World’s first 28m private foiling yacht announced
UAE-based brand Foiler has launched Ghost, a 28-metre private foiling yacht, the world’s first, at the Abu Dhabi International...
Middle East
Read all the latest Middle East marine news and boating sector. Stay up to date with developments happening including boat builders, superyacht designers and the raft of mega-marinas opening up across the Middle East.
Find out about the key players in the Middle East boat industry, like who’s building new shipyards and what’s happening in the Red Sea as charter – and marina – licences are being issued.
Renewable-energy regattas and new yacht club headline AMAALA’s updates at the Yachting Racing Forum
AMAALA outlined its role in the international sailing landscape in a keynote address on the opening day of the...
Qatari investment firm acquires majority stake in German boatbuilder
Al Masdar Investment, a Qatari investment firm chaired by Sheikh Saud bin Abdulaziz Al-Thani, has acquired a 63 per...
Abu Dhabi positions itself as launchpad for marine startups
With a $10 billion tourism investment plan underway and a deep-rooted maritime heritage, Abu Dhabi is positioning itself as...
Red Sea yachting rules aim to boost responsible tourism
The Saudi Red Sea Authority has introduced a set of regulations to support the growth of its recreational yachting...
Yachting Ventures startup showcase returns to Abu Dhabi International Boat Show 2025
Yachting Ventures will return to the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS) spearheading the Innovation Zone, where 15 startups...
Gulf Craft introduces crypto payments for yacht purchases
Gulf Craft has introduced a regulated crypto payment system for yacht and leisure craft purchases, service and refit work....
BWA Yachting opens in the Maldives
BWA Yachting Maldives is open and providing a full suite of agency and concierge services tailored to the needs...
Freedom Boat Club to open first Middle East site in Dubai
Freedom Boat Club, a Brunswick Corporation business and brand, has confirmed its expansion into the Middle East with the...
Forecast for outboard motor market: growth
As the cornerstone of contemporary maritime transportation, outboards are beloved for their functionality and ease of use. Ease of...
ICOMIA podcast: Wyndham Tops, Red Sea Global, on the Gulf’s rapid evolution as a marine destination
The Gulf region is witnessing a rapid evolution in its leisure marine sector, led by coordinated industry efforts through...
