UAE Marine Sports Federation Charts Course for Dragon Boat Euro Cup
A strategic partnership with Siren will bring an international dragon boat championship to the Emirates this December, reinforcing the nation's prominence in global marine sporting competitions.
The UAE Marine Sports Federation has entered into a strategic partnership with Siren, a distinguished organiser of dragon boat championships throughout the Emirates, to orchestrate the Dragon Boat Euro Cup this December. The collaboration represents a significant milestone in the Federation’s comprehensive strategy to cultivate dragon boat racing, expand participation across the sport, and elevate the nation’s standing within the international marine sports community.
Khaled bin Dismal, Secretary-General of the UAE Marine Sports Federation, underscored the championship’s profound significance as a pivotal development in advancing the sport domestically. He articulated how the competition presents an exceptional opportunity to engage a broader spectrum of participants whilst reinforcing the UAE’s increasingly prominent position on the world stage. Mr. bin Dismal emphasised the Federation’s steadfast commitment to fostering marine sports participation through the support of championships and initiatives that embody sporting excellence, collaborative endeavour, and meaningful community involvement.
The Secretary-General further characterised the event as instrumental in demonstrating the Federation’s ambitions to advance the marine sports sector and strengthen its international reputation. He noted that hosting such prestigious international competitions further substantiates the UAE’s credentials as a premier destination for world-class sporting events.
His Excellency Aref Al Haranki, Board Member of the UAE Marine Sports Federation, articulated the strategic value of the partnership with Siren. He acknowledged the company’s formidable expertise in orchestrating dragon boat championships throughout the Emirates, which will prove instrumental to the championship’s preparation and successful execution. Mr. Al Haranki explained that the agreement will facilitate enhanced coordination between the Federation and its partner organisation, ensuring the delivery of an outstanding experience for participating teams and spectators alike whilst showcasing the exhilaration, competitive intensity, and collaborative spirit that characterise this captivating sport.
The UAE Marine Sports Federation continues its methodical preparations for the championship as an integral component of its broader strategic vision to attract international competitions, expand its calendar of marine sporting events, cultivate wider participation, and consolidate the nation’s position within the global marine sports landscape.
Source: WAM