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NEOM’s Sindalah Marina operated by IGY Marinas earns 5-gold anchor accreditation from The Yacht Harbour Association
Monday, 28 October 2024
IGY Marinas today announced that Sindalah Marina has been awarded the prestigious 5-Gold Anchor Accreditation by The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA), recognizing the marina as a top-tier yachting destination. The Sindalah Marina, located off the coast of NEOM in northwest Saudi Arabia, is the first in the Kingdom to receive this prestigous distinction.
“This award marks a significant step in Sindalah Marina’s evolution into an iconic destination for Saudi Arabia, as it prepares to welcome the world’s yachting community. IGY is honored to operate the marina and to partner with NEOM in achieving this rigorous, industry-leading standard,” said Steven English, IGY’s President.
The accreditation involves a strictly-administered audit that evaluates areas such as ambience, policies, procedures, services, environmental initiatives and infrastructure.
“This extraordinary achievement is credited to the hard work and dedication of the marina team, NEOM for creating this spectacular destination, and IGY for their expertise and support. The 5-Gold Anchor status recognizes that Sindalah has one of the finest marinas in the world,” said Daniel Chamberlain, IGY’s Sindalah Marina General Manager.
Sindalah Marina features 86 berths and 75 offshore buoys and can accommodate yachts up to 180 meters. Located in the Red Sea, it is set to become a major superyacht hub and features luxury amenities including the Sindalah Beach Club, Sindalah Yacht Club, Sindalah Sports Club and Sindalah Golf Club. The island will also offer a diverse range of culinary experiences, with several venues backed by renowned chefs from Michelin-starred restaurants.
“Sindalah Marina perfectly integrates into NEOM and the IGY global network as an incredible yachting destination. The tremendous support of the wider NEOM teams has been integral to ensuring we meet the rigorous 5-Gold Anchor criteria,” added Chris Leroy, IGY’s Sindalah Marina Operations Manager. Set to open later this year, Sindalah Marina is the sixth marina in IGY’s global network to achieve this high accreditation. Others include IGY Yacht Club Isle de Sol, Marina Cabo San Lucas, Rodney Bay Marina, St. Katharine Docks and Yacht Haven Grande St. Thomas.
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