Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Maritime, part of AD Ports Group, in collaboration with the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), has invited entries for the inaugural Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards (Marinas Edition). The brand-new awards program seeks to recognize excellence and success across leading marina facilities in the region.
The awards will offer a platform for marinas to showcase their achievements across categories, including safety, service, sustainability, environmental initiatives, and best practices. The initiative is open to all licensed marina owners or operators located within the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey.
With the launch of the Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards, we are reaffirming our focus on excellence and dedication to elevating the maritime industry within the MENAT region and beyond. Therefore, we are delighted to welcome submissions from industry innovators who share our group’s objective, which is aligned with our wise leadership’s vision, to create a thriving and sustainable maritime community.
Captain Ammar Al Shaiba, Acting CEO of Maritime Cluster, AD Ports Group, shared.
Captain Saif Al Mheiri, Managing Director of Abu Dhabi Maritime, commented that “with the inaugural Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards, we are recognizing and celebrating the exceptional achievements of marina facilities across the MENAT region. As the custodians of Abu Dhabi’s waterways, these awards further evidence Abu Dhabi Maritime’s future-focused business strategy, which centers our commitment to fostering innovation, sustainability, and best practices within the maritime industry.”
Each marina will be assessed by a panel of distinguished industry experts from reputable organizations and regulatory bodies, ensuring impartial judgment and recognition of true merit.
Entries for the Awards are open until September 30, with finalists being announced ahead of the inaugural awards ceremony scheduled for November 10 at the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS).