Fourth Edition of Ayla Marina Boat Show Kicks Off with More Than 60 Local and International Boats

The fourth edition of the Ayla Marina Boat Show officially launched today, Friday, and will continue through Saturday, 23 May 2026, with strong local and international participation that further reinforces its position as Jordan’s leading and only specialized marine exhibition.

Organized by Ayla Oasis Development Company in collaboration with the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority and Royal Marine, the exhibition brought together more than 60 boats and yachts, alongside a wide range of companies and brands specializing in marine services and navigation. The event also attracted notable attendance from visitors and industry enthusiasts from Jordan and abroad.

The exhibition is supported by a distinguished group of partners, including Zain, Bank al Etihad, Yamaha, and Al Laith Marine Equipment, reflecting the importance of cross-sector collaboration in supporting the growth of the marine industry and enhancing tourism in Aqaba.

Over the course of two days, the exhibition offered a comprehensive marine experience that combined business, entertainment, and innovation through boat and yacht showcases, live sea trials, complimentary marine excursions, and the unveiling of marine technologies and services presented in Jordan for the first time. The event also featured virtual reality experiences and family-friendly activities that catered to visitors of all age groups.

On this occasion, Mansour Alkabarity, Public Relations Manager at Ayla Oasis Development Company, said: "We are proud of the growth and success achieved by the Ayla Marina Boat Show in its fourth edition, as it has become a specialized marine platform bringing together leading entities operating within the marine sector alongside boating and marine services enthusiasts. This year’s edition reflects the exhibition’s notable growth in terms of participation and attendance, further positioning Aqaba as a promising regional hub for marine services and marine tourism.”

Alkabarity added: "At Ayla, we remain committed to delivering an integrated experience that reflects the world-class infrastructure and services offered by Ayla Marina, while also supporting sailing culture, marine activities, and opportunities for collaboration and partnerships among stakeholders operating within this vital sector.”

The exhibition also contributed to opening new avenues for collaboration between companies, investors, and marine service providers, while fostering dialogue around innovation, sustainability, and the future of the marine sector in the region, in line with national efforts aimed at stimulating high-value economic and tourism sectors.

Ayla Marina continues to strengthen its position as a world-class marine destination, supported by a number of prestigious international accreditations, including the Gold Anchor Award, the Clean Marina certification, and the Blue Flag environmental award, reaffirming its commitment to the highest standards of sustainability, safety, and service excellence.

The Ayla Marina Boat Show forms part of Ayla’s long-term strategy to develop the marine sector and reinforce Aqaba’s standing as a leading tourism and marine destination in the region through attracting high-quality events and delivering exceptional experiences that support sustainable economic and tourism growth.