D-Marin has announced a slew of accreditations attained by Marsa Al Arab Marina by The Yacht Harbour Association.
After an independent audit, the marina has received TYHA’s 5 Gold Anchor, Clean Marina and Superyacht Ready distinctions.
“5 Gold Anchor,” TYHA’s highest honor, is awarded to marinas with the highest levels of excellence in terms of services and facilities.
The “Clean Marina” award, meanwhile, reflects the property’s commitment to suitability and prioritizing waste-management processes and pollution-prevention initiatives.
The “Superyacht Ready” accreditation is given to marinas that meet international standards in multiple facets, among them superyacht infrastructure, facilities, operational readiness, service delivery and crew experience.
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“These internationally recognised awards reflect D-Marin’s unwavering commitment to delivering world‑class marina experiences, exceptional customer service, and the highest standards of environmental responsibility. As a flagship destination within the D‑Marin network, Marsa Al Arab marina continues to set new benchmarks for excellence in the region and beyond,” said Selcuk Balci, managing director at D‑Marin.
“These achievements reflect the ambition behind Marsa Al Arab Marina and reinforce its position as one of the region’s premier marina destinations. Our long-standing partnership with D‑Marin is built on a shared vision to deliver world-class experiences. Together, we are helping to elevate the standards of marina excellence while strengthening Dubai’s position as a leading destination for luxury tourism,” added Michael Heyes, chief financial officer at Dubai Holding Hospitality.
D-Marin Marsa Al Arab caters to 82 berths for yachts up to 61 meters. It is D-Marin’s fifth property in Dubai, one of the nine countries in the operator’s portfolio. 28 facilities in nine countries. Its customer base totals 50,000, with over 14,300 berths.