Wynn Al Marjan Unveils 98-Berth Superyacht Marina for 2027 Integrated Resort

• 2027 — Key year
• $5.7bn — Project value
• 60% — Notable rate

Wynn Al Marjan Island, the Middle East’s first licensed gaming resort, has unveiled detailed designs for its 98-berth superyacht marina, a key component of the $5.7 billion integrated resort slated to open in early 2027. Announced on 7 October 2026 through multiple channels — including Gulf News, BOAT International, and Arabian Business — the marina will accommodate yachts up to 100 metres in length, with draught allowances of up to 5.5 metres, positioning it as a premier destination for the global superyacht fleet in the Arabian Gulf.

The marina design, developed in collaboration with maritime engineering firm BMT and architectural practice Gensler, features a sheltered basin with floating pontoons, a dedicated captain’s lounge, concierge services, fuel bunkering (including HVO biofuel), and shore power connections meeting the latest IMO Tier III emissions standards. The facility will also include a 1,200-square-metre yacht club with fine dining, meeting rooms, and a wellness spa, accessible to both resort guests and visiting yacht owners.

Wynn Resorts CEO Craig Billings stated that the marina is “not an amenity but a strategic asset” that will attract high-net-worth individuals from Europe, Asia, and the GCC, extending their stay and increasing per-capita spend. The resort’s gaming licence — granted under the UAE’s 2023 federal gaming framework — allows for a regulated casino operation, making the marina a unique draw in a region where private yachting is booming but dedicated superyacht infrastructure remains limited.

Construction of the marina is already underway, with dredging completed in Q2 2026 and piling works advancing on schedule. Wynn confirmed that regional geopolitical tensions, including the Iran-Israel conflict, have caused only a single day of construction disruption to date, thanks to the project’s location on the sheltered eastern flank of Al Marjan Island and robust supply chain diversification.

The marina integrates with the resort’s broader masterplan: 1,500 hotel rooms and suites, 400 branded residences, a 20,000-square-metre gaming floor, 25 food-and-beverage outlets, a 5,000-seat theatre, and a 30,000-square-metre convention centre. Al Marjan Island’s master developer, Marjan PJSC, projects that the island will drive 60% of RAK’s hotel room growth through 2030, with Wynn as the anchor catalyst.

For the emirate, the marina represents a diversification of tourism revenue beyond traditional beach and mountain segments. Superyacht tourism generates an estimated $300,000–$500,000 per vessel per week in local spend (fuel, provisioning, crew services, charters). With 98 berths and a target 70% occupancy, the marina could contribute $1.1–$1.8 billion annually to RAK’s economy by 2030, according to Marjan’s internal projections.

The project also reinforces RAK’s regulatory credibility. The gaming licence, marina permits, and environmental approvals were processed through a coordinated federal-emirate framework, demonstrating the UAE’s ability to manage complex, high-scrutiny developments. This bodes well for future integrated resort proposals, should the federal government issue additional licences.

In summary, the Wynn Marina is more than a docking facility; it is a statement of intent — positioning Ras Al Khaimah as a global luxury destination where gaming, yachting, and high-end hospitality converge under a regulated, investment-grade framework.