-64d1fb83e1c7f082d768fd925c3a8bb1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/131380">Salem in Palma de Mallorca<a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1447">Salem</a> was built in 1963 as an ocean weather vessel, and converted into a luxury yacht in 1998 by Devonport. She measures 73.6m in length, and has a displacement of 524 tons. Powered by her single 3996 horsepower MAN B&amp;W Alpha Diesel engine, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1447">Salem</a> cruises at 14 knots. She offers accommodation for 48 guests, and 43 crew membersBy Maarten Janssen, photo by Merijn de Waard

Converted superyacht Salem in Palma

<a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1447">Salem</a>, built as Cumulus in 1963 as an ocean weather ship, and converted to a yacht in 1998, has now come onto the market for the first time since her conversion into a yacht. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/122745/image/large-4febcceeb47b8c5acbe7e11615ce3919.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/122745"> Her refit in 1998 at the Devonport shipyard in the United Kingdom included: replacing her engines, generators, air-conditioning, and stabilizers, as well as fitting her with a highly luxurious interior. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/122746/image/large-c2559a5a83c2ea0fe188ec81884f2315.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/122746"> <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1447">Salem</a> measures 73.6m in length, and has a displacement of 524 tons. Powered by her single 3996 horsepower MAN B&amp;W Alpha Diesel engine, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1447">Salem</a> cruises at 14 knots, allowing for a range of 2141nm. When cruising at 10 knots <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1447">Salem</a> has a range of 5116nm. <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1447">Salem</a> is classed Bureau Veritas.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/122747/image/large-d1f1091505133182185c08db21315177.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/122747">Given her unique shape, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1447">Salem</a> offers tremendous interior volume on 5 decks, as well as lots of deck space for entertaining. With accommodation for 48 guests, and 43 crewmembers, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1447">Salem</a> offers roughly the same space and interior volume as a 100 meter yacht.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/122748/image/large-1468fe0ae57167589e3b6dbfc53c7d1f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/122748"> Refitted for a Middle Eastern client, Salem offers a rather unusual layout, where men and women are accommodated on different sets of self contained decks. A design feature seen on only a handful of other superyachts. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/122749/image/large-39a59d6b1ae5cc8fb995cade0e3ef9c5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/122749">This highly luxurious and refreshingly different vessel is offered by Edmiston. Sharply priced at $19.750.000 <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1447">Salem</a> offers extraordinary space for a vessel of her size. <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1447">Salem</a> is currently berthed in Palma de Mallorca. For more information on <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1447">Salem</a> please contact her Central Agent Alex Busher: T: +377 93 30 54 44 E: <a href="mailto:AB@edmistoncompany.com?subject=Salem%20-%20Request%20through%20SuperyachtTimes.com">AB@edmistoncompany.com</a>