UAE Marine Sports Federation Joins Forces With MAG Group Holding For Wooden Powerboat Championship

The UAE Marine Sports Federation and MAG Group Holding have inked a strategic sponsorship agreement, under which the Group becomes the official backer of the 2025 UAE Wooden Powerboat Championship (Al Shawaheef). This partnership marks an important step in advancing a long-term vision of elevating this sport into a Gulf-wide institution that empowers youth and celebrates national identity.

The agreement was signed by Moafaq Al Gaddah, Founder and Chairman of MAG Group Holding, and Ahmed Al Sheryani, Secretary-General of the UAE Marine Sports Federation, in the presence of several senior officials and distinguished guests from both organizations.

It aims to leverage private‑sector expertise to expand Al Shawaheef racing across the Gulf and secure the future of wooden powerboat championships. At the heart of this collaboration is the regional ‘Ambassadors of Al Shawaheef’ program. Promising young talent from across the region will be selected for hands-on boat‑handling workshops, mentorship sessions with veteran racers, and a series of competitions. Designed to reignite pride in seafaring traditions, the initiative will help participants refine their skills and advance the UAE’s maritime legacy.

Ahmed Al Sheryani, Secretary-General of the UAE Marine Sports Federation, said:”We are proud to partner with MAG Group Holding, and this marks a significant milestone in the journey of Al Shawaheef racing. It reflects our mutual resolve to champion homegrown sporting events and celebrate our heritage with a modern flair. With the ‘Ambassadors of Al Shawaheef’ initiative, we offer young racers a unique opportunity for creativity and strengthen their ties to their culture and identity.”

Moafaq Al Gaddah, Founder and Chairman of MAG Group Holding, added:“Our commitment goes beyond real estate development to investing in people and preserving customs. Sponsoring the Al Shawaheef Championship highlights our dedication to national causes and empowering the next generation. The ‘Ambassadors of Al Shawaheef’ program is about more than just training rising stars—it embodies our mission to nurture a confident, creative population grounded in shared roots and a sense of belonging.”