Al Marakeb Boat Manufacturing is too young to have made "History" just yet, but the following is its 5-year short story so far.

In 2006, the founder of Al Marakeb, Basel Shuhaiber, was still training to be an architect at the American University of Sharjah. Boats had always been part of his weekends and holidays until that point, so it was only natural to combine his ability to build with his passion for boats.

At first, this new "project" was not taken seriously by many, and  being defiant in character, he went on to building his first boat, presenting it as a birthday gift to his father a year later.

This saw the beginning of Al Marakeb Boat Manufacturing, a boat manufacturing facility that began with the concept of tailored boats that recognise and serve the individual needs of boat enthusiasts.

Al Marakeb's first boat was named  "IGOR 42", because while it was a tough and sturdy boat, it was not exactly as good-looking as other boats! Nevertheless, till today, Igor 42 runs as Al Marsa Travel and Tours' most favourite fishing boat, and has since received a make-over too!

Since 2007, Al Marakeb Boat Manufacturing has seen a steady growth in its production and quality, and in correlation, has established a name that is recognisable and reliable in todays market.