Super yachts and cars come together in Dubai at the latest show

Super yachts and cars come together for a memorable international yacht show in Dubai

So the Dubai International Boat Show is over for another year. Despite talk of reduced visitor numbers for 2011, the vibe around the yacht marina at Mina Seyahi seemed as upbeat as ever at this perennial superyacht favourite.

New market opportunities in the world’s biggest super yacht market

Early signs were that families visited in unprecedented numbers this time – not just for a great day out but as serious potential buyers of yachts in the Dhs 150,000–200,000 range. Does this reflect the increasing affordability of smaller yachts in a market traditionally associated with ownership of one in three of the world’s superyachts. We think so.

Renewed optimism in Middle East super yachting

On the subject of top of the range yachts, the show featured more than 10 world launches, over 40 premieres and more than 400 vessels on display at the Dubai International Marine Club. And as reported elsewhere on the SuperYachts Directory news pages, we were delighted to learn that Sunseeker sold one of its blue-water-ready 40 Metre Yachts to a local buyer. It’s facts like this that reflect the return of consumer confidence reported by Trixi Loh, VP-Exhibitions, Dubai World Trade Centre, during a pre-show broadcast for AMEinfo.com.

Super car design meets super yachts in more ways than one

Whilst our main focus is on super yachts, we were impressed by the organisers’ decision to create the new Supercar Promenade this year. Along with the enlarged Super Yacht Boulevard this decision speaks further supports the confidence of the show’s organisers. Our favourite car? It has to be a toss up between the 6.3-itre Brabus 800 and Hamman’s striking yellow and black Mercedes coupe.

We were also wowed by the ‘supercar looks’ of Danish Yachts’ AeroSpeed Yacht tender. Currently at concept stage, the SuperYachts Directory understands that this new Rainsford Mann design will go into production soon. It’s stunningly beautiful.

We’re already looking forward to the 20^th Dubai yacht show…

So, as the sun set on Dubai at the end of the show, Sunseeker sales, breathtaking super yacht designs, new market opportunities in the Middle East and growing optimism made this an event to remember. We can’t wait until next year and the excitement that will inevitably surround the 20th Dubai show.

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At least one 40m Sunseeker sold at last week’s Dubai International Boat Show

The SuperYachts Directory team was pleased to see that UK-based Sunseeker sold one of its flagship 40-metre super yachts to a Middle East buyer at last week’s Dubai International Boat Show, held at the Dubai International Marine Club, Mina Seyahi.

According to Sunseeker, the 40 Metre Yacht, which debuted at the PSP Southampton Boat Show in 2010, has been specifically designed for extended cruising. Anyone who recalls the impact Tanvas had at Southampton will understand its appeal.

RINA Unrestricted for blue water superyacht cruising

With its ‘sculptural side profile’ and ‘gentle cascade aft of the tri-deck design’ this super yacht has been designed and built for blue water cruising. As a logical development of Sunseeker’s popular 37 Metre Yacht, the vessel combines the best of the smaller boats with balconies and more exterior deck space for up to 12 guests and seven crew.

 

Checking the spec reveals 26-knot capability and up to 1500 nautical miles’ range – pretty much Greece to Gibraltar without refuelling. We also understand that as well as being constructed to RINA Pleasure and optional RINA Charter/MCA LY2 Unrestricted codes, this super yacht falls conveniently within the critical 350 gross tonne volume threshold – an important consideration for charterers.

Palatial super yacht style

Quite rightly, Sunseeker use the term palatial to describe their 40m superyacht. As at Southampton, we were impressed by its accommodation and the clever layout that allows crew to move discreetly about the boat. And of course, that lucky buyer will enjoy a huge choice of cabin configurations and optional extras.

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For more information:

Sunseeker International Limited

Sunseeker House

West Quay Road

Poole

Dorset BH15 1JD

United Kingdom

 

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