The 20th edition of the Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS) to start from March 13 and celebrate the rich history and incredible growth of the regional maritime industry. DIBS to witness the participation of 750 companies plus 430 boats besides bringing together the ‘who’s who’ in the vast sector from across five continents. The 20th edition of the show being held at Dubai International Marine Club, Mina Seyahi from March 13 to March 17. With an astounding 33 premiers, including world and regional launches, the strength of this year’s 20th anniversary event programming clearly reaffirms its position as one of the top five international boat shows and the Middle East’s number one destination for leisure marine trade. 46 countries including first-time country participation from Austria, Cyprus, Djibouti, Egypt, Hongkong, Madagascar, Poland, Philippines, Seychelles and Tunisia - will also be making their mark at the Dubai International Boat Show, running from 13-17 March at the Dubai International Marine Club - Mina Seyahi. Helal Saeed Almarri, CEO of Dubai World Trade Centre in a press conference held on Wednesday said: “20 years ago, the DIBS was conceived to connect the worldwide maritime industry to a country and region with a passion for the sea.