ISTANBUL - The 26th Istanbul International Boat Show, organized by the NTSR Fairs, began on Saturday.
State Minister & Deputy Prime Minister Abdullatif Sener inaugurated the boat show in Istanbul World Trade Center.
Sener underlined that Turkey should also become an important country in the area of sea transportation.
Stating that the current government extended great support to maritime sector, Sener noted, "Turkey took significant steps especially in the area of ship building."
According to a statement issued by NTSR, 600 different brands participate at the fair where high-tech boats with engines, yachts, high speed boats and boat equipments and accessories are displayed.
The 26th Istanbul International Boat Show will last until February 25th.