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Saudi Arabia establishes yachting network; 278 shared berths

Red Sea Global, the operator behind Saudi Arabia’s largest yachting developments, has introduced a “Yacht Network,” aiming to bring together its marinas and yacht clubs.

The first two properties included in the program, AMAALA Marina and Shura Island Marina, will combine resources to streamline a yacht’s experience of cruising the Red Sea. 

The scheme brings together the operators’ marine services under one management platform, catering to yacht owners, charter guests, captains and crew members. 

With a total number of 278 berths for vessels up to 120 meters in length, the recently opened AMAALA Marina accommodates 119 berths, while Shura Island Marina offers 169. 

“The launch of Yachting Network marks an important milestone in establishing the Red Sea as a destination for the international yachting community. It allows us to offer yacht owners and charter guests a connected experience across the coast, and for captains and crew, it means greater simplicity on the ground, with berthing and marine services coordinated through a single network,” said John Pagano, CEO of Red Sea Global. “

The aim is to make cruising between destinations as seamless as possible, while delivering the level of service expected,”

The operator expects additional marinas and anchorage areas to take part in 2027.