Sunreef Yachts, a leading designer and manufacturer of luxury sailing and power multihulls, will build a new facility in Ras Al Khaimah.
The company, which is known for its bespoke creations, has signed a cooperation agreement with RAK Maritime City for the development of a new facility in the northern emirates.
The new facility will leverage the respective strengths and resources of both organisations. It will serve as a hub for innovation in the region and create many new jobs.
The facility will be developed over 65,000 square metres of land reserve and will incorporate the latest technologies in yacht building. It will meet the highest standards of sustainability and energy efficiency.
Commenting on the occasion, Sheikh Saqr bin Saud Al Qasimi said: “Ras Al Khaimah is growing its capacity across a multitude of sectors, as we continue our ongoing sustainable economic development.
“Strategic partnerships are integral to the emirate’s holistic approach to develop a strong and stable economic system with diverse resources. And with that in mind, we look forward to highlighting Ras Al Khaimah’s offering, in a bid to attract more international companies to locate here, thrive and expand into global markets.”
As part of the cooperation, Sunreef Yachts and RAK Maritime City will work together to carry out the development of the facility. The manufacturing unit will have a modern paint shop, carpentry, upholstery and stainless steel workshops, all equipped with state-of-the-art machinery and robotics.
The first units to be produced in Ras Al Khaimah will be the hybrid 55 Open Sunreef Power as well as power and sail yachts ranging from 50 to 70 feet.
The new facility will be an important part of Sunreef Yachts’ global expansion strategy. It will not only strengthen the company’s presence in the Middle East but also allow a stronger connection with the Asian and Australian markets.
With two manufacturing sites in Poland and an emerging facility in Ras Al Khaimah, Sunreef gains an even bigger global reach for its range of sustainable catamarans.
Francis Lapp, Founder and President of Sunreef Yachts, commented: “The yachts produced in Ras Al Khaimah will elevate eco-responsible yachting to a new level and showcase industry-first technology. I would like to thank the RAK Government and RMC management for their invaluable support in making this dream possible.
“We couldn’t have hoped for a better location to pursue our journey in shaping a greener future for yachting. We can now further expand in an environment that merges perfect strategic location, skilled workforce and proactive mindset.”
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