Tag: UAE

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…
Medasia Marine Deliver First X-Shore Boat in the UAE

Boutique superyacht company Medasia Marine has announced the delivery and registration of the Gulf’s first fully electric X Short 1 boat to a UAE client. The X Shore 1, built by Swedish boat builder X Shore, is powered by a 125KW electric motor and uses sustainable materials for its construction. The vessel offers silent and…
Mohammed AlShaali – A Progenitor of Middle East Boat Manufacturing

Last week, the founder and chairman of UAE-Based shipyard Gulf Craft Mohammed AlShaali received a lifetime achievement award at the Boat Builder Awards in Amsterdam, recognized for his efforts in building Gulf Craft to the globally successful shipyard it is today. Mr. AlShaali’s contributions to The Middle East cannot be understated. In the same way…
“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…
D-Marin Announces Port De La Mer Marina; Fifth Superyacht Marina in Dubai

October 03, 2024 – Marina chain D-Marin announced a new addition to its roster of world-class marinas, Port De La Mer Marina. Located on the coast of La Mer’s north peninsula, the first phase of the marina will operate at a 32-berth capacity. In total, the marina plans to accommodate 160 berths, for vessels up…
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…
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.
Al Seer Marine appoints Gunther Alvarado as new Deputy Chief Executive Officer

Marine equipment and supplies company Al Seer Marine has appointed Gunther Alvarado as new Deputy Chief Executive Officer. Spending over 10 years with the company, Alvarado assumed a variety of roles, starting as a Technical Manager, moving to the Head of Yacht Management and Operations and Chief Operating Officer thereafter. According to a press release…
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.
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…