Al Marakeb, a reputable UAE boat manufacturer, will demonstrate its fleet of value-for-money craft at the Dubai Pre-Owned Boat Show, which opens at the Dubai Creek Marina, Dubai, UAE, tomorrow (November 27).

The Sharjah-based company will showcase two of its vessel models for the first time at the show, said a company statement.

The three-day event ends on November 29.

Founder and managing director of Al Marakeb, Basel Shuhaiber, says that the exhibition is one that is particularly important for him as, unlike other marine trade shows that feature a significant percentage of super yachts and other craft that are out of most people’s financial reach, the pre-owned boat show makes boating a feasible reality for a larger section of society.

Shuhaiber said: “The Dubai Pre-Owned Boat Show has become one of the most important dates on the calendar for our company as it is marine exhibition that attracts people who are serious about purchasing a craft. It has developed into a major event because we sell very well at it and also generate significant leads that we are able to convert into sales at a later date.”

“Our product line-up fits exactly into the price category that buyers attending the show are considering, so exhibiting there puts us in a very strong position,” he added.

“Our models range from Dh28,000 ($7,623) and the longest boat we offer for sale is a mere 35 feet, meaning that none of our vessels require berthing and all can be easily accommodated in a driveway. If customers are willing spend a little more, they can have a boat with a fully-equipped cabin that comfortably fits a family and includes such creature comforts as beds, sofas, lights, a toilet and air conditioning, making it perfect for overnight trips on the ocean. Not bad for a boat that you can park outside your villa,” he concluded.

Established in 2007, Al Marakeb has grown from strength to strength, supplying boats to private and commercial buyers in the regional and international markets. The organisation recently entered new waters with a contract to supply Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs) to military and commercial organisations across the globe. The agreement marked the start of a new era for the region, with Al Marakeb the first local boatyard to set up a production line for USVs. – TradeArabia News Service