Pink Sea International (RSG), the multi-project developer behind the world’s most bold regenerative tourism locations, The Pink Sea and Amaala, has revealed two new manufacturers, WAMA and Galaxea, set to ship unimaginable visitor experiences at RSG locations.
Final yr the developer rebranded as Pink Sea International, promising the institution of a collection of RSG-owned subsidiary companies that prioritized stringent sustainability requirements whereas persevering with to help the evolution of RSG developments into locations that can play a essential position within the Saudi tourism sector.
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WAMA and Galaxea are the primary two subsidiary companies to be introduced since then, forward of The Pink Sea welcoming its first company this yr.
WAMA, named from combining the phrase ‘water’ in English and Arabic, is answerable for creating invigorating water sport adventures. (Provided)
“Creating experiences is simply as vital as constructing motels, and WAMA and Galaxea are positive to ship unforgettable adventures for our company. Whether or not it’s kayaking, canoeing, arise paddleboarding, foiling, kite browsing, crusing, or exploring the Pink Sea’s unimaginable submarine world, WAMA and Galaxea will create extraordinary moments and exquisite recollections that final a lifetime,” mentioned John Pagano, Group CEO of Pink Sea International.
“What’s extra, these manufacturers have been created with sustainability at their core and can proceed to construct on our ambition to ship a regenerative method to tourism improvement and operations. It’s our hope that ultimately they are going to turn into standalone manufacturers working at locations world wide.”
In step with this method, Galaxea is working intently with Saudi Water Sports activities & Diving Federation, alongside PADI Worldwide to make sure that all diving services operated by Galaxea lead in regenerative tourism requirements and set the blueprint for future diving improvement world wide.
WAMA, named from combining the phrase ‘water’ in English and Arabic, is answerable for creating invigorating water sport adventures, from Stand-up Paddleboarding by way of the vacation spot’s mangrove forests, to crusing the Pink Sea’s gentle swells.
Galaxea is known as after a daring and vibrant coral prevalent within the Pink Sea and can provide diving experiences that permit company discover life beneath the water.
Final yr, an 11-month lengthy analysis research of the Al Wajh lagoon revealed an exceptionally wealthy range of habitats, flora, and fauna. These embody a big variety of endangered and critically endangered species such because the Halavi Guitarfish, Hawksbill Sea Turtle, and Sooty Falcon, in addition to a thriving, eight-meter-high single coral colony estimated to be round 600 years outdated.
It’s hoped that future divers will even have the ability to discover an 18th century ‘merchantman’ shipwreck which is at present probably the most intact and best-preserved wood shipwreck within the Pink Sea. The location boasts a spectacular cargo of jars, porcelain, and spices, a testomony to the historical past of buying and selling actions the area.
Rosanna Chopra, ED of Vacation spot Improvement, defined, “Once we take into account individuals, planet, product, and course of alongside guests, group, and marine life, we should look to how we shield these greatest whereas making certain the environment can nonetheless flourish. By proudly owning and working water sports activities and diving actions we are able to develop according to the technique outlined by RSG and applied throughout all our locations.”
“Via the creation of sturdy manufacturers, we’ll get pleasure from dynamic relationships with trade companions, federations, model companions, exercise particular teams and occasion IP’s. We are going to constantly look to the newest improvements each in pure energy and hydro and electrical powered gear and hope to turn into a hub and a house for sport to develop.”
RSG is at present hiring for roles throughout WAMA and Galaxea and expects to make use of greater than 250 individuals by 2026. This consists of Crusing and Water Sports activities Instructors, Divemaster’s, technicians and Dive Boat Captains, plus roles for these getting into the trade for the primary time wishing to find a brand new profession on the highest stage of service and customary.
Profitable candidates may have the chance to dwell at Turtle Bay, the brand-new sustainable group RSG created for workers and their households.
“Once we first introduced The Pink Sea, we promised thrilling profession alternatives in new industries for Saudi Arabia. WAMA and Galaxea mark a brand new part in delivering on that promise, and already we’re seeing enormous curiosity from worldwide expertise in addition to younger Saudis seeking to begin their careers on this sector,” added Pagano.
RSG lately revealed an thrilling partnership with The Ocean Race, born of a shared dedication to ocean well being and imaginative and prescient to drive regeneration of life above and beneath water.
The Ocean Race has supplied the last word take a look at for crusing groups since 1973. Often known as ‘crusing’s best round-the-world problem’, it’s well known as the top of feat for sailors the world over and has created legends of the game all through the years.
The partnership is meant to not solely drive advantages for the pure atmosphere, however to assist encourage the following era of Saudi sailors, selling a brand new sport to a Kingdom that has loved a vital and historic relationship with the ocean for over 4,000 years.
Three resorts at The Pink Sea will open this yr together with the primary part of the Pink Sea Worldwide airport. An extra 13 motels will open in 2024, and upon full completion in 2030, the vacation spot will comprise 50 resorts, providing as much as 8,000 resort rooms and greater than 1,000 residential properties throughout 22 islands and 6 inland websites. The vacation spot will even embody luxurious marinas, golf programs, leisure, F&B, and leisure services.
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