Wynn Marina Plans 98 Berths for Superyachts up to 85 Metres

Ras Al Khaimah plans a new destination for large visiting yachts

Wynn Al Marjan Island has presented plans for a 98-berth deep-water marina in Ras Al Khaimah, with berthing intended for yachts up to 85 metres. Wynn Marina is being developed as part of a wider resort destination scheduled to open in 2027, linking a waterfront yacht facility with accommodation, entertainment and guest services ashore.

The proposal adds to the Gulf's expanding network of large-yacht destinations, where owners may want to visit resorts without leaving the yacht at a distant marina. At this stage, the figures refer to planned capacity rather than berths that can already be booked for an operational visit.

A circular basin is a defining part of the design

The marina is being developed around a circular basin with radial mooring arrangements, rather than a conventional line of parallel pontoons. Reported water depth is approximately five metres, while the geometry is intended to provide broad fairways and convenient access to the central marina island.

Large yachts require more than a berth of adequate length. Captains need to assess available depth against actual draft and under-keel clearance, the movement of other boats, wind and current, shore-power requirements and safe mooring arrangements. An advertised 85-metre maximum does not guarantee that every yacht of that length will be suitable.

The Capitainerie is designed around arrival and service

A dedicated Capitainerie is planned to bring marina operations, concierge support, captain facilities and guest services together at the arrival point. Proposed crew facilities include changing rooms, showers and other welfare provision, with access to selected fitness and resort amenities.

The concept also includes provisioning coordination and assistance from marina service craft during arrivals and departures. Integrated passport formalities, guest registration and resort check-in are being considered to reduce the number of separate steps guests face after coming ashore.

Specialist marina operators have been engaged

IGY Marinas is expected to oversee operation of the new facility, while Marina Solutions International is working on the marina design and Dewan Architects + Engineers on the Capitainerie. These roles indicate that specialist organisations are involved before the proposed opening.

Nevertheless, appointing operators and designers does not establish that all facilities are complete, licensed and available. Before the marina accepts larger yachts, the practical measures will include commissioning of mooring equipment, navigation arrangements, shore services and emergency procedures.

The project could change itineraries in the northern Gulf

Ras Al Khaimah is developing a luxury hospitality market that may benefit from arriving yacht owners and charter guests. A functioning large-yacht marina could add another destination for vessels moving around the Gulf rather than requiring all resort visits to begin from Dubai or Abu Dhabi.

The scheduled 2027 opening remains a future milestone. Captains and managers should seek confirmed operational details and booking conditions when they become available rather than treating the published design as a current marina service.