Maritime Observer Newsletter

"Shoulder seasons are the real appeal:" How Jeddah Yacht Club is putting the Red Sea on the superyacht map with Marine Operations Director…

Plus, marina announcements from Saudi Arabia, Iraq and Egypt. D-Marin acquired by European private equity firm.

Jul 30

June 2026

The US-Iran War has caused a downturn in yacht tourism. Can the Middle East market recover?

Examining the long-term effects of the security conflict on the luxury leisure marine industry.

Jun 30

May 2026

30 Years of Luca Dini: From superyachts to superyacht destinations, the Italian designer reflects on the evolution of the industry while…

Dini looks back at memorable milestones and muses on the industry's progression along the way. Plus, marina news and financial reports from Italian…

May 31

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April 2026

Gabbi Richardson thought marine technology entrepreneurs weren’t given a fair chance, so she created her own platform: Meet the woman who…

The founder discusses charts the evolution of entrepreneurship in yachting. Plus, IGY Marinas goes to Egypt, Abu Dhabi's new marina & yacht club, & a…

Apr 27

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March 2026

Turn left for servicing: With Gulf Craft’s Superyacht Service Centre, Captain Patricia Caswell plans to make refitting in the Middle East…

Caswell discusses the rise of the refit market, why the region is ready to offer service work, and how the builder's refit yard came about.

Mar 30

February 2026

Introducing Armada Club: the members-only club with a mission to bring new people to the industry without even having to move the yacht from…

Digital marketer Claire Hagen discusses the new project, her thoughts on the industry's evolution, and why it’s going to take more than a still shot of…

Feb 23

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January 2026

With Acquera, CEO Stefano Tositti is Redefining The Role of a Yacht Agent

Ferretti Group announces new UAE and Oman dealer, Dubai introduces biofuel options for yachts.

Jan 26

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December 2025

Superyacht Times Gulf Summit Takeaways: A conference highlighting the progress achieved while acknowledging the opportunities and challenges…

JLS Yachts share significant update on UAE clearances, and Gulf Craft sets an opening date for refit and service Ajman facility.

Dec 14, 2025

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November 2025

The Middle East: Your New Refit Destination?

Study the superyacht industry in amber, and you’d discover a common throughline in any cruising grounds that witnessed activity: they offer provisions…

Nov 30, 2025

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October 2025

Digital Marina Platforms and Refits Hubs Shape Future of M.E Yachting Sector

Plus, lessons learned and cautions from the sale of the seized superyacht Amadea, what it this auction could mean for the sanctioned luxury assets in…

Oct 27, 2025

September 2025

Cannes, Genoa & Monaco Set The Stage for The Middle East market

The highlights of the European boat shows, Feadship partners with Qatar, and Dubai introduces the Dock and Dine scheme to promote yacht tourism.

Sep 30, 2025

August 2025

Medasia Marine CEO David Farmer on the new Abu Dhabi Facility, Sustainable Shipbuilding, and more

This month’s dispatch welcomes Mr.

Aug 26, 2025