Doha, Qatar – December 1, 2024 – United Development Company (UDC), the master developer of The Pearl and Gewan Islands, has been honored with three prestigious awards at the Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards 2024. With the following awards announced at a ceremony held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) on November 23, 2024:

• Most Popular Maritime Award (Public Vote) – Silver Award
• Sustainability – Silver Award
• Innovation – Bronze Award

The Pearl Island Marina, which opened in 2007 and stretches across almost five kilometers of boardwalk, is the largest maritime facility in the region. Its operational excellence, commitment to technological advancement, innovation, and sustainable practices were key factors in its receipt of the Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards.

These accolades celebrate UDC’s outstanding contributions to the development of The Pearl Island Marina, a state-of-the-art facility that has become a premier hub for yachting and marine activities in the Middle East. The awards solidify UDC’s leadership in technological advance, innovation and sustainable maritime management.

In addition, UDC collaborates with Monaco Marina Management to enhance The Pearl Island Marina's world-class yachting services and facilities, working towards securing the prestigious La Belle Classe Destinations label from the Yacht Club de Monaco.

A Vision for Technological Advance, Innovation and Sustainable Development: The Pearl Island Marina plays a vital role in UDC’s broader sustainability efforts, aligned with Qatar’s Vision 2030 sustainability Devlopmnet Goals set by United Nations, which focuses on sustainable economic and social development. UDC’s commitment to preserving marine ecosystems, maintaining clean waters, and supporting marine species was instrumental in earning international recognition.

This achievement follows UDC’s previous honor as the recipient of the Best CSR Initiative in the Real Estate Sector award at the Qatar CSR Summit, further establishing UDC as a leader in sustainability and corporate responsibility.

Looking Ahead: The recognition at the 2024 Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards underscores UDC’s ongoing commitment to excellence in marina management, sustainability, and innovation. The company remains dedicated to enhancing The Pearl Island Marina’s offerings and continuing to set new standards for the marina and yachting industry both regionally and globally.