The Leisure Marine Association - Middle East & North Africa
The Leisure Marine Association - Middle East & North Africa
The Leisure Marine Association - Middle East & North Africa
The Leisure Marine Association - Middle East & North Africa
The Leisure Marine Association - Middle East & North Africa
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The Leisure Marine Association's Objectives are:

  • To promote, protect and advance the interests of its Members and that of the Leisure Marine industry.
  • To promote the cooperation, education and raise standards of the Leisure Marine industry.
  • To promote the exchange of information between companies involved in the Leisure Marine industry.
  • To provide leadership for and be the voice of the Leisure Marine industry on all matters of significance to the marine industry.
  • To work with, advise and assist governments, public authorities, trade industries and associations in respect of matters of interest to the Leisure Marine industry.
  • To inform and advise the Leisure Marine industry of government policies and actions and other matters affecting their interests and take appropriate action.
  • Provide a channel for the exchange of knowledge, ideas and experience dealing with the promotion of the Leisure Marine industry.
  • To encourage safety with watercraft and persons involved in leisure boating.

Membership Benefits

  • Have a voice and be heard within the industry about matters that are important to you.
  • Receive direct updates regarding regulations and technical requirements by authorities.
  • Be part of the solution and promote the interests of the leisure marine industry.
  • Be able to network with your fellow marine industry colleagues, share information, receive the latest news.
  • Have access to local and international events and conferences with preferred LMA member discounts where applicable.
  • Have free access to reports and documents within LMA’s database on issues such as governance, environment, training, management, risk management, emergency procedures and a multitude of other resources.
  • Have access to educational opportunities within the industry.
  • Receive discounts and avail of special offers by other members, partners or sponsors.

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Membership

Annual Membership

Calculated on a pro-rata basis, based on the month of joining


Member

AED 5,000

Associate Member

AED 2,500

Click here to become a member

Events

The Leisure Marine Association MENA and ICOMIA (International Council of Marine Industry Associations) enjoy close ties and the LMA is a member. We are proud to be associated with ICOMIA as ICOMIA works on a global level to safeguard and promote the interests of the marine industry for all participants. We will regularly update you with news and events related to ICOMIA.

Pre-Owned Boat Show by Dubai Creek Marina

We are happy to share that after a successful 8-year run of the Dubai Creek Pre-Owned Boat Show, spanning from 2010 to 2018, Dubai Creek Marina is excited to announce the return of the show in an improved and revitalized format. This revamped edition will feature a thrilling wakesurfing competition in collaboration with the World Wakeboarding Association, […]

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Abu Dhabi Maritime has just joined the Leisure Marine Association MENA as a Gold Sponsor

The Leisure Marine Association MENA is proud to announce that Abu Dhabi Maritime has joined the association as a Gold Sponsor. This partnership will provide a platform for both organizations to work together to promote the growth and development of the leisure marine industry in the United Arab Emirates. Abu Dhabi Maritime is a leading provider of maritime […]

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Board 2023

Jonny Dodge

Jonny is a British Entrepreneur & Explorer. Investing in the Luxury & Experience industry, [+]

Wyndham Tops

Wyndham feels more at home while sailing on the Arabian Gulf, than on land. Post studies [+]

Hamza Mustafa

Hamza Mustafa is the Chief Operating Officer of P&O Marinas, DP World's company. [+]

Mike Fetton

Mike Fetton joined JLS Yachts originally as their Operations Manager in November 2015. [+]

Abeer Alshaali

Spending her summer visits to the UAE as a child wandering around the Gulf Craft factory [+]

Ahmed Abdelhalim 

With over fifteen years of marine experience working in prominent locations across Egypt and Dubai, [+]

Selcuk Balci

Selcuk Balci is the Managing Director for D-Marin Dubai, responsible for the strategic direction, [+]

Farrokh Golchin 

Farrokh Golchin is the Managing Director of StratConn LLC, supplier of equipment and services to marinas in GCC. [+]

John W.R. Paul

John is the General Manager of Exalto Emirates, the largest marine equipment distributor and online [+]

Carol Stoneman

Carol started work as the Event Manager for Abu Dhabi International Boat in July 2019 after 24 years [+]

Code of Conduct

for Members of the Leisure Marine Association MENA

  • Be professional at all times and maintain the highest levels of integrity.
  • Be honest and fair in all interactions with leisure marine end users.
  • Look after the best interests of the leisure marine community and support its goals.
  • Provide correct and expert advise to all members of the marine community.
  • Maintain the highest standards of service and quality towards all clients
  • Make use of environmentally sustainable best practices.
  • Promote safe boating and encourage education of the boating public.
  • Be an active supporter of the LMA and committed to the cause.

Partners & Sponsors

Partners
Gold Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors

Affiliate Associations

Founding Committee

Ahmed Abdelhalim 

With over fifteen years of marine experience working in prominent locations across Egypt and Dubai, [+]

Selcuk Balci

Selcuk Balci is the Managing Director for D-Marin Dubai, responsible for the strategic direction, [+]

Farrokh Golchin 

Farrokh Golchin is the Managing Director of StratConn LLC, supplier of equipment and services to marinas in GCC. [+]

Lucas Brocker

Lucas is the Marina Operations Manager At D-Marin Dubai Harbour. He is a seasoned professional [+]

Gregg Davis

Gregg is the Marina Manager at Abu Dhabi International Boat Show. [+]

Luc Khaldoun

Luc has 26 years’ experience in the superyacht industry and is currently the senior director for Marine [+]

Mohamed Al-Mannaei

Mohammed Al Mannaei served as the CEO of P&O Marinas and Executive Director of Mina Rashid. [+]

Fabiana Maccarini

Until early 2023, Dr. Maccarini worked at P&O Marinas. She holds a PHD in Geotechnical engineering [+]

Bruno Meier

Bruno is the director of Aldar Marinas. Before that he was COO for Art Marine in Dubai and founded ART [+]

John W.R. Paul

John is the General Manager of Exalto Emirates, the largest marine equipment distributor and online [+]

Oliver Rees

Oliver has a 15-year background in both Marine and hospitality and currently manages the Marina [+]

Ali Saeed Bin Thalith

Ali Saeed Bin Thalith has the honour of being one of the longest serving members of the [+]

Philip Andrew Sather

Philip is currently in the position of Director of Operations overseeing full business activities across [+]

Carol Stoneman

Carol started work as the Event Manager for Abu Dhabi International Boat in July 2019 after 24 years [+]

Media

The Captain’s Club Sets Sail as Bronze Sponsor for Leisure Marine Association MENA

Press Release (7 February 2024)

Gulf Craft Renews Bronze Sponsorship with Leisure Marine Association MENA

Press Release (7 February 2024)

Contact Us

    Contacts

    Leisure Marine Association Middle East North Africa
    (LMA MENA)

    Dubai Association Centre,
    Office TO1-FLO02-0201,
    The Offices 02 Building, Dubai World Trade Centre Complex,
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

    Tel: +971 4 516 3045
    Email: [email protected]