The visit highlighted SeaWorld Abu Dhabi’s newly launched SeaSub experience, along with the Center’s dedicated efforts in research, rehabilitation, and education
Abu Dhabi, UAE – January 22, 2025: SeaWorld® Yas Island, Abu Dhabi and the Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center recently hosted Sheikh Ahmed bin Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE Sailing and Rowing Federation, for an insightful tour of its facilities. From innovative marine research to boarding the world’s first certified aquarium submersible, the tour highlighted both facilities’ commitment to conservation, education and innovation.
Sheikh Ahmed, accompanied by Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi, Miral Group CEO, and Capt. Saif Al Mheiri, Abu Dhabi Maritime CEO and AD Ports Group Chief Sustainability Officer, began his visit with a behind-the-scenes tour of the Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center, where he was briefed on the ongoing efforts in marine animal care and rehabilitation operations. The Center’s marine scientists showcased key research and educational achievements, highlighting the facility’s key role in marine life conservation and sustainability efforts.
Following the tour at the Center, Sheikh Ahmed headed to SeaWorld Abu Dhabi and embarked on the recently unveiled SeaSub experience at the Marine Life Theme Park’s Endless Ocean realm. The SeaSub is the world’s first certified submersible designed specifically for an aquarium setting and offers a unique underwater journey through one of the region’s largest multi-species marine aquariums, opening a window to the mysteries of the deep.
The group then toured SeaWorld Abu Dhabi’s eight immersive realms, exploring the Marine Life Theme Park’s offerings including the interactive experiences, live performances and animal encounters.
The tour with Capt. Al Mheiri was a demonstration of the budding partnership between the Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center and AD Ports Group. In addition to the organisations’ recent efforts to expand collaboration on local marine research, AD Ports Group hosted the Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center One Ocean Photo Contest at the November 2024 Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards (Marinas Edition) ceremony.
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About SeaWorld® Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
SeaWorld® Yas Island, Abu Dhabi operated by Miral Experiences is the World’s Largest Indoor Marine Life Theme Park which tells a captivating ‘One Ocean’ story that uncovers the interconnectivity between life on earth and our ocean, inspiring a deep commitment to conserving our planet. SeaWorld Abu Dhabi delivers fun, engaging, and immersive family-friendly experiences through eight uniquely themed realms, featuring up-close animal encounters, exciting rides, inspiring entertainment, as well as unmatched dining and shopping experiences.
SeaWorld Abu Dhabi is committed to providing the highest standard of animal welfare based on best practices and standards set by internationally recognized animal welfare organizations. SeaWorld Abu Dhabi is the region’s first facility to be certified by Global Humane, the world’s largest certifier of animal welfare and is the region’s third facility to earn the esteemed Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) accreditation. Representing the next generation of zoological care, the animal habitats at SeaWorld Abu Dhabi have been custom designed using state-of-the art technology and a welfare-focused approach. Every day, the SeaWorld Abu Dhabi team of highly experienced and passionate veterinarians, scientists, animal care specialists, and educators devote their lives to caring for animals while also inspiring the next generation to protect and advocate for the ocean.
SeaWorld Abu Dhabi is also home to the Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the largest dedicated marine research, rescue, rehabilitation and return Center in the region serving as an advanced marine science knowledge hub and a key contributor to marine life conservation. Building on the SeaWorld legacy of being one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, the Center aims to bring SeaWorld’s over 60 years of experience and knowledge in animal care, rescue, rehabilitation and conservation to the UAE and wider region.
SeaWorld Abu Dhabi aims to inspire the next generation of marine life advocates as it champions the “Admission with a Mission” initiative, where every ticket purchased to the park supports the ongoing conservation efforts of the Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center.
SeaWorld Abu Dhabi was developed by Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading creator of magnetic experiences in partnership with United Parks & Resorts and is the first new SeaWorld Park in 30 years and the first outside the US. Now operational, this first-of-its-kind indoor Marine Life Theme Park is managed and operated by Miral Experiences, a subsidiary of Miral and a leading operator of world-class theme parks, entertainment experiences and cultural attractions.
For more information, please visit: www.seaworldyasisland.com
About the Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center Yas Island, Abu Dhabi:
The Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center is the largest dedicated marine research, rescue, rehabilitation and return center in the region, serving as an advanced knowledge hub for marine science. Building on SeaWorld’s legacy of being one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, The Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center aims to bring over 60 years of experience and knowledge in marine animal care, rescue, rehabilitation and conservation to the UAE and wider region.
The Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center is a world-class facility that is accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) for its exceptional standards of animal care and welfare and is led by marine scientists, veterinarians, animal care professionals, marine animal rescue experts and educators who collaborate with peers, environmental organizations, regulators and academic institutions to impact long-term conservation efforts in the region.
The Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center is a dedicated marine science facility outfitted with specialized equipment for research, rescue, rehabilitation and education operations. The Center brings together state-of-the-art research laboratories equipped with an aquaculture facility, a veterinary hospital, access to a shared necropsy facility, rescue pools with a rescue clinic as well as a wide-ranging rescue fleet to provide specialized care to rescued animals and advance marine conservation efforts. The Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center is also equipped with a high-tech auditorium and classrooms to facilitate knowledge transfer and inspire the next generation of marine scientists.
SeaWorld Abu Dhabi aims to inspire the next generation of marine life advocates as it champions the “Admission with a Mission” initiative, where every ticket purchased to the park supports the ongoing conservation efforts of the Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center.
Located on Yas Island, the Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center was developed by Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading curator of magnetic experiences and United Parks & Resorts. Now operational, the Center is managed and operated by Miral Experiences, a subsidiary of Miral and a leading operator of the world-class theme parks, entertainment experiences, cultural attractions and SeaWorld Abu Dhabi.
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