IGY Marinas has been appointed as the marina operator for Wynn Al Marjan Island Marina in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates.
The appointment marks the second IGY Marina destination in the Middle East.
IGY Marinas has been engaged by Wynn Resorts to advise on the marina’s design and development, offering pre-opening advisory services, followed by post-opening management and marketing services.
It is intended that the collaboration between Wynn Resorts, IGY, and Marina Solutions International (MSI) will position Wynn Al Marjan Island Marina as an iconic yachting destination in the region.
Our involvement in the Wynn Al Marjan Island project represents a significant milestone for IGY Marinas.
Steve English
Wynn Al Marjan Island will feature 1,530 rooms and suites, together with entertainment and leisure amenities.
The resort will also include a 15,000sqm shopping promenade filled with the world’s top luxury boutiques, and a 7,500sqm meetings and events centre.
IGY Marinas will manage a world-class marina at the resort, designed to accommodate leisure craft and superyachts.
“Our involvement in the Wynn Al Marjan Island project represents a significant milestone for IGY Marinas,” said Steve English, CEO of IGY Marinas.
World-class destination
“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.”
The marina basin will feature 101 berths, accommodating yachts up to 85 meters length overall.
Features will include the latest berthing technology and marine services to cater to the growing demand for ultra-luxury waterfront experiences.
Marina Solutions International (MSI) has been involved throughout the project since the feasibility stage and designed the 101-berth superyacht marina.
Huge opportunity
“MSI has been working closely with Wynn Resorts on the Al Marjan Island Marina project since 2022,” explained James Beaver, director at MSI.
“Our involvement from the start has been to provide an extensive feasibility study for the marina, establish its market position, provide conceptual and detailed marina designs and operational consultancy.
“We’re delighted that we could support Wynn and assist in the process of selecting a world-class operator in IGY. This marina is a huge opportunity for the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah to establish itself as a yachting destination.
First integrated resort
“We look forward to the continued development of the marina and, once open, to seeing its success unfold long into the future.”
Wynn Al Marjan Island will be the first integrated resort in the United Arab Emirates, located less than an hour from Dubai International Airport.
Wynn Resorts is developing the project in partnership with Marjan and RAK Hospitality Holding.
The marina is set to open in 2027.