Region’s premier platform for coastal infrastructure, marine conservation, and blue economy returns to Dubai on 09 – 10 November 2026
HABTOOR GRAND DUBAI, UAE — 09 – 10 November
Sustainable Coastal Development and Ocean Action MENA Forum (Coast MENA Forum) return for its 3rd Edition! Taking place on 9th and 10th of November 2026 at the Habtoor Grand Resort, Dubai, UAE. The forum brings together senior government officials, coastal developers, port authorities, environmental agencies, engineering consultants, researchers, and technology leaders to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing coastal development across the Middle East and North Africa.
As governments and private investors commit billions to coastal infrastructure, from artificial islands and waterfront megaprojects to port expansions and marine conservation initiatives, the need for innovative, sustainable, and nature-positive solutions has never been greater. The Coast MENA Forum serves as the region’s dedicated platform for tackling these challenges head-on.
Key Themes and Discussions
Over two days, the forum will convene the region’s leading voices across six core thematic areas:
• Climate-resilient coastal infrastructure and waterfront development
• Nature-based solutions for shoreline protection and ecosystem restoration
• The blue economy, sustainable marine resource management and investment
• Innovative materials and technologies for sustainable coastal construction
• Marine biodiversity conservation, coral reef restoration, and mangrove protection
• Coastal erosion, land reclamation, and geotechnical engineering challenges
Who Attends
The forum attracts senior professionals from government ministries, coastal and port authorities, environment agencies, municipalities, engineering and environmental consultancies, coastal developers, oil and gas operators, energy and utility companies, academia, and the broader blue economy ecosystem across the MENA region.
About Great Minds Group
Great Minds Group (GMEvents) is a Dubai-based conference and events company specialising in producing high-level forums for the infrastructure, energy, environment, and built environment sectors across the Middle East and North Africa. The group produces a portfolio of annually recurring conferences connecting senior industry professionals with the projects, policies, and technologies shaping the region.
Partnership & Marketing Enquiries
Reham Hesham
Conference Director
3rd Sustainable Coastal Development and Ocean Action MENA Forum
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.coastmenaforum.com
Nisha Zakkir
Marketing Manager
3rd Sustainable Coastal Development and Ocean Action MENA Forum
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.coastmenaforum.com
