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Al Mannai Marine

Venetian design studio Watermarkdesign are at it again having created the interior design of yet another luxury dhow built by Al Mannai shipyard in Qatar. The 33 metre project involved a close collaboration between designer Garlant Marco, Al Mannai and the vessel’s owner to create a custom interior according to his wishes.

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In contrast to the traditional image of the vessels, Watermarkdesign makes use of high-tech 3D scans of the hull to be able to develop an interior which can be presented as a 3D rendering to the owner. The next step is to build the interior spaces in the pre-assembly factory in Italy, which is then shipped to Qatar for installation.

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 El Emadi’s layout is created to accommodate 10 guests in full beam master suite, two VIP staterooms amidships and two double cabins forward.

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The saloon on deck is finished in a tasteful ambience with a variety of white and cream tones creating a soothing atmosphere for guests to escape from the blazing desert heat. The white lacquered deckhead is shaped to resemble an aerial view of the vessel’s outline.

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A look on board the new 33m luxury dhow El Emadi

Venice-based design studio Watermarkdesign have revealed new images of the interior of luxury dhow projects that the studio has been involved with, constructed at the Al Mannai Marine shipyard in Qatar.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/155364/image/large-6f7d9243525cee479e4aeb80f9d3f995.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/155364">The yachts, which might appear to be traditional Qatari dhows, are fitted with advanced equipment as one would find onboard a modern superyacht, with a luxury interior designed by Garlant Marco to match.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/155365/image/large-12cccfaec0b512d3a3a64448ab6191e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/155365">The yard reports that two superyachts have already been launched, a 30.35 metre and a 31.20 metre version, with project number 3, a 33.20 metre superyacht, currently under construction and is set to be delivered later this year.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/155366/image/large-1bad400ac2bfc6ee351f8e94da717355.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/155366">In contrast to the traditional image of the vessels, Watermarkdesign makes use of high-tech 3D scans of the hull to be able to develop an interior which can be presented as a 3D rendering to the owner. The next step is to build the interior spaces in the pre-assembly factory in Italy, which is then shipped to Qatar for installation.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/155367/image/large-cec8f08012ae6338d217b021781d57d4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/155367">The yachts can accommodate between 8 and 10 guests, depending on the interior layout.By Charl van Rooy

Luxury Dhow superyachts built in Qatar

The second edition of the Qatar International Boat Show (QIBS) concluded last week. Held from 11th - 15th November in Mourjan Marinas, Lusail City, the show reportedly attracted in excess of 12,000 visitors who came to see over 90 exhibitors and 75 boats on display. I was at the show, to experience first-hand the show's potential.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/151678/image/large-6b15fbad997730bfbdbbe0e4b603e36d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/151678">Inaugurated by H.E. the Minister of Economy and Trade, Sheikh Ahmed Bin Jassim Bin Mohammed Al Thani, QIBS boasted many improvements on the inaugural show. Just one of these was the newly upgraded exhibition area which comprised shows both on land and in the water with 10,000 square metres of water basin surface, and more than 15,000 square metres of pavilions and outdoor areas.Boats on display included a Gulf Craft Majesty 101 (31m in length); Amer Yachts 92 (28m long); Behnemar 90 (27.5m); Al Omar Marine 88 (27m); and Gulf Craft 88 (27m). The largest boat on display was a 40 metre Floating House from Abu Dhabi-based Emirates Waves. However, built in Qatar by Al Mannai Marine, a luxury dhow stole the show this year. The 150 tonne dhow is 33 metres in length and incorporates the latest advancements in technology while maintaining the traditional look of a Qatari dhow, and as such, is the very first of its kind in a luxury dhow category with yacht specifications. The entire build of this design takes approximately 2 years, and currently Al Mannai Marine has 6 in production.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/151679/image/large-55e0d501fb792a59bb03ff91b40d4290.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/151679">Among the exhibitors at QIBS, an array of regional companies participated, including Amwaj, Art Marine, Behnemar, Doha Yachting, Dolphin Marine, Domasco, Emirates Boats, Emirates Waves and Gulf Craft amongst many others, while international exhibitors such as Lürssen and Blohm + Voss were also present.In order to highlight Qatar’s increasing role in the international maritime industry, members of the world’s media were also taken on a tour of the Nakilat (NDSQ) shipyard, situated in Ras Laffan. The shipyard covers a total area of 58,000sqm and includes a massive ship construction hall which is capable of simultaneously accommodating four vessels completely undercover.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/151680/image/large-4a97f6e1943a8dd7d1a325d3eae2b139.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/151680">Essa Al Mannai, Chairman of SnowComms which organises QIBS, commented, “QIBS is a showcase for modern Qatar and its ambitions. It is being increasingly recognised around the world as a major shop window for boats and services in the maritime industry, especially in the Gulf Region. The success of this past week's show has without doubt reinforced our view that Qatar has carved out for itself in the international boat show circuit.”As part of the closing ceremony, all the boats in the marina at Lusail sounded their horns for a full minute at 9pm.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/151681/image/large-28faaa7c94df93faba406777d3fca416.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/151681">Special thanks to Qatar Airways, the Official Carrier of Qatar International Boat Show, who were kind enough to fly the entire media team of the QIBS to their destination. Flying Qatar Airways turned out to be a real eye opener. Their Business Class service is amongst the best in the industry, and service was impeccable.By Maarten Janssen

QIBS 2014 a resounding success

The second edition of the Qatar International Boat Show began yesterday at Mourjan Marinas in Lusail City. Held from the 1tth - 15th November, I was given an exclusive look on board one of the show’s main attractions, a 30 metre luxury dhow.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/151507/image/large-2a06f55a4d6f7edec96f2405e6f72e5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/151507">Sold to an unspecified buyer, the vessel was built in Qatar by Al Mannai Marine at the Al Khor Shipyard. She incorporates the latest advancements in technology while maintaining the traditional look of a Qatari dhow, and is the very first luxury dhow with yacht specifications. The dhow boasts teak wood exteriors, with Italian designed interiors by Watermarkdesign, consisting of five luxury cabins with en suite facilities.Taking between 18 months to 2 years to complete, the shipyard reportedly have 6 dhows currently in production. Essa Al Mannai, Chairman of SnowComms which is organising QIBS, and founder of Al Mannai Marine, introduced the dhow commenting, “This dhow from Al Mannai Marine showcases the very best of Qatar’s maritime capabilities.”Other superyachts on display at the show include a 31 metre Gulf Craft Majesty 101; a 28 metre Amer Yachts 92; a 27.5 metre Behnemar 90; a 27 metre Al Omar Marine 88, and a 27 metre Gulf Craft 88. In total, there will be over 75 boats on display, with brands such as Azimut, Sea Ray, Princess, Ferretti, Riva, Gulf Craft and Sunseeker all being present.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/151508/image/large-29a21d2df44c1ba97fdf9ec00dbe931f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/151508">Other activities at the show include a tour by special invitation only of the Nakilat (NDSQ) shipyard, aiming to showcase the country’s potential among international shipyards, as well as a repeat of last year’s popular Fly boarding demonstration; a drive through of 30 classic Harley Davidson bikes and a Kitesurfing demonstration. Ali Bin Ali, the official distributor of Ulysse Nardin watches, will also be exhibiting at QIBS for a second year.Faysal Mikati, Vice President of QIBS organiser Snow Comms, comments, “QIBS is being increasingly recognised around the world as a major shop window for boats and services in the maritime industry, especially in the Gulf Region. We have no doubt that this week’s Show will be even more successful than that of last year, and we look forward to welcoming everyone to witness firsthand the special role that Qatar has carved out for itself in the international boat show circuit.”By Maarten Janssen