Mourjan Marinas IGY Announces Final Nautical Flea Market For The 2010/2011 Boat Season At Festival Marina

Mourjan Marinas IGY, the developer and manager of luxury marinas and yachting lifestyle destinations, has announced its final Nautical Flea Market for the 2010/2011 boating season will be held on 11th February 2011.

The popular event, which is supported by Boat Trader Magazine, Yachts Emirates, Boat Owner Middle East and the Emirates Diving Association, will be held from 3pm – 9pm at Dubai’s Festival Marina.

Mourjan Marinas IGY’s Nautical Flea Market has proved to be a tremendous success so far, creating a place where nautical lovers can meet and exchange stories and experiences and a place where they can find all their nautical needs. It is also an opportunity for lovers of the maritime world to directly sell and buy any pre-owned nautical item. Professionals and amateurs alike can find everything they need, from water sports equipment such as fishing, diving, wakeboarding; boat equipments such as anchors, radars, ropes and outboards as well as yachts up to 40 metres.

Organizers are encouraging people to bring all their nautical equipment that is for sale no matter how big or small. This is the place for bargains in all types of maritime items! Buy that hard to find nautical treasure for pennies … so to all you “sea enthusiasts” do not pass on the last chance this season to participate in this unique event and share your know-how and interest.

The market will be taking place in three different sections: on water, on land and on the boardwalk. The boats on water can moor in the Festival Marina basin; for the trailers carrying boats and jet-skis there will be a designated area on the marina promenade close to the marina office, and the boardwalk will be dedicated for small items and equipment.

All boats and trailers need to pre register and pay a small fee of 100 dirhams for boats on water and 50 dirhams for trailer boats.

For further information about the Nautical Flea Market and Mourjan Marinas IGY’s activities, you can visit the newly designed website www.mourjanmarinas.com. The website provides user friendly access for those looking to learn more about one of the world’s leading luxury marina companies.
 

Mourjan Marinas IGY Announces Latest Promotions For Festival Marina

Mourjan Marinas IGY, the developer and manager of luxury marinas and yachting lifestyle destinations, today announced the details of new promotions at its exclusive Festival Marina at Dubai Festival City.

The “18 for 12” promotion will allow customers to take advantage of 18 months of marina berthing at Festival Marina for the price of 12. The offer will be available to new berthing customers at Festival Marina starting from 1 September 2010 to 30 November 2010.

There is also the chance to win one year of complimentary berthing at Festival Marina by emailing info@mourjanmarinas.com to receive competition details or by simply registering online at www.mourjanmarinas.com. The competition will run from 10 September 2010 to 31 December 2010, with the winners announced in January 2011.

As Festival Marina completed its third anniversary in August, Mourjan Marinas IGY has also extended its “Be Our Guest” offer which allows new customers a month of free berthing at the luxurious marina. The promotion is now valid until November 2010.

The Mediterranean inspired Festival Marina has 74 permanent berths with state-of-the-art facilities to accommodate yachts from 15m to 35m in length. The custom-designed marina features extra wide pontoons and WiFi internet access. In keeping with its international appeal, Festival Marina is the only facility in the UAE with quay wall mooring (as found in the waterside towns of Europe). This feature allows visiting yachts to moor directly at the quayside so passengers can go ashore and spend the day at Dubai Festival City. Visitors to the Festival Marina can also enjoy a complimentary relaxing Abra ride.

The service is available Sunday – Wednesday from 6pm till 10pm and Thursday, Friday, Saturday from 6pm till 12 midnight.

Matthew Bate, Director of Operations, said:

“One of our main priorities At Mourjan Marinas IGY is to ensure customer satisfaction. We are committed to providing the best services and the optimal facilities available to our existing and new customers. We are delighted to offer these new promotions at Festival Marina, which aims to introduce new customers to one of the UAE’s most modern marinas.”

The promotions at Festival Marina cannot be used in conjunction with other offers. For further information, please email marina@dubaifestivalcity.com or call +971 (0) 4 208 5100.

Mourjan Marinas IGY utilises its design, engineering, management and marketing expertise to improve waterfronts around the world. It is working towards the vision of being at the forefront of the maritime industry in the region .
 

Mourjan Marinas IGY Announcements Key Developments In Executive Leadership

Mourjan Marinas IGY, the luxury developer and manager of marinas and yachting lifestyle destinations, today announced the formalization of Iain Bell’s role as Director of Development and Matthew Whatman’s promotion to Senior Project Manager.

Iain Bell maintains his directorial role in the company by continuing to focus on the development and design of all Mourjan Marinas IGY’s projects. He will also continue to manage the technical services teams that strive to ensure the success of the company as well as managing the complete development process of future marina developments.

Previously employed as a Project Manager, Matthew Whatman has now been promoted to Senior Project Manager. Whatman will maintain his management of the development phases with Mourjan Marinas IGY. This includes the master planning services, design and construction. Whatman also manages the communications with consultants, contractors and government regulatory authorities to direct and coordinate their activities in order to maximise efficient operations for Mourjan Marinas IGY.

Michael Horrigan, CEO of Mourjan Marinas IGY, said:

‘‘The executive developments we are making with Iain and Matthew are compatible with the objectives we have for the future of Mourjan Marinas IGY. As the MENA region has shown sufficient growth in the past year, we aim to maintain our footing in the market to develop and manage world-class marinas and yachting lifestyle developments.

“It is with great pleasure that we maintain our successful relationship with Iain and Matthew and we look forward to working closely together with them to ensure our success in the maritime and yachting industry in the Middle East.’’

The news follows the continued growth of Mourjan Marinas IGY as they extend their reach throughout the Middle East and North Africa with projects such as the Marsa Al Seef development in the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Sochi Grand Marina, Russia.

Mourjan Marinas IGY’s services include planning, design, development, operations and marketing consultancy. This holistic approach distinguishes Mourjan Marinas IGY from other marina consultancy service providers and positions itself as a key contributor to the marina and yachting industries. The company is able to offer these services across the Middle East, North Africa and Asia.

 

Mourjan Marinas IGY Establishes A Strategic Presence In The Lucrative Black Sea Marina Market

Mourjan Marinas IGY, the luxury developer and manager of marinas and yachting lifestyle destinations, announced that it has signed a binding agreement with Russian company Sochi Grand Marina, part of leading Russian shipping company, Sovcomflot.

The agreement will see Mourjan Marinas IGY undertaking one of the most prestigious marina development contracts in this highly lucrative market with the transformation of the port of Sochi. A new mixed use development at Sochi, including a over 300 yacht marina, will help this strategically placed Black Sea port prepare for its role as host city of the 2014 Winter Olympics.

Sochi Grand Marina has commissioned Mourjan Marinas IGY to develop both the new marina and land-based components at the Sochi development. This announcement follows a 12 month period of intense design, technical and business planning. The new vibrant city centre destination at Sochi seaport will also incorporate a long-distance passenger cruise terminal as well as high quality retail, residential and hotel accommodation, catering to the large influx of Olympic related tourism to this historic seafront recreational destination.

The revitalised seaport will be an impressive and welcoming point of arrival for visitors to the city for the 2014 Winter Olympics. It will provide the best international-standard tourist facilities, whilst its carefully balanced mix of functions will become a year-round destination for city residents.

Michael Horrigan, CEO of Mourjan Marinas IGY, said:
“When we formed Mourjan Marinas IGY we said we were focused on a growth strategy and this agreement is a really exciting development for us. The Russian market has great potential for marine development and we are pleased to be working with Sochi Grand Marina on what will be a dramatic transformation of the port of Sochi as it prepares for the 2014 Winter Olympics and its long-term future. This development will set benchmarks in the region and we proud to be part of it.”

Konstantin Sakharov, CEO of Sochi Grand Marina, said:

“The reconstruction of the Sochi seaport is a truly unique project for the Russian Federation territory and the revival of the seaport and coastline will be a great accomplishment for the region. The project includes the waterworks construction, a new passenger terminal building, reconstruction of the original Marine Station building as well as the build and further exploitation of the infrastructure of the coastal port.”

“We are providing the Sochi port with a beautiful first-class yacht marina which will be the first professional yacht marina unique for the Black Sea coast. Mourjan Marinas IGY is our chosen partner for this project as their extensive experience in marina development in the Middle East and Europe serves us well for this complex project.’’

Sochi Seaport is a major strategic milestone in Mourjan Marinas IGY commitment to the Russian marina market and specifically the Black Sea coast line around Sochi. Adjacent to the major cruise terminal as well as the commercial centre of Sochi, the project will feature luxury hotels, a retail complex and a marina clubhouse representing a prestigious development that well represents the high quality market niche that Mourjan Marinas IGY projects target. The partnership with Sochi Grand Marina aligns Mourjan Marinas IGY with a Russian company that is equally focused on facilities that represent the best in international standards for design, safety and service.
 

Khalifa Tours Dubai’s Signature Landmarks

Sheikh Mohammed said he was pleased with the care shown by the President for following up development projects in the country.

Sheikh Khalifa started his tour with stop at the marina and Jumierah Beach Residence where he acquainted himself with residential and recreational facilities including towers, offices, shopping centres, marinas, and world class hotels and resorts.

Jumierah Palm was the second stop in the President’s tour and from there the presidential motorcade proceeded to the Union House which saw the signing of the document for establishment of the UAE Federation. He also saw the UAE flag fluttering at the world’s tallest post.

At the final leg of the tour, the President moved to Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest tower. From the tallest free-standing structure, the President saw the surrounding developments which feature residential and commercial buildings, retail spaces, hotels and entertainment elements, reflecting the social and cultural diversity in the country.

Sheikh Khalifa expressed his admiration at the integrated civilisational facet of the country and blessed the qualitative development plans being carried out by Dubai.
These developments, the President affirmed, provide direct support to the national economy and the country’s sustainable development.

He also commended the wise vision of Sheikh Mohammed which he said is complementing the strategy of the leadership and government of the UAE.

“Sheikh Mohammed’s vision is part and parcel of the government comprehensive strategy which as a leadership is striving to maximise its elements to improve living conditions of the citizen, education standards and provide all factors of stability and strength to our citizens,” the President said.

“Any civilisational, economic, scientific or sports achievement scored by any emirate or a citizen is a national honour to our country and people.

All should be proud of this success as well as all other gains of our great nation and its authentic Arab heritage, culture and values,” the President added.

At the end of the tour, the presidential motorcade drove to the Zabeel Palace where the two leaders held fraternal talks focusing on a host of issues related to the national development.

Sheikh Khalifa was briefed by Sheikh Mohammed on plans and programmes Dubai is planning to implement in future. For his part, the President welcomed every move that will deliver promising future to our beloved nation and people.

“Development projects being executed by each emirate in the country are complementing each others and boosting national economy and standing of the country regionally and internationally, they also serve interests of sons and daughters in any corner of the beloved UAE land,” he stressed.

Sheikh Khalifa was accompanied by H.H. Gen. Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, National Security Advisor and H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Presidential Affairs.