Ferry Business for Sale in Dubai, UAE
| Established | 1-5 year(s) |
| Employees | 10 - 50 |
| Legal Entity | Other |
| Reported Sales | USD 820 thousand |
| Run Rate Sales | USD 820 thousand |
| EBITDA Margin | 35 % |
| Industries | Ferry + 1 more |
| Locations | Dubai |
| Local Time | 2:29 AM Asia / Dubai |
| Listed By | Business Owner / Director |
| Status | Active |
- The service showcases Arabic hospitality with tasty refreshments while cruising the scenic waterfront.
- Businesses customers range from tourists and residents to couples and families looking for relaxation or celebrating special occasions.
- Served around 5,700 happy patrons' previous year, bringing in revenues of AED 2.9 million, with a solid net profit margin of about 35%.
- The fleet includes 5 well-appointed boats, and we hold a registered patent for our unique floating café concept.
- Business typically host 150 trips a month, with each trip accommodating a private group of up to 6 people, perfect for families or couples.
- There’s plenty of room for growth, including partnerships with hotels and travel agencies, launching corporate events, and expanding to more waterfront locations or even other markets.
- The business has 10 permanent employees handling the core operations. During busy periods, additional temporary or outsourced staff are engaged as required. This flexible staffing model allows the business to efficiently manage higher booking volumes without maintaining a large permanent workforce.
- The business holds the required operating licences and approvals from DMCA and Dubai Economy, along with the relevant marine registrations. The boat concept also has a registered industrial design with the UAE Ministry of Economy.
The business owns 5 boats. Each boat accommodates approximately 6–7 guests. The average ride price is approximately AED 550, depending on the package and experience.
- Marine and navigation equipment.
- Safety equipment.
- On-board hospitality equipment and furnishings.
- Operational tools, accessories and other business equipment.
The business owns 5 boats. Each boat accommodates approximately 6–7 guests.
Intangible assets include:
- Registered patent associated with the unique Floating Café concept.
- Business brand and goodwill.
- Website and domain.
- Online booking system and digital assets.
- Social media accounts and online presence.
- Business phone numbers and customer enquiry channels.
- Customer database, subject to applicable data protection requirements.
- Supplier, tourism and business relationships.
- Operating know-how, procedures and established business model.
- Marketing materials, photographs and digital content owned by the business.
- Existing contracts, licences and permits where legally transferable and subject to relevant authority approvals.
The business operates from three locations offering the same service. There is no separate headquarters, but Business Bay can be considered the main location.
The business has one owner holding 100% ownership, with no partners or profit-sharing arrangements.
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6 days agoFounder, Mumbai, M&A Advisor connected with the Business
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