Tag: Dubai
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Dubai Maritime Authority Introduces Marina Leasing Management Platform “Marsa”
At the 2025 GITEX Global technology event, the Dubai Maritime Authority (DMA) announced “Marsa,” the first digital platform for the management and leasing of marine berths in Dubai. The DMA, part of the Port, Customs, and Free Zones Corporation, plans to utilize the platform to digitalize the Emirate’s marina sector by reducing paperwork and streamlining…
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PCFC Brings All of Dubai’s Marinas Together In New Online Berth-Reservation Network
The Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) has announced the soft launch of a new integrated online platform, allowing yacht owners to book marina berths across Dubai through mobile and computer. As reported by Gulf News, the rollout was introduced by Ahmad Saleh, PCFC Head of Demand and Relationship Management at the Gitex Global…
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Pre-Owned Boat Show Returns to the UAE for 11th Edition
The Dubai Pre-Owned Boat Show is set to return for its eleventh edition. The event, which runs from October 31st to November 2nd, will take place at its home, Dubai Creek Marina, Park Hyatt. The marina accommodates 80 berths for vessels between 25 and 165ft. The show is organized by Viya Marina, a yacht service…
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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…
