28 November 2025
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D-Marin, the selection of premium marinas has achieved two major environmental milestones, with Marsa Al Arab becoming Dubai’s only Blue Flag-certified marina and Marasi Bay Marina earning Gold Anchor status, reinforcing D-Marin's ongoing commitment to sustainability.
The Blue Flag certification is a global initiative established by The Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE). It is awarded to beaches and marinas that show a strong commitment to protecting the marine environment through effective waste management, clean water practices, and community engagement efforts.
Selcuk Balci, D-Marin Dubai Managing Director said: “We are so pleased to receive such important accreditations - they really reflect the values of everyone at our marinas who are so passionate about protecting the waters we all depend on.”Marsa Al Arab Marina is an ultra-luxury destination located at the tip of a peninsula in the heart of Dubai's largest private beach, offering 82 berths for yachts up to 61 meters, with views of the iconic Burj Al Arab Jumeirah.
D-Marin UAE Marinas’ sustainability approach encompasses comprehensive underwater clean-ups with professional divers, strict waste-management practices, modern black and grey water pump-out procedures, and continuous investments in renewable energy solutions.
The Gold Anchor accreditation, awarded to Marasi Bay Marina, is an internationally recognised rating scheme that assesses marinas on their services, environmental performance and overall operational excellence.
“We believe luxury shouldn't come at the expense of the environment,” continues Balci. “Our guests increasingly want to know that they are making decisions that align with their own values, so being able to offer them marinas that meet high environmental standards means they can enjoy their time on the water with total peace of mind.”These accreditations align with D-Marin's wider ESG programme which has been recognised with a Silver Medal from EcoVadis, placing the company among the top six per cent of leisure industry businesses globally for sustainability performance.
As D-Marin UAE continues to expand its commitment to environmental excellence, these awards mark a significant milestone in the company's journey towards sustainable luxury yachting in the region.
