The inaugural Qatar Boat Show 2024 is scheduled to take place at the Old Doha Port from November 6 to 9

The Old Doha Port will host the first-ever Qatar Boat Show 2024 from November 6–9. More than 20,000 tourists are expected to attend from all around the world. The event's organisers anticipate 495 companies and exhibitors presenting the finest in luxury and maritime innovation. 

Eng. Mohammad Abdulla Al Mulla, CEO of Old Doha Port, emphasised the strategic significance of the Qatar Boat Show 2024 in accordance with the port's long-term vision and Qatar's national objectives during a recent press conference. Al Mulla emphasised teamwork in advancing economic expansion and improving tourism attractiveness.

Over 95 boats and other watercraft from a variety of industries, including luxury and lifestyle, equipment and services, small and medium boats, underwater sports and toys, will be on display at the Qatar Boat Show in 2024. In addition, guests may anticipate a wide range of attractions, such as mouthwatering food, entertaining acts, and family-friendly activities. 

The Boat Show, which is in line with Qatar's National Vision 2030, intends to promote tourism and economic growth by exhibiting the newest developments in maritime innovation and leisure. The event will be held in Old Doha Port, which offers 800,000 square feet and 450 berths of state-of-the-art amenities.

The two top-notch marinas in Old Doha Port, together with its eclectic selection of dining, shopping, and accommodation opportunities, make it the perfect location for the Qatar Boat Show in 2024. Interestingly, the port held almost 20 superyachts during the FIFA World Cup 2022, highlighting its importance as the main entry point for visiting boats into the nation. Furthermore, being the primary entry point for any visiting boats into the nation, the port handled 50 superyachts.

Attracting renowned cruise lines, Old Doha Port's cruise terminal welcomes 300,000 people annually, so reinforcing its position as the foremost nautical centre in the Middle East. Leading cruise lines include Norwegian Dawn, MSC Virtuosa, AIDAprima, Costa Toscana, Silver Moon, MS Hamburg, Seabourn Encore, Queen Mary 2, and MV Artania.