Qatar International Boat show starts today
A Qatari luxury dhow is one of the highlights of the second edition of the Qatar International Boat Show which opens today at Mourjan Marinas in Lusail City.
The show will be inaugurated by the Minister of Economy and Commerce H E Sheikh Ahmed bin Jassim bin Mohamed Al Thani.
The dhow, awaiting a name following its sale to an unspecified buyer, was made by Al Mannai Marine at Al Khor Shipyard. The 150-tonne, 30-metre-long dhow incorporates latest technology while maintaining the traditional look.
It is the first of its kind in the luxury dhow category with yacht specifications. The entire build of the design takes from 18 months to two years, and Al Mannai Marine has six dhows in production.
Its exterior is made of solid teak wood, and the interiors have been designed and made in Italy.
It contains five bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms of Onyx and marble, and the interior fit-out cost over QR2m.
"The show is an event of national importance. It showcases modern Qatar and its ambitions, and has been supported by the government. The dhow showcases the best of Qatar's maritime capabilities." said Essa Al Mannai, Founder of Al Mannai Marine.
