United Arab Emirates

Wynn Al Marjan Island

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Marinas (Company)">IGY Marinas</a> has been appointed as the official marina operator for the upcoming <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8289" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wynn Al Marjan Island (Company)">Wynn Al Marjan Island Marina</a>, located in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365380/image/large-1f68186de094f315b7b88834f465edb1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365380">The agreement will see <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Marinas (Company)">IGY Marinas</a> provide pre-opening consultancy and post-opening operational and marketing services for the new waterfront facility. The marina, which forms part of the highly anticipated <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8289" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wynn Al Marjan Island (Company)">Wynn Al Marjan Island</a> integrated resort, is being developed by Wynn Resorts in collaboration with Marina Solutions International (MSI).Designed to accommodate yachts up to 85 metres in length, the marina will feature 101 berths and is set to meet the growing demand for high-end superyacht facilities in the region. According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Marinas (Company)">IGY</a>, the facility will be built to international standards, with advanced berthing systems and premium marine services designed to deliver a luxury experience for visiting yachts and their guests."Our involvement in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8289" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wynn Al Marjan Island (Company)">Wynn Al Marjan Island</a> project represents a significant milestone for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Marinas (Company)">IGY Marinas</a>,” commented Steve English, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Marinas (Company)">IGY Marinas</a>. “We are excited to build on our existing presence in marina management in the Middle East and contribute to the creation of a world-class destination for yachting and gaming enthusiasts."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365382/image/large-04ef179520f082e1293b5a4c431b10e6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365382">The marina’s design has been led by Marina Solutions International, which has been involved in the project since 2022. The company has provided feasibility studies, market analysis and conceptual and detailed designs for the development.“This marina is a huge opportunity for the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah to establish itself as a yachting destination,” added James Beaver, Director at MSI. “We’re delighted to have supported Wynn and to see a world-class operator like <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Marinas (Company)">IGY</a> take the helm.”The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8289" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wynn Al Marjan Island (Company)">Wynn Al Marjan Island</a> resort is scheduled to open in 2027 and will be the first integrated resort of its kind in the UAE. Situated approximately 50 minutes from Dubai International Airport, the property will offer 1,530 rooms and suites, alongside 22 restaurants, bars, and lounges, a theatre, nightclub and beach club. Additional amenities will include a shopping promenade featuring top-tier luxury brands, a spa, salon, pools, and a meetings and events centre.This announcement marks <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Marinas (Company)">IGY Marinas</a>’ second marina destination in the Middle East. A subsidiary of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a>, they currently operate a network of 24 marinas across 14 countries, serving over 10,000 customers annually.&nbsp;(All images courtesy of Wynn Al Marjan Island Marina)

Wynn Al Marjan Island Marina: IGY Marinas appointed to operate UAE marina

IGY Marinas has been appointed as the official marina operator for the upcoming Wynn Al Marjan Island Marina, located in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.