What Port Ghalib Resort Company does

Port Ghalib Resort Company operates a privately held, $2 billion integrated resort destination on 18 km of virgin Red Sea shoreline in Marsa Alam, Egypt, spanning a 32 million square meter master plan. The company is developed and operated by EMAK Group (with the Al-Kharafi Group referenced as an associate and master developer partner) and was founded circa 2002. Its product portfolio includes multiple luxury hotels (Marina Resort Port Ghalib under Radisson Individuals, The Palace, Oasis, and Sands by Pickalbatros, and Sunrise Marina Resort), 56 fully furnished Marina Residence studios and apartments, Tower Village residences, the Port Ghalib International Marina (the region's largest private seaport, capacity ~1,000 yachts), and Marsa Alam International Airport — notable as the world's first international airport operated under a Build Operate Transfer (BOT) Private Concession model. Supporting amenities cover diving excursions, desert safaris, water sports, spa, bowling, and beach entertainment.

The business model is multi-stream: (1) hotel and resort room revenue, (2) real estate sales and rentals of apartments, villas, and golf estates, (3) marina services (berthing tariffs, harbor master, provisioning, marine maintenance), (4) airport operations and aviation fuel (via the Total Egypt partnership), and (5) leisure and tourism activity fees. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed across rooms, real estate, and berthing. Distribution combines a direct website booking channel, on-site and Cairo sales offices for property buyers, partnerships with international tour operators (Thomas Cook, Polish Tourism Federation, German operators), direct European airline routes (Lufthansa, Condor, Brussels Airlines, Yanair, Air Cairo), and branded distribution through Radisson Individuals and Pickalbatros. Customers are primarily international leisure tourists from European feeder markets (Germany, Poland, UK, Ukraine, Italy, Belgium, Czech Republic, Netherlands, Switzerland, Austria), plus Chinese tourists and a secondary segment of real estate investors and wellness/MICE travelers. No AI/ML capabilities, no public listing, and no disclosed revenue or funding-round data are present in the input.

Name

Port Ghalib Resort Company

Legal name

Port Ghalib

Website

https://portghalib.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Port Ghalib Resort Company operates a $2 billion integrated Red Sea resort destination in Marsa Alam, Egypt, encompassing luxury hotels, the region's largest private marina, a BOT-concession international airport, residential properties, and leisure activities, serving international European leisure tourists and real estate investors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Integrated Resort and Hospitality Services

NAICS

Marinas (713930), Port and Harbor Operations (48831)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531), Water Transportation (4400)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury Villas & Residences Resorts (THAGACAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Beachfront & Island Luxury Resorts (THAGACAA), Beachfront & Lakefront Homes (THAMAAAF), Island, Beach & Resort Travel Agencies (THAKAFAL)

Keywords

• Integrated resort hospitality
• Luxury hotel operations
• Marina berthing services
• Airport BOT concession
• Red sea tourism

Headquarters

HQ city

Cairo

HQ country

Egypt

HQ region

Africa

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Hotel and Resort Operations: Revenue from luxury hotel operations including Marina Resort Port Ghalib (Radisson Individuals), The Palace Port Ghalib by Pickalbatros, Oasis Port Ghalib, Sands Port Ghalib, Sunrise Marina Resort, and other accommodation properties.
2. Real Estate Sales and Rentals: Holiday apartments at Marina Residence (56 furnished studios and apartments), Tower Village properties, luxury beachfront villas, and golf estates available for purchase or rental.
3. Marina Services: Berthing tariffs, harbor master services, yacht provisioning, fuel services (Total Egypt partnership), and marine maintenance services for international yachts and boats.
4. Airport Operations: Marsa Alam International Airport operations managed by EMAK Group serving international passengers and airlines with VIP Pearl Lounges and ground services.
5. Tourism Activities: Diving excursions, desert safaris (Camel Yard), water activities (catamaran, kayaking, semi-submarine), spa services, and entertainment venues (Red Club, The Island Beach Party).

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Port Ghalib Resort Company operates a waterfront integrated resort community spanning 32 million square meters along 18 km of Red Sea shoreline in Marsa Alam, Egypt. It sells and operates luxury 4-5 star hotel accommodations (Marina Resort Port Ghalib under Radisson Individuals, The Palace/Oasis/Sands by Pickalbatros, Sunrise Marina Resort), Marina Residence apartments (56 furnished units), Tower Village residences, the Port Ghalib International Marina (region's largest private seaport serving yacht owners and diving expeditions), Marsa Alam International Airport (operated under BOT concession), leisure activities (diving, desert safaris, water sports, spa), and real estate/investment offerings within a self-sustainable gated community.

Product overview

Port Ghalib is a premier integrated resort community offering a diverse portfolio of hospitality and tourism products. The core offering includes luxury 4-5 star hotels and resorts, fully-serviced Marina Residence apartments, Tower Village residential properties, the International Marina (the region's largest private seaport), and Marsa Alam International Airport (developed under BOT model). Supporting amenities include a wide range of leisure activities (diving, desert safari, water sports, spa), and investment opportunities within the self-sustainable gated community. The integrated nature of the development allows visitors and residents to experience accommodations, marine services, aviation access, and recreational activities within a single destination.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Luxury Hotels and Resorts A range of 4-5 star hotels and resorts operated under international brands (Radisson Individuals, Pickalbatros, Sunrise Group) providing luxury hospitality accommodations within the Port Ghalib integrated resort community in Marsa Alam, Egypt.
• Marina Residence 56 fully furnished and serviced studios and apartments for rent with views of the canal, pool, or international marina corniche, designed to provide a firsthand Marina living experience within Port Ghalib.
• Tower Village Residential property development within the Port Ghalib community offering apartment living options for residents and investors seeking integrated resort community living.
• Port Ghalib International Marina The region's largest private seaport and one of its most prominent private marinas, attracting global yacht travelers and serving as a major stop for diving trips. Provides full-service berthing for up to 1,000 yachts, customs, immigration, provisioning, fuel services (Total Egypt partnership), and repair facilities.
• Marsa Alam International Airport The world's first international airport developed under the Build Operate Transfer (BOT) Private Concession model, serving as a gateway to Port Ghalib and the Red Sea Riviera. Operated by EMAK Group with ISO 9001 certifications and IATA Slot Committee permanent membership, handling 12 million+ passengers and 100,000+ flights since inauguration.
• Activities and Leisure Variety of leisure activities within Port Ghalib including diving excursions, desert safaris (Camel Yard), water sports (catamaran, kayaking, semi-submarine), spa services, bowling, family entertainment venues (Red Club, The Island Beach Party), and organized tourism activities for all family members.
• Investment Plans Business and investment opportunities within the self-sustainable gated community of Port Ghalib, targeting professional investors, startups, and acceleration organizations seeking exposure to luxury beachfront properties, golf estates, hotels, hospitals, schools, commercial spaces, and water parks.

Quantifiable outcome

• 12 million passengers served by Marsa Alam International Airport since inauguration
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Total EgyptcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 December 2017Fuel partnership agreement for aircraft refueling systems at Marsa Alam Airport, including establishment of aviation fuel station with advanced underground technology, largest maintenance center in southern Red Sea, power station fuel supply, and marina yacht fueling facilities.
• Sunrise GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Hotel management company with 30+ years of experience partnering with international tourism corporations like Thomas Cook. Launching new hotel management business at Port Ghalib including premium quality SPA, renewed aqua park, and VIP Disco.
• WATGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorld's leading design consultant for hospitality, leisure and entertainment industries. WATG has worked in 160 countries and designed renowned properties including Atlantis Bahamas, Dubai Palm Island, and Palace Tower at Caesar's Palace Las Vegas. Responsible for master planning and design of Port Ghalib.
• KPMGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational audit, tax, and advisory services firm establishing all marketing and feasibility studies for Port Ghalib. Operating in over 146 countries.
• Thomas CookcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerInternational tourism corporation resuming flights to Marsa Alam in October 2017 after 9-year absence, operating twice-weekly flights from Gatwick to promote Egyptian winter tourism.
• EcoConServminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading Egyptian environmental consultancy providing performance-based solutions balancing environmental friendliness and economic viability in renewable energy, tourism, petroleum, industry, agriculture, and water sectors.
• ENVIRO PROminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental consulting firm operating in Singapore and region since 1998 providing environmental strategy, policy, management, assessment, and investigation services.
• Marina Resort Port Ghalib (Radisson Individuals)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHotel property operated as member of Radisson Individuals, an international hotel brand extending reach through independent collection.
• Pickalbatros Hotels & ResortscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHotel management group operating The Palace Port Ghalib, Oasis Port Ghalib, and Sands Port Ghalib under Pickalbatros brand.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Soma Bay: Master-planned luxury resort peninsula on Egypt's Red Sea coast offering 5-star hotels, residential villas and a marina, directly competing for the same European diving and beach-holiday traveler.
• Porto Montenegro: Luxury superyacht marina integrated with hotels, residences and retail in the Adriatic — directly comparable as a marina-led luxury integrated resort with a strong yachting proposition.
• The Pearl-Qatar: Master-planned offshore island in Doha combining luxury residences, hotels, retail and a marina — a comparable luxury waterfront/marina integrated resort targeting international second-home buyers and tourists.
• Al Marjan Island: Man-made island development in Ras Al Khaimah combining luxury hotels, residential real estate and a marina — structurally similar integrated beachfront-plus-marina destination competing for the same GCC/MENA leisure traveler.
• El Gouna: Egyptian Red Sea integrated resort town with a private marina, hotels, golf courses and residential components — the closest direct analogue to Port Ghalib on the same coastline and competitive set.

Broad incumbents

• Atlantis The Palm, Dubai: Iconic beachfront mega-resort on Palm Jumeirah with a large-scale marina/waterpark/real-estate complex. Overlaps with Port Ghalib on integrated beachfront luxury positioning but operates at a much larger scale within a broader global brand.
• Jumeirah Group: Luxury hotel and resort operator running beachfront/marina resorts across the Middle East (Burj Al Arab, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Saadiyat). Comparable as a luxury integrated-resort operator that could partner or compete with Port Ghalib on the brand level.

Emerging players

• Red Sea Global: Saudi Arabia's flagship Red Sea tourism developer building megaproject resorts including AMAALA on the Red Sea coast — emerging rival for the same European diving/winter-sun tourist seeking a premium Red Sea destination.
• Amaala: Ultra-luxury Saudi Red Sea integrated resort focusing on wellness, yachting and cultural tourism. Conceptually similar luxury beachfront-plus-marina destination, although still pre-opening.

Regional players

• Mövenpick Resort & Spa El Gouna: International hotel operator with multiple Red Sea beachfront and marina-adjacent properties in Egypt — comparable hotel-level play within the same Egyptian Red Sea competitive market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/portghalibofcl
• Facebookfacebook.com/PortGhalibOfficial
• Instagraminstagram.com/portghalibofficial

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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