Tag: Dubai
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Dubai Records 149% Increase in Yacht Arrivals for H1 2025
The Dubai Maritime Authority shared new insights on yacht traffic in the Emirate for the first half of the year. According to the DMA, yacht arrivals saw a 149% increase, recording 97 foreign-flagged vessels between January and June 2025, compared to 39 boats in the same period last year. This underscores the rise of the…
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Dubai Maritime Authority Promotes Yacht Tourism with the Launch of the “Dock and Dine” Scheme
The Dubai Maritime Authority (DMA), in partnership with the Dubai Department of Economy (DET), have launched “Dock and Dine,” an initiative that allows yacht owners, captains and crew members to gain access to services from 20 of Dubai’s marinas. Want to stay up to date with the latest news of the Middle East superyacht market?…
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Several Regulatory Announcements Made for Foreign Flagged Yachts Visiting the UAE
Coming out of the 31st Dubai International Boat Show, several key regulatory additions concerning foreign-flagged vessels entering the UAE. Announced by the Dubai General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA), here are new additions to the UAE’s leisure marine policies. Golden Visa Scheme: Following the footsteps of Abu Dhabi’s “Golden Quay Initiative,” Dubai has…
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Dubai International Boat Show Moves to April for 2026 Edition
The Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS) has been appointed a springtime date for its 2026 edition. Due to adjustments owed to the Holy month of Ramadan, The 32nd edition of DIBS returns on Wednesday, April 8th, and runs until Sunday, April 12th, in its current home, Dubai Harbour. This marks the fifth consecutive year that…
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Ocean Independence Celebrates The Opening of New Dubai Branch
Brokerage house Ocean Independence has touched down in The Middle East. The firm, which specializes in yacht sales, charter, new build, and management, has announced the opening of its 16th branch at Dubai Harbour Marina, adding to its worldwide roster of offices – with other locations including Monaco, Fort Lauderdale, Athens, and Mumbai. Overseeing operations…
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“Dubai Code for Ports” Launched by Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation
In an effort to boost maritime capacity, The Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) has announced the launch of the ‘Dubai Code for Ports”. Explained as a first of it’s kind project, the code is a comprehensive technical guide to set benchmarks for the maritime infrastructure sector in the UAE and beyond. The guide…
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Jan De Nul Dredging Awarded $221 million Contract for Palm Jebel Ali Marine Works
Nakheel, a member of Dubai’s real estate arm, has awarded Jan De Nul Dredging LTD. with a $221 million marine works contract for ultra-luxury development Palm Jebel Ali. In the next two years, the group will be overseeing dredging, land reclamation, beach profiling, and sand placement, with the first of eight fonds expected to be…
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West Nautical Open First Office in the UAE
Occasioned by the growth of Dubai’s superyacht sector, Superyacht specialist service company West Nautical opened its first office in the UAE, in Dubai’s Business Bay. West Nautical offers complete superyacht services, including sales, crew, management, and charter services. The UK-based company also holds an office in Limassol, Cyprus.
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D-Marin announces new marine; Port De La Mer
Marina chain D-Marin announces a new addition to its roster of world-class marinas. Port De Le Mer Marina is set for a September 2024 launch and will be located on the coast of La Mer’s north peninsula. Port De La Mer marks D-Marin’s fifth marina in the UAE.
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Business Bay Marina undergoes rebranding; now known as Marasi Bay Marina
In September 2023, Gulf-based real estate development group OMNIYAT announced the acquisition of Business Bay Marina. The marina was previously owned by marina management company D-Marin, who will continue to oversee its day-to-day operations. The marina is now known as Marasi Bay Marina. Marasi Bay accommodates 157 berths for vessels up to 35 meters in…
