Yachting Ventures, a yacht investment company, has established the Yachting Ventures Innovation Center in partnership with ADIBS (Abu Dhabi International Boat Show). This initiative aims to support startup founders in the recreational sailing and yachting industry by providing networking opportunities, education, and a platform to develop solutions for a sustainable future.
In line with UAE’s commitment to sustainable development, the Yachting Ventures Innovation Center has been introduced during the fifth annual Boat Show at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center from 9-12 November 2023. The center will serve as a hub for investors, industry experts, and innovators interested in creating a more sustainable maritime industry. Its primary goal is to facilitate collaboration, education, and networking among these professionals.
The center will accommodate 10 startups, selected and invited by Yachting Ventures, fostering the growth of cleantech startups. The opportunity to exhibit is open to anyone, including captains and crew members.
Gabbi Richardson, the founder of Yachting Ventures, expressed excitement about launching the Innovation Center, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing sustainability and fostering innovation in the growing maritime industry in the Middle East. The center will serve as a crucial platform, connecting startups, entrepreneurs, customers, investors, and industry experts, enabling the presentation of ideas and driving positive change in the industry.