Maritime experts address current yachting topics
Port of Call offers maritime professionals and enthusiasts an exclusive opportunity to explore the latest advancements in the marine industry. Exhibitors and visitors at the Dubai International Boat Show can attend specialised sessions on sustainability in boating, focusing on eco-friendly technologies, alternative fuels, and sustainable tourism.
The event will also feature in-depth discussions on adventure tourism, exploring emerging destinations, responsible travel practices, and unique marine experiences. Additionally, diving enthusiasts can look forward to sessions on marine conservation, underwater photography, and the advanced techniques and innovations shaping the future of underwater exploration. Don’t miss the chance to engage with industry experts and stay ahead of the curve in these dynamic fields.
Wednesday 19th February
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Honda Media Event
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Innovation Zone Panel Session Boating
- Tomasz Wrzesiński, Yachtcoin
- John Philip Ernest, The Hydroflyer
- Joris Van Aelst, Bcraft
- Juan Crosby, iWarranty -
Mario Topalovic, Operational and Sales Manager, Docker
Topic: TBC
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Sali Osman
Topic: AI Cyber Simulation Workshop
Thursday 20th February
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Innovation Zone Panel Session
Innovation Zone Panel Session: Startups in the Middle East
-Ahmed Emam, Mulca Technologies
- Farid Assad Semaan, Airmarker
- Lionel Pean, Seafloatech
- Sulaiman Altunaib, Waves App -
Leisure Marine Association Coffee Talks Day 1:
Leisure Marine – What’s Next on Regulations, Sustainability, and Beyond
Moderators: Patricia Caswell From Gulf Craft and John W.R. Paul from Exalto Emirates -
(LMA) Rashed Khalifa Al Falasi, Maritime Enablement Manager at DMA, Dubai Maritime Authority (DMA)
Topic: Foreign-Flag Visiting Vessels Permit Process
(LMA) Rashed Khalifa Al Falasi, Maritime Enablement Manager at DMA, Dubai Maritime Authority (DMA) -
(LMA) Salmeen Alhammadi, Head of Business and Admin Tasneef Emirates Classification Society
Topic: How yacht code and sustainable building practices
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(LMA) Joachem Den Jenlis, CEO Ecocoast
Topic: Discover how sustainability drives innovation in marine solutions from Ecocoast
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(LMA) Joe Lynch, CEO ICOMIA and Daren Vaux, President of ICOMIA
Topic: Marine Industry Sustainable
Friday 21st February
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Marlin
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Barbara Lang-Lenton & H.E. Sheikh Fahim Al Qasim
Topic: Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation
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Benjamin Nist, Docker
Topic: TBC
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Toby Gregory
Topic: First 3 man UAE team who rowed across the Arctic
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Chrysi Vrantsi, Architect Director & Anastasia Vrantsi, Managing Director, Civil Engineer, MBA
Topic: Vrantsi Architecture | Villa Earth
Saturday 22nd February
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Alberto Sonino, CEO, Vento Di Venezia
Joe Lynch, CEO ICOMIATopic: The ICOMIA World Marinas Conference, Venice 2025
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Leisure Marine Association Coffee Talks Day 2
Insights and Advancements in Marina Management
Moderator: Farrokh Golchin from Stratconn Commercial -
(LMA) Oscar Siches, Founding Member of Asia Pacific Superyacht Association
Topic: Marina Logistic and Drystack
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(LMA) Linda Nigermann, Owner Elite Marine Supplies (EMS)
Topic: Combining Insights – Understanding Superyacht Owners and Crew Members
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(LMA) Ahmed Abdelhalim, Director of Marina, Dubai Holding Asset Management, Founder & Formal Board Member LMA MENA
Topic: Future of Marinas
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(LMA) Silviya Clark, Head of Sals, Beno
Topic:The Smart Yacht Era : Merging cutting - edge tech with timeless luxury yachting
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Hamdan Al Shamsi and Nicky Vaux
Topic: TBC
Sunday 23rd February
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Capt Sahar Rasti
Topic: First Woman Emirati Ship Captain
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Nico de Corato
Topic: Heli Rescue Diver
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Dr Ahmed Nabil
Topic: Sustainability in Marine Conservation Efforts and Human Resources
