Dive Middle East Exhibition (DMEX)
DMEX 2010
EDA teamed up with DMEX for the fifth time this year from the 9-13 March running alongside The Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS).
There was a positive buzz around the dive section, which attracted both dive enthusiasts and new comers curious about diving. Exhibitors ranged from dive operators/retailers to tourism boards supplying a little something for everyone. The dive pool, which was located indoors, brought in the crowds of interested onlookers as dive and free diving demonstrations were being conducted on a regular basis.
DMEX 2009
The fourth DMEX 2009 had another successful year at the Dubai International Marine Club at Mina Seyahi.
DMEX 2008
The Dive Middle East Exhibition (DMEX) 2008, in its third year, took place on the 11-15 March within the Dubai International Boat Show 2008 for the second time at the Dubai International Marine Club, Mina Seyahi in a new indoor location.
It featured an indoor exhibit and an outdoor interactive dive pool used for scuba diving demos and trial dives by Al Boom Diving, Scuba Dubai, and Beuchat.
A total of 18 exhibitors from the UAE and nearby regions showcased their operations to the local diving community.
DMEX 2007
On the 13-17 March, DMEX was held for the first time alongside the Dubai International Boat Show at the Dubai International Marine Club, Mina Seyahi. DMEX brought together the leading names from the world of dive equipment and diving destinations.
Building on the rapid rise in popularity of diving in the region, DMEX provided a natural meeting point for divers and marine leisure enthusiasts. With a total of 21 exhibitors participating, this collocation brought together exhibitors from across the UAE and surrounding regions showcasing the latest diving supplies and services.
EDA hosted a series of diving demonstrations from underwater wireless communication, to underwater photography and a presentation on breathing techniques held by world renowned free diver, Emma Farrell.
DMEX 2005
May 10-11 2005, Madinat Jumeirah
DMEX 2005, held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, was the first diving trade show in the Middle East. The two-day event hosted by EDA at the Madinat Convention Centre, saw 33 exhibitors from the UAE, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Egypt, Malaysia, Seychelles, France & the US representing dive retailers, dive manufacturers, tourism companies, environmental organizations and other marine related companies.
Exhibits included the latest on dive equipment, technical diving specialties as well as the diving history of the UAE. Added attractions were the presentations, a fashion show that showcased the latest dive fashions, an underwater photography competition judged by two internationally respected local underwater photographers, Carol Harris and Jonathan Ali Khan and educational events aimed at children and dive enthusiasts.
For more information on DMEX 2011, please contact the DMEX team on:
Tel: +971 4 308 6451
Fax: +971 4 318 8607
Email: boatshow@dwtc.com
