IGY Marinas and NEOM join forces to develop Sindalah Marina project

IGY Marinas and NEOM join forces to develop Sindalah Marina project

IGY Marinas and NEOM have joined forces to collaborate on the development and operation of the Sindalah Marina project in Saudi Arabia. 

The partnership between IGY Marinas and NEOM aims to establish and manage Sindalah Marina, a luxurious island destination within NEOM. With numerous ongoing developments in the region, IGY Marinas is well-positioned to leverage its global expertise in the Gulf area.

The marina is expected to feature 86 berths capable of accommodating yachts up to 50 meters in length, along with additional serviced offshore buoys for superyachts up to 180 meters. IGY Marinas plans to open Sindalah Marina by the first quarter of 2024, as stated in their official announcement.

Antoni Vives, Head of Urban Development at NEOM, expresses confidence that Sindalah will emerge as an enchanting and vibrant yachting destination. He highlights the strategic location, exceptional amenities, and breathtaking natural landscapes that will contribute to its appeal. 

The partnership with IGY is regarded as a significant step towards realizing NEOM's vision of reshaping the global yachting calendar, with NEOM positioned conveniently within a day's cruising distance from the Mediterranean Sea.

The Red Sea is evolving from being solely a transit route for yachts traveling from the Mediterranean to the Indian Ocean and Asia into a world-class yachting destination in its own right. While the developments in the region are still in their early stages compared to Mohammed Bin Salman's ambitious vision, progress is already underway in the northwestern parts of Saudi Arabia.

Tom Mukamal, CEO of IGY Marinas, emphasizes that Sindalah perfectly aligns with the company's global vision of connecting remarkable yachting destinations through their expanding marina network. The inclusion of NEOM in the IGY platform will provide superyacht owners, captains, and charter guests unparalleled destinations, service, and convenience. IGY Marinas eagerly anticipates the opportunity to showcase this extraordinary new destination to the international yachting community.

The NEOM project aims to transform the Red Sea coast into a prominent luxury destination and is expected to have a positive impact on the future of the superyacht industry. However, it is crucial to involve established stakeholders in the superyacht industry to ensure that the development is executed sustainably and efficiently.

Source: https://www.superyachtnews.com/