Due to ongoing development activities on Hudayriyat Island, the Hudayriyat channel crossing [is] closed for all marine traffic from 20 May till 20 November.
All users of waterways, mariners and maritime operators in Abu Dhabi are advised to stay vigilant, maintain safe distance from the work area and take an alternative sailing route.
Source: Abu Dhabi Maritime Local Marine Notice /23 dated 24 May 2022