Doors close on DIBS 2025

By Katie Scott 24 February 2025

The Middle East closes its doors on the 31st edition of the Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS) - reflecting on a successful event boasting many international and regional debuts, and plenty of inspiration for the forthcoming yacht charter seasons.

As the region's premier yachting event, DIBS featured over 200 of the world’s finest motor yacht charters and superyachts, with industry giants like Azimut, Ferretti, Gulf Craft, and Sunseeker unveiling their latest masterpieces. With more than 30,000 attendees and over 70 yacht launches—including 44 global and regional premieres—the show reinforced Dubai’s status as a top-tier yachting hub.

Welcoming the return of many popular attractions including the Supercar Promenade, and the Dive MENA Expo, yachting enthusiasts and industry insiders at DIBS flocked to the Superyacht Avenue, where some of the most indulgent United Arab Emirates yacht charters were on display, offering a glimpse into the future of ultra-luxury cruising.

With incredible superyachts spotted in the vicinity of this year's show including 264.9ft (80.7m) motor yacht GENESIS, and 252.11ft (77.1m) luxury yacht SMERALDA, visitors to the 2025 Dubai International Boat Show gained invaluable first-hand experience of what luxury yacht charters in the region can truly offer.

Around the docks, some of the largest yacht charters on display included 177.2ft (54m) superyacht charter BURKUT who made her official show debut after being at anchor for last year's event, the striking 135.10ft (41.4m) luxury yacht charter AK ROYALTY from the fleet of Palmer Johnson yachts for charter, and 114.10ft (35m) motor yacht charter DXB.

Dubai skyline at night with motor yachts berthed

Looking to next year with the announcement of 2026 dates, scheduled to take place from 8-12 April 2026, the yachting industry can expect to see the return of the Dubai International Boat Show in Dubai Harbour along with another stellar lineup of some of the most luxurious yacht rentals on the market.

If you didn't make the show but are interested in chartering the region, take a closer look by viewing our complete guide to Dubai yacht charters, or reach out to your preferred yacht charter broker today for the latest availability and special offers.

Alternatively, find your dream charter yacht by viewing the entire fleet of luxury yacht charters.