Tag: Marina
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Iraq to set to launch 50-berth marina; country’s largest
Iraq is nearing the launch of a new marina, which its government believes will help boost marine tourism and stimulate economic growth. The facility, located on the Shatt al-Arab waterway, will cater to 50 boats. It is the largest marina in Iraq. According to Director General of the state-owned General Company for Maritime Transport Ahmad…
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2026 Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards to take place in November; now open to submissions
The Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards, a ceremony honoring marinas in the Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye regions, has confirmed its return for 2026. The fourth edition of the event, taking place during the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show on November 19-22, is a joint effort by Integrated Transport Center (Abu Dhabi Mobility), an affiliate…
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Egyptian Developer Tatweer Misr launches 65-berth yacht marina in Ras El Hekma
Tatweer Misr has launched SALT Marina, the developer’s second property in Ras El Hekma, Egypt’s smart city megaproject. The 65-berth marina, representing $500 million (EGP 70 billion) in investment, has been developed to strengthen Egypt’s coastal tourism efforts. It is said to be the first interconnected coastal project by an Egyptian real estate developer. The…
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M3 Monaco and Raunautica partner together to strengthen Egypt’s yacht market
Marina management company Raunatica has announced a strategic partnership with M3 Monaco to promote the development of Egypt’s yacht tourism sector. The signed agreement, which took place at Monaco Yacht Club, sets its sights on marina development and long-term growth by supporting the enhancement of marina services and operational standards. It brings together Raunautica’s local…
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Oman’s Barka Marina begins operations as part of $143 million waterfront development
Oman’s first privately developed and operated fishing harbour, using a usufruct system, Barka Marina, has started phased operations. Located in the Wilayat of Barka, in the South Al Batinah governorate, the development is worth over 55 million Omani Rials ($143 million). Barka Marina falls under Oman’s Vision 2040, planning to turn fisheries into economic hubs…
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El Gouna announces new marina as part of Marina Island by Tuban El Gouna
Egypt’s Red Sea coast is primed for a new yacht marina. As part of Marina Island by Tubman, the coastal town will feature a waterfront district with a marina, alongside its residential offerings. El Gouna Red Sea, which is operated by Orascom Development Egypt, is Egypt’s largest marina operator, accommodating 600 berths. “El Gouna Red…
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Yas Marina receives “Superyacht Ready” accreditation, first in Abu Dhabi
Yas Marina, one of the Middle East’s biggest marinas, has affirmed its position as a leading luxury tourism hotspot after it was granted a “Superyacht Ready” designation by the Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA). The achievement, the first to be granted in Abu Dhabi, confirms that the marina holds up to international standards for superyachts in…
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IGY Marinas to serve Egypt’s $1 billion Il Monte Gala Project as Marina Advisor
Global operator IGY Marinas is expanding its Middle East presence with its appointment as Marina Advisor to the Il Mont Towers development. LONG READ: With Gulf Craft’s Superyacht Service Centre, Captain Patricia Caswell plans to make refitting in the Middle East the norm. [Maritime Observer Newsletter] This follows the announcement of the EGP 50 billion…
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Egypt to build 150-berth yacht marina as part of $1 Billion Development IL Monte Galala
Egypt’s state institutions and the private sector have joined forces to boost the country’s tourism offerings with the announcement of Il Mont Galala Towers and Marina project. Announced last week in Cairo by Tatweer Misr, the project’s lead developer, the mixed-use development, valued at $1.06 billion, will be situated in Ain Sokhna on the Western…
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Old Doha Port and Dubai Harbour Agree to Regional Partnership
Two leading maritime entities, positioned as major economic drivers for Qatar and the UAE, respectively, Old Doha Port and Dubai Harbour, have signed an agreement to advance the Gulf’s maritime ecosystem. Taking place during the Qatar Boat Show, hosted at Old Doha Port for the second edition, the signing ceremony marks a collaboration between two…
