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CONTENTS
World News 7
Waterfront Developments 17
IGY Marina Bahia Golfito is shaping up to be a new
destination in Costa Rica
21
Superyacht Facilities 21
Luring big yachts to Italian yards and marinas;
Sindalah – the first NEOM marina; managing Gold
Coast City Marina & Shipyard; opening superyacht
docks at St George’s Marina in Bermuda; progress
on Blue Water Cay, Bahamas; Nakheel launches
Dubai Islands
Market Update: Caspian Sea 32
There is big potential for marinas on the world’s
largest inland body of water but investment is
required if nautical tourist interest is to develop
39
Events 37
IBEX 2023, Tampa, Florida looks set to be the best
event to date
Yards & Yard Machinery 39
Products, Services & People 51
On the cover: The Amico & Co
shipyard in Genoa offers 60,000m²
(645,800ft²) of docking and yard
area alongside a technical marina
and a berthing marina. Italian yards
lead the way in refit and build of the
world’s superyachts. Find out more
p.21
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FROM THE EDITOR
While we enjoy the summer in the northern
hemisphere and the high point of the boating season,
it’s a good idea to look ahead and plan our diaries for
the next six months – and beyond.
The month of September always heralds the start of the boat show frenzy and, in
addition to the numerous regional events and the higher profile international shows,
there’s a lot to cover in the business-to-business sector. Here are some highlights for
the rest of 2023.
We kick off with the Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina event (24 th -25 th
September). As the third in the successful series of ‘rendezvous’, it will feature
meetings and talks between marinas, architects and start-ups, all working towards
developing smart infrastructure to help build a sustainable yachting sector.
As October dawns, we move to Tampa, Florida for The International Boatbuilders’
Exhibition and Conference (IBEX). For 2023, the event (3 rd -5 th October) has
significant extra space in the newly renovated Tampa Convention Center and
features a Marina & Yard Trade Route. Read more on p. 37.
The ICOMIA World Marinas Conference (IWMC) will be the major draw a little later
in the month (9 th -11 th October) when international delegates are welcomed to the
Algarve, Portugal for two full days of conference sessions, and a Day Two field trip
and gala dinner.
The theme for IWMC 2023 is ‘Big Challenges, Big Opportunities, Big Decisions’,
and the tone will be set by Bill Yeargin, CEO of Correct Craft in a Day One keynote
presentation, followed by a panel presentation on the state of the industry around the
globe.
Sustainable solutions, including de-carbonisation and marine protected areas,
will be scrutinised, and thoughts and opinions shared on the future for technology,
marina equipment, marina services and consumer behaviour. Niche markets, such
as boat clubs, superyacht facilities and floating infrastructure, are to be explored, and
challenges and mitigations, e.g. hurricane and fire, discussed.
The Day Three keynote, delivered by Yiannis Kalogerakis whisks us into a
technology session ‘Smart Future: AI, Smart Tech and Smart People’, with a
subsequent round-table discussion. Sessions on marketing and changing customer
trends lead up to a second round table discussion between representatives of
marina chains and boutique marinas, and a discussion on electric and hydrogen
propulsion systems – and how marinas need to adapt.
Delegates will leave the conference with visions from the closing presentation on
NEOM – the large scale Saudi Arabia development – buzzing in their minds.
There’s plenty of time to draw breathe between Portugal and the Netherlands
where the next port of call is the Marina & Yard Pavilion (MYP) at Metstrade (15 th -17 th
November). In addition to strong exhibitor attendance in the MYP and educational
opportunities in the Metstrade Theatre, visitors should look out for the all-new Start-
Up Pavilion co-organised by Yachting Ventures.
Crossing to North America for December takes us to Nashville, Tennessee for The
Docks Expo (5 th -7 th December) and then tipping into early 2024 to Fort Lauderdale,
Florida for AMI Conference & Expo (30 th January- 1 st February).
There’s networking for everyone.
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WORLD NEWS
IWMC 2023 – ready to roll
PORTUGAL: The programme for the 2023 ICOMIA World Marinas Conference
(IWMC 2023), taking place 9th-11th October at Vilamoura Marina (above) in the
Algarve, has now been finalised.
The three-day event will work
to the theme ‘Big Challenges, Big
Opportunities, Big Decisions’, and
feature speakers will discuss all of these
while helping professionals to identify
the way forward for a more sustainable
and prosperous industry future.
Conference sessions include:
• The state of the marina industry
around the globe
• Developing sustainable solutions for
the future
• Operational challenges and
mitigations
• Best examples in research and
development
• Smart marina initiatives round table
• Big marina chains vs. boutique
marinas round table
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Highlights from June/July:
• Bahamas: Government signs for Blue
Water Cay
• Curacao: Permits granted for marina
in Zakito
• India: Marina plans for Princess Dock
• UK: 50 years for MDL
• USA: 50 years for Eldean Shipyard
• USA: Preston Harbor plans firmed up
• UK: Operator sought for Co Down
marina
Isolete Correia, president of
APPR (Portuguese Association of
Recreational Ports) – the host of
IWMC 2023 – commented: “We are
very excited and with full focus on
the preparations for the conference,
which is just a few months away.
The organising committee is making
sure that participants will have an
unforgettable experience in Vilamoura
and the opportunity to liaise with
marina professionals from all over the
world. The programme is complete and
the speakers are renowned names in
the industry. Our goal is to make this
experience one to treasure in years to
come.”
Register at
www.worldmarinasconference.com
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WORLD NEWS
Early registration for
Marinas24
AUSTRALIA: The Marina Industries Association (MIA) has opened registration
for Marinas24, the international conference and trade exhibition to be held
at the Royal International Convention Centre (RICC), Brisbane 27th-28th May
2024.
MIA president, Andrew Chapman,
commented on the decision to open
registration one year ahead: “Following
the success of Marinas22, and the
continued growth of the event in
recent times, particularly the exhibition
component, we want to ensure we
provide delegates as much time as
possible to confidently plan their
attendance.”
Mike Harvey, Marinas24 conference
chair, believes that Marinas24 will be
the biggest and best yet. “The RICC will
allow us to attract a greater number of
exhibitors and allow those businesses
more room to showcase their products
and services, while still providing the
intimacy our delegates prefer by having
the sole use of the venue,” he said.
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How sustainable
is your marina?
• What is sustainability?
• How can marinas make a positive contribution to the
environment?
• What is smart destination integration?
The Introduction to Sustainability
in Marinas (Second Edition) offers
a narrative approach to some of the
ways in which sustainability applies
to marinas. Starting at inception,
with ecological and social design
considerations, and completing the
circle by learning to protect local
biodiversity and encouraging citizen
science, the guide serves as a useful
resource for marina managers and
their teams.
Bringing together sustainability
experts, scientists, engineers,
researchers and designers from across
the recreational maritime industry, this
updated anthology demonstrates true
collaboration.
New articles include orientation
on how marinas can make a positive
contribution to the SDGs, sustainable
design principles, and different
options for marinas seeking to obtain
recognition for their commitment
to responsible environmental
management. There are helpful pointers
to how to improve equity, inclusion and
diversity in marinas and an encouraging
piece on the importance of building
alliances within the industry.
The publication explores how smart
destination integration might work for
marinas and how stops can be taken
into the pioneering territory of how
alternative propulsion infrastructure
might look for a fleet seeking to
reduce carbon emissions. An inspiring
overview of work being carried out by
the Blue Marine Foundation suggests
ways in which marinas could interact
with local conservation entities, and
oceanographer Dr. Dominque Durand
sets out examples of how marinas
can engage more productively and
respectfully with their local natural
environment.
The Guide can be downloaded free
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WORLD NEWS
Operator sought for
Co Down marina
UK: Marina Projects has been appointed by Ards and North Down Borough
Council to procure an experienced marina operator to take on and support
the future of the popular 530-berth marina and harbour situated in the City of
Bangor, Co Down, Northern Ireland.
Bangor Marina is one of the largest
5 gold anchor accredited marina
developments on the island of Ireland.
Securing a new operating model for
Bangor Marina marks the beginning
of exciting new plans to regenerate
Bangor Waterfront as part of a suite of
improvements supported by the Belfast
Region City Deal. These plans aim to
redevelop the marina and associated
facilities as a mixed-use development
in a new cluster with iconic and highquality
architecture, connecting the city
centre to the waterfront that will drive
tourism and support the local economy.
Marina Projects has been
commissioned to provide specialist
technical advice working with council
officers to develop a new legal
agreement that will be fundamental
to the future success of the marina
operation and leverage investment
in the marina to support the wider
aspirations of the Council. Marina
Projects will produce and deliver a
procurement strategy that aims to
attract experienced and professional
marina operators able to work with
Council to unlock the potential of the
site as opportunities are presented.
As part of the procurement process
and ahead of the formal bidding
process, Marina Projects will be
engaging with a range of stakeholders
and welcomes discussions from any
interested operators who wish to know
more about the waterfront development.
Marina Projects managing director,
Mike Ward, said: “We are really pleased
to be working with Ards and North
Down Borough Council to secure a
new operating model that will deliver an
exciting future for Bangor Marina and
Harbour as part of the wider Bangor
Waterfront Redevelopment. This is a
unique opportunity for any prospective
operator to be involved with a
development that will create significant
benefits for residents and visitors to
Bangor, along with marina and harbour
users. The immediate connections to
the city and excellent access to local
sailing waters are key strengths that
already see a considerable number of
visiting vessels to Bangor. The plans
for the public realm improvements will
make this a real destination for all to
enjoy and has the potential to enhance
the marina and harbour business.”
Susie McCullough, director of Place,
Ards and North Down Borough Council
added: “We are pleased to be working
with Marina Projects to progress
one of the initial steps in the future
redevelopment of the Bangor Waterfront
as part of the Belfast City Region Deal.
As the programme of works rolls out
over the next ten years, the marina and
harbour will be a key element of this
transformational investment plan.”
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Marina group in
administration
UK: The Marine and Property Group, owner and operator of
marinas in Cardiff, Burry Port, Aberystwyth and Port Dinorwic went
into administration in May. Port Dinorwic Marina (above), which
was acquired by the group in 2017, has also followed suit and
accountancy firm Azets has been appointed as administrator.
Port Dinorwic is a 180-berth
grade 2 listed picturesque marina
which opens on to the Menai
Upgrading key infrastructure
ITALY: In addition to a variety of challenging overseas projects,
Ingemar has once again won diverse contracts for wide-ranging
mooring infrastructure at Italian clubs and marinas.
In La Grazie Bay, Gulf of La
Spezia, Ingemar has finished
replacing a series of buoys
with around 1,440m (4,700ft) of
floating pontoons. This involved
the installation of two long
mooring piers comprising steel
pontoons with concrete floats
and tropical timber decking. The
company has also completed a
4m (13ft) wide floating barrier
to protect jetties at La Spezia
Sailing Club at the Molo Italia.
The company has also started
work on a pontoon replacement
contract for two basins (west and
east) at the municipal marina
in Palau. Ingemar installed the
original pontoon system in 1987.
Strait. It continues to trade while
marina operations are being
assessed.
Five floating piers with fingers
are planned for the west basin
and two, also with fingers, for the
east.
Porto Turistico di Jesolo,
a constantly evolving tourist
harbour with a complex of
basins just to the north of the
Venetian lagoon, has also called
on the company for additional
infrastructure. This year Ingemar
is completing a new floating
structure parallel to the shoreline
that was previously used for
moorings. The long steel-framed
pontoon will be anchored with
steel piles and sliding devices to
offer stern-to mooring for yachts
up to 30m (98ft).
WORLD NEWS
Go Outdoors
platform launch
USA: Monarch Alternative Capital, a leading
investment firm with around $11 billion of
assets under management, has formed Go
Outdoors, a platform to acquire, develop, and
operate marinas and RV resorts across the
USA.
Monarch launched
the platform with the
recapitalisation of two
large-scale portfolios,
and has partnered
with Safe Harbor
Development to manage
existing portfolios and
help grow the platform
Ian Glastein
through acquisitions and
development.
The platform will initially comprise 11 marinas
and four RV resorts offering over 5,500 marina
slips in Georgia, New York, Pennsylvania and
Tennessee.
“The launch of our marina and RV platform
comes at a dynamic time for the industry given
the attractive supply-demand fundamentals and
increasing consolidation. We are excited to be
partnering with Safe Harbor Development, who
we believe is a best-in-class operator and pioneer
within both the marina and RV resort spaces and
will help us achieve our
growth and executive
objectives,” said Ian
Glastein, managing
principal and co-head of
real estate at Monarch.
“We believe our asset
management expertise
and access to capital will
support the continued
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success of the platform
and favourably position us to capitalise on this
unique opportunity set,” he added.
Darby Campbell, founder and president of Safe
Harbor Development, commented: “We have been
at the forefront of the industry for over 20 years.
The recreational development space continues to
grow strongly so we believe it was the best time
for Safe Harbor Development to expand along with
the industry.”
“As we look ahead, we are excited to be
partnering with Monarch on Go Outdoors. Their
extensive investing and execution capabilities
and commitments align with our goals of bringing
exceptional offerings and experiences to our
customers. We believe their investment will allow us
to grow and achieve our goals on a greater scale.”
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Full service in Fort Lauderdale
USA: Port 32 Marinas celebrated the grand opening of Port 32 Fort Lauderdale, Florida on 13th June. The modern and
versatile full-service facility was built from the ground up to accommodate vessels of all sizes up to 180ft (55m).
The wet slips are designed for
vessels up to 150ft (46m) for in-water
repairs and refits. As a self-service
marina, owners and captains may elect
to bring their own crew or utilise one of
the pre-approved vendors. The wet slips
allow for painting, engine work, hull
work etc.
The marina is an accepted hurricane
dockage location for most insurance
companies and designed to withstand
175mph winds.
Crew amenities include a fitness
centre, lounge area, conference room
and computer bar. A dockside gazebo
is both an outdoor meeting spot and a
picnic area for vendors working at the
facility as well as fuel dock customers.
On-site security features include 24-
hour video surveillance in addition to
staffed security guards and remotecontrolled
access gates.
“We are thrilled to welcome boaters
and crews to our Fort Lauderdale
Marina and offer expanded dry storage
that is able to house and protect the
largest vessels in South Florida,” said
Port 32 Marinas CEO Austin Schell.
Rivergate up for sale
AUSTRALIA: The world-renowned Rivergate Marina & Shipyard on the
Brisbane River in Queensland is going on the market. The yard has announced
plans for a major expansion to support the fast-growing superyacht industry.
Rivergate director, Tom Hill, confirmed
that JLL had been appointed to
commence marketing the marina, and
commented: “This has been a difficult
decision for our family-owned business
but we believe the time is right for a
new owner to continue our work and
oversee the next exciting phase of the
Rivergate story. We have been fortunate
to experience continued growth in the
business with strong future bookings
indicative of Rivergate’s outstanding
reputation in the global industry.”
Yard facilities include 300-tonne and
75-tonne mobile hoists, a 55m (180ft)
refit shed, hardstand, berthing for
vessels up to 90m (295ft), a 24-hour
fuel wharf and over 20 on-site marine
trades. The 105-berth marina has alltide
deepwater access.
Rivergate’s expansion plans include
a 3,000 tonne ship lift, SPMT (Self-
Propelled Modular Transporter) transfer
system, additional open hardstand
space, refit sheds and support building,
and in-water service berths suitable for a
wide range of superyachts, commercial
and defence vessels. The project is
shovel-ready with government approvals
already in place.
WORLD NEWS
“The marina’s storage and technology
capabilities are exceptional, offering
members a seamless and turnkey
experience.”
“Australia is ideally placed to take
more advantage of the buoyant
global superyacht market, which has
seen substantial pent-up demand
to visit our region if there was more
capability to service vessels over
50m [164ft],” Hill noted. “Any future
expansion of Rivergate would also be
excellent timing for the 2032 Olympic
and Paralympic Games to be held in
Brisbane, with industry expectation
that the event will attract around 200
superyachts.”
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WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS
Marina Bahia Golfito –
the new Costa Rica destination
With its dramatically beautiful – and vastly contrasting – Caribbean and Pacific coastlines, stable political and economic
status, high achieving eco-credentials and ‘pura vida’ lifestyle, Costa Rica has long been a magnet for yacht owners,
tourists, surfers and adrenaline junkies alike.
And with the recent redevelopment of
one of its deepest marinas now firmly
underway at IGY’s Marina Bahia Golfito,
it’s only a matter of time before this
under-the-radar destination reaches an
even greater audience.
An initial high end property offering of
51 units, comprising 40 condominiums
and 11 waterfront villas, will be
constructed on the marina site, which
currently houses a boutique ten-room
hotel and restaurant.
“Marina Bahia Golfito is one of IGY’s
23 marinas around the world,” explains
Blueprint Global’s David Harries,
who is marketing the Enjoy Group
development. “There are already many
yachts and sport fishing boats which
come here and the vision is to grow the
marina and the destination in parallel
with this real estate project.”
A desirable destination
Boasting an enviable track record of
330 luxury projects, from Canada,
Europe, Central America and Asia,
Blueprint Global is a world leading
property sales and marketing
consultancy seeking to maximise sales
velocity and revenue for global real
estate developers.
The company believes Marina Bahia
Golfito has what it takes to compete
with the very best marina property
developments worldwide. But to
understand its appeal, you need to look
first at exactly what Costa Rica has to
offer.
“It is very safe and very stable
economically compared to other
Central American countries,” Harries
says. “Belize is another unspoilt and
under-developed area in the region but
it is harder to get to than Costa Rica,
which is very simple from a transport
point of view.”
“When you fly into San Jose, you
have a five minute walk to the domestic
terminal and a 45 minute scheduled
flight, which lands
at an airport just
ten minutes from
the property. You
can leave Miami at
6.00am and, with
the two hour time
change, you can
be in Golfito by
11.00am. People
sometimes perceive
it as being remote
but in some ways
it’s much more
accessible than the
better-known Nicoya
Peninsula.”
“The people are so friendly, too.
There is a 98% literacy rate in the
country and everybody speaks English
so for someone who isn’t Costa Rican
or Tico, it’s a very enjoyable and
relaxing place to be.”
Where is it?
Costa Rica is divided into four regions
– Guanacaste, the Nicoya Peninsula,
the Central Coast and the Southern
Coast – and Marina Bahia Golfito is
situated in the south, in a gulf within
a gulf framed by the lush mangroves
of Corcovado and Piedras Blancas
National Parks.
Harries describes it as “an unpolished
gem” which is home to some of the
world’s richest biodiversity and, as
such, it attracts big-game anglers,
eco-adventurers, yachties, surfers and
nature-lovers looking for an authentic
experience off the beaten track.
“The Papagayo region in the north
is quite gentrified,” he adds. “There’s a
Four Seasons and an Andaz Hotel, and
the Ritz Carlton, Waldorf Astoria, One
and Only and Six Senses resorts are all
currently under construction. However,
they are isolated, and once you
check in, you’ll likely eat at the same
restaurants. It’s also very expensive.”
“Then you have the Nicoya Peninsula,
which is not as developed – it’s typically
dirt roads and a couple of nice hotels
and restaurants. Little surf towns like
Nosara, Tamarindo and Santa Teresa
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The concept renderings for Marina Bahia
Golfito are gradually coming to life as
the marina nears completion. Concrete
pontoons – built and delivered by SF
Marina – are installed and moored by
Seaflex. These are designed for superyacht
mooring. Phase two is under discussion.
are very attractive for visitors and
surfers but it’s expensive to buy real
estate there.”
“In the south where Golfito is
situated, it’s not so gentrified, although
there are a couple of little surfing
towns between San Jose and Golfito,
like Jaco and Dominical, where there
are very expensive homes up on the
mountain with great views of the ocean.
Golfito is still quite under-developed,
and our waterfront second homes will
sell for much less per square foot in our
current Launch 1 release.”
Fuel and facilities
Another advantage for yacht owners
or captains who might be interested in
buying a property is that the marina is
the closest deepwater marina in Costa
Rica to the Pacific exit of the Panama
Canal, attracting many mega yachts to
come in for a refuel.
“Fuel prices in Costa Rica are
state controlled – they are the same
wherever you go – so a yacht captain
has no incentive to look elsewhere for
cheaper fuel,” Harries explains. “The
next three marinas along from us are
not deepwater, meaning if your boat is
over a certain length, you wouldn’t be
able to get in anyway.”
“We also have the fastest fuel pumps
in the country – in fact, the fastest
between Cabo San Lucas and Chile –
so you can get in and out very quickly.
All these factors make Marina Bahia
Golfito very attractive.”
With the project in planning by
another developer for some time and
purchased by Enjoy Group a few years
ago, the aim is to expand the marina
and create an intimate, village-style
destination, not only for yachts to berth
but for avid sport fishermen, tourists,
international home owners and Costa
Rican residents to enjoy too.
Onsite attractions include a branded
35-key luxury hotel, a spa, an
amphitheatre with weekly schedule of
more than 20 new shops, including an
ice cream parlour, a bakery and coffee
kiosks as well as six new restaurants,
including an Italian and a seafood and
sushi outlet.
Marina Bahia Golfito’s location is a
blessing from a climate point of view,
too. “The weather in the north is very
dry from November to April, it’s like
a desert and is very arid, whereas
the south is truly diverse. It’s a green
landscape where tropical rainforest
meets the ocean, along with all the
wildlife you’d want to see, including
monkeys, sloths and ocelots.”
So what, you might ask, is the appeal
of buying a base in Golfito? In simple
terms, it’s a place where people often
feel encouraged to lead a healthier,
more sporty existence, according to
Harries. “You live better and happier,
and you eat better – that’s pura vida,
or a life lived to its fullest. The food is
fabulous, and there’s a healthy way of
life here, which makes your mood, vibe
and whole being change. For example,
some people feel inclined to try yoga
and paddle boarding and lots of other
new outdoor hobbies for the first time.”
With around 85% of buyers expected
to come from the US (mostly Texas,
California and Florida), 10% from
Canada and 5% from Costa Rica
and Europe, the target demographic
includes vacation home owners looking
for more adventuresome destinations.
Many will spend an average of three to
six weeks a year in residence, taking
advantage of Enjoy Group’s in-house
rental programme to generate income
when they are not there.
The reputation of Enjoy Group goes
a long way towards creating buyer
reassurance, a prerequisite for longterm
investors. With a long established
history in hospitality, Enjoy Group owns
and operates a hotel in Golfito, several
hotels in San Jose and Papagayo and
several restaurant franchises. The
company has recently ventured into
luxury resort real estate and is excited
to be part of the long-term future of
Marina Bahia Golfito.
“They’re not only the developer but
will also remain the operator, unlike
many other developers,” adds Harries.
“The leadership and team are very
hands-on; they go to their properties
and spend time there so they will be an
inherent part of the marina landscape.”
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SUPERYACHT FACILITIES
The Benetti yard in Livorno is one of three
sites that ensure the company leads the way
in the Italian superyacht sector.
both temporary and permanent boat
moorings and that special services and
products are required year round for
captains and crew; the putative owners
of the large yachts.
Mega focus in
Italian marinas
The lust for superyachts is increasing worldwide, with 128 new giant yachts
sold in 2021; 78% more than in 2020. Italy is the undisputed global leader in
superyacht building, and Italians are increasingly determined to host these
yachts at Italian marinas. Donatella Zucca reports
The research office of Confindustria
Nautica and the Edison Foundation
estimates that the 2022 turnover of
the Italian nautical sector will exceed
€7 billion. Around 530 superyachts will
have been built, a little more than 49%
of the total global order book and 70
more than in 2022. One out of every
two yachts above 30m (98ft) is built in
Italy and Italian designers and yards
won the most accolades in the 2023
World Superyacht Awards.
Building such vessels and offering
suitable places to moor them do not,
however, dovetail. Despite best efforts
in Italy’s broadly scattered 530+
marinas, as is the case elsewhere
in the Mediterranean, legislative,
bureaucratic and structural hurdles slow
up opportunities for change forcing
operators and institutions to take the
initiative, especially in the central and
upper Tyrrhenian Sea.
Perhaps driven by national pride for
goods Made in Italy, operators move
Marina d’Arechi in Campania has many
moorings for yachts up to 60m (197ft)
and some for megayachts up
to 100m (3303ft) long.
forward by creating nautical poles and
expanding and refurbishing marinas to
make room for vessels of 50m (164ft)
in length. They are also aware that
infrastructure for maintenance and
refit needs to be in place alongside
A new megayacht district is, for
example, emerging in Porto Marghera
between docks and navigable canals
in the historically industrial and
commercial interior of Venice. Partners
include Wider Shipyard, always a
builder of large yachts and today 100%
owned by W-Fin Srl, and Idromacchine,
a leading company in the construction
and maintenance of naval and offshore
industrial plants. Wider is kick starting
the new focus by building the 72m
(236ft) steel and aluminium yacht
“Moonflower” (due for delivery in 2025)
at its 72,000m² (775,000ft²) yard.
This first step in the superyacht/Made
in Italy hub complements the Venice
Boat Show, which takes place in the
Arsenal area – the engine of the city
that has opened up large-scale nautical
productions.
Other examples come from the
Azimut Benetti Group. Giorgio
Casareto, CEO of Azimut Benetti
Lusben and responsible for the group’s
marinas, continues in his quest to
make Lusben, one of the best refit
and repair yards, the very best in the
country via its sites in Varazze (Liguria)
and Viareggio and Livorno (Tuscany).
The latter site is capable of working
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SUPERYACHT FACILITIES
on Benetti-built gigayachts up to 120m
(390ft) long thanks to an 18,000 tonne
180m (590ft) long floating dock, a 25-
berth marina, yard space and a helipad.
Also notable is the company’s Marina
del Porto Mediceo project, part of the
large development plan for the entire
Porta a Mare area.
The city of Genoa, also renowned
for a world-leading boat show, plays
a big part in the bid for superyacht
business via Amico & Co, a refit and
repair centre opening worldwide in the
superyacht sector. The company has
managed 1,230 projects in the last ten
years, averages 135 projects per year
and continues to expand by investing in
new developments. It currently occupies
over 65,000m² (700,000ft²) in the port
of Genoa, offers expert concierge
service to crew members that also
benefits from an alliance with the yacht
and ship agent Pesto Sea Group and
new state-of-the-art facilities including
a 4,000 tonne shiplift. The expansion in
the Fiera di Genova dock is relatively
recent and goes hand-in-hand with
Amico & Co’s management of the
megayacht marina there.
Moving towards Rome, we find the
Marina Yachting project in the Old
Port of Civitavecchia. This important
development in welcoming large yachts,
which promises 160 berths for vessels
up to 150m (490ft) in length, is a joint
venture between Port Mobility and Ports
Above right:On the border with France,
Cala del Forte di Ventimiglia marina,
owned and operated by Ports de Monaco,
actively courts superyachts.
Right:Porto Mirabello continues to expand
its superyacht facilities and services.
of Monaco. A private investment of
around €24.6 million, it will change the
look of the historic port of Civitavecchia,
bringing luxury tourism, green spaces,
futuristic structures and redeveloped
and restored historic sites.
One of the main recent indicators
of the superyacht trend comes in the
form of a new package of services
for custom megayachts launched by
Rina, the Italian classification society
that is also a leading partner in the
design, construction and management
of superyachts. The new product,
called Rina Maxima, supports the
realisation of projects in the safest and
most efficient way via
digital transformation and
environmental awareness.
As noted previously,
almost every major
marina in Italy, is
endeavouring –
successfully or otherwise
Marina di Loano in Liguria can moor a
total of 900 boats and offers berths to 77m
(253ft) and on-site maintenance and repair.
– to expand its berth offerings to super,
mega or even giga yachts and, where
possible, add related services. The
‘classics’ in the large yachting sector
are no exception. Porto Cervo in
Sardinia, for example, has expanded
its superyacht berths to 100, and IGY
Portisco Marina has allocated 41 of
its 589 berths for vessels up to 90m
(295ft).
Dedicated to large yachts from the
outset, Marina Genova in Liguria has
never stopped improving its offerings,
and Porto Lotti and Porto Mirabello
are both in continuous growth in terms
of volume and services specific to
superyachts.
In the heart of the Tyrrhenian Sea,
Stabia Main Port marina, established
in Castellamare di Stabia in 2016, has
a hub capable of hosting yachts up to
250m (820ft) long and is now frequented
by famous owners of huge vessels.
For example, the 110m (360ft) yacht
“Kaos” owned by Nancy Walton Lauerie,
daughter of Bud Walton, business
partner of the founder of Walmart.
Marina d’Arechi Port Village, also in
Campania and on the border with the
Amalfi coast, has moorings for yachts
up to 60m (197ft) and some for 100m
(330ft) in its 1,000-berth mix. It also
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Rome promises 160 berths and will be able to moor vessels up to
150m (490ft) in length.
features a 7,000m² (75,300ft²) shipyard
and a 220-tonne boat hoist.
In Sicily, the project for the
revamped Palermo waterfront includes
infrastructure for maxi yachts; Marina di
Riposto or Porto dell Etna is developing
new berths for maxi yachts along its
breakwater; and the Xifonio Tourist
Port in Augusta is offering spaces for
yachts up to 90m (295ft). The latter is
an ambitious 254-berth project with a
goal to become a large tourist port for
pleasure boats with exclusive services
and sophisticated shipyard offerings.
Marina di Loano in Liguria has
berths up to 77m (253ft) within its 900
moorings and boats that carry out
maintenance and repair operations
directly inside the port. And, still
in Liguria but on the border with
The marina at Stabia Main Port is frequented by famous owners and
their very large yachts. It is possible to see vessels of 250m (820ft) in
the marina.
France, Cala del Forte di Ventimiglia
marina actively courts superyachts.
Inaugurated in 2021 and operated by
its owners Ports de Monaco, it offers
high level services, 178 berths for
vessels up to 70m (230ft) and beautiful
architecture. No less important is its
connection by sea to Port Hercule
in Monaco, via a high-speed shuttle
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IGY to operate NEOM’s first
groundbreaking marina
IGY Marinas is to partner with NEOM, the global development taking shape in northwest Saudi Arabia, to develop and
operate the prestigious marina at Sindalah, the giga-project’s luxury island destination.
IGY platform provides superyacht
owners, captains and charter
guests unrivalled destinations,
service and convenience. IGY
is tremendously excited about
the opportunity to promote
this amazing new destination
to the international yachting
community.”
Perfectly positioned as a glamorous
gateway to the Red Sea, Sindalah
will be the closest ultra-prime
superyacht marina to Europe and the
Mediterranean. Expected to become
an iconic destination for the world’s
yachting community, the maritime
facility will offer 86 berths for yachts up
to 50m (164ft) and additional serviced
offshore buoys for superyachts up to
180m (590ft).
“Sindalah will be one of the
most alluring and vibrant yachting
destinations in the world thanks to
its strategic location, outstanding
amenities and stunning natural
landscapes,” said Antoni Vives,
head of urban development at
NEOM. “This partnership with IGY
is one of many steps we are taking
to achieve our vision of reshaping
the global yachting calendar, with
NEOM located one day’s cruising
distance from the Mediterranean
Sea.”
IGY’s unique position and
expertise will help Sindalah realise
this goal and set a benchmark
for premium customer experience.
Once established, the marina will join
IGY’s international superyacht marina
network of 23 marinas across 12
countries – the only network of its kind
in the world – as well as its exclusive
superyacht membership programme
IGY Trident.
Tom Mukamal, CEO of IGY Marinas,
commented: “Sindalah perfectly
integrates with IGY’s global vision to
connect the world’s most incredible
destinations across our growing marina
network. The addition of NEOM to the
SUPERYACHT FACILITIES
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2,000 marine species, 600 of
which are endemic to its waters
and cannot be found elsewhere
in the world – from dolphins,
turtles, dugongs, manta rays
and whale sharks, to rare
corals and colourful reef fish.
On land, visitors to Sindalah
will enjoy a redefined luxury
island experience, with high-end
premium hotels including Four Seasons
and The Luxury Collection by Marriott,
groundbreaking retail offerings, culinary
dining from Michelin starred chefs
and an exotic golf course designed by
Robert Trent Jones and operated by
IMG.
A visionary project comprising four
exceptional regions – The Line, Trojena,
Oxagon and Sindalah – NEOM aims
to be a world leader in environmental
conservation, with thriving businesses
and outstanding residential offerings.
Concept renderings of the luxury
Sindalah island development that forms
part of the exciting and far-reaching
Saudi Arabian NEOM project.
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SUPERYACHT FACILITIES
New managers for GCCM
The Gay family, owner of Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard (GCCM), has
signed a long-term management agreement with Andrew Chapman (above
right) and his company Marina Solutions. GCCM brought Chapman in last year
to reset the operations of the iconic facility.
Chapman says his focus has been
to build and empower the great team
that provides the exceptional customer
service at GCCM. “With 23 years of
experience, the GCCM operations set
the benchmark in the Coomera Marine
Precinct and we are focusing on these
core values and deliverables that our
customers require when they engage
GCCM and our business partners
around the shipyard to refit and
maintain their vessels.”
Bermuda dock
opens for superyachts
St George’s Marina and Superyacht Dock on Ordnance Island in Bermuda
was officially opened on 22 nd May. The facility is able to accommodate up to
ten superyachts and has a 170ft (52m) fixed concrete pier and an additional
140ft (43m) floating dock.
GCCM director, Trent Gay,
comments: “I am pleased to have
secured Chapman and Marina
Solutions to operate the facility long
term as the benefits of his hands-on
management style with staff, business
partners and clients has been very
well received. Many who have visited
the marina and shipyard over the
weekends are shocked to often see
Chapman on the yard or in the office
to ensure seamless operations for our
Honourable Premier David Burt
said the development symbolised
the Government’s commitment to
enhancing the Corporation of St
George and the community. “One
of our significant promises was to
deliver the construction of a worldclass
marina that would serve as a
catalyst for Bermuda as a superyacht
destination – a further step in the
economic renaissance that has been
taking place in the Olde Towne.”
“This new marina capitalises on
the prominence and strategic location
customers. Chapman’s experience in
marina and shipyard construction will
be pivotal in the commencement of our
Stage 2 Titan Yard.”
GCCM has 90 business partners on
site and its stage 2 development will
more than double its size by adding
a 20ha (49 acre) adjacent facility.
Once completed, GCCM will be able
to further accommodate the growing
size of the Australian domestic fleet
along with the influx of vessels cruising
the South Pacific region including
superyachts, wide beam catamarans
and sailing yachts. Titan Yard will
have 1,500+ tonne lift capacity and
undercover refit and repair factories.
Chapman has nearly 40 years of
experience in marina and shipyard
development and operation and actively
consults around Australia and the Asia
Pacific region. He has led the Marina
Industries Association as president and
chairman for the last 14 years and has
been a director for 19 years.
of Ordnance Island and will give St
George’s the unique ability to provide
excellent amenities to yachting visitors
and jobs beyond construction in areas
such as the new lounge,” he added.
The project was originally conceived
in October 2010 but, although an
agreement in principle was made with
St George’s Marina Development
Ltd (the developer), a change in
government led to a five year hiatus.
In November 2021, a 21-year leasing
agreement and PPP between the
developer, the Corporation of St
George’s and the Government set the
ball rolling.
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Conceptual rendering
Conceptual site plan
SUPERYACHT FACILITIES
Swift progress on Blue Water Cay
After years of sitting undeveloped and neglected, the Yamacraw area on the southeast side of Nassau, Bahamas is about
to undergo remarkable change. Leading hospitality and property developer, Legendary Marina, is on an ambitious multimillion
dollar mission to create a resort that will transform the yachting landscape.
the installation of a culvert to enable
the ocean to flow into the adjoining
marshlands.
Native trees and vegetation will
predominantly remain on site or, where
possible, be thoughtfully transplanted to
other suitable areas so as to preserve
the region’s natural beauty.
Prime Minister Philip Davis referred
to the project as a “welcome addition”
to New Providence and said the
project would create up to 200 jobs
for Bahamians. “This promising
development, which will be carried out
in four phases, represents a capital
expenditure of $110 million and will
serve as a valuable economic catalyst
via capital,” he noted.
Following the signing of a heads of
agreement at the Office of the Prime
Minister in May, Legendary Marina
has wasted no time in commencing
the necessary preparations for the
prestigious Legendary Marina Resort at
Blue Water Cay project.
The centrepiece of the marina
plan is a 120-slip dock capable of
accommodating boats up to at least
200ft (61m) and a dry storage facility
for 750 boats of up to 55ft (16.7m) in
length. The drystack will be rated for a
Category 5 hurricane. The marina will
also boast excellent accommodation
for overnight guests, including 20
condo units, 22 oceanfront villas and
a 130-room hotel. Waterfront retail and
restaurant spaces, a tiki bar with a pool,
a general store and onsite-fuel will
complete the offering.
Rodney Chamberlain, vice president
of marina development at Legendary
Marina, eagerly anticipates the ongoing
progress at the site. “After navigating
through the meticulous permitting and
entitlement process for two years, we
are thrilled to commence construction
on this world-class marina,” he said.
“This marks the beginning of an
exceptional project that will have a
positive and lasting impact on the lives
of many Bahamians.”
Once the land
clearing phase
is completed,
the next crucial
step will involve
dredging the
waterways
surrounding the
20-acre (8ha)
site. This process
will remove
sediment and
debris and create
ample depth for
large vessels.
Legendary Marina
is steadfast in
its commitment
to upholding
high environmental standards and will
focus on the removal of sunken boats
and debris from the water, as well as
Superyacht
marina for
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Islands
Dubai-based master developer,
Nakheel, has launched Nakheel
Marinas Dubai Islands. Located
along Dubai’s northern coastline
at Dubai Islands, the new marina
will accommodate 13 superyachts
up to 47m (154ft) in length at any
one time amidst its 248 berths.
The marina, which will have easy
entry to the sea, will also have 40
dry berths for trailers up to 20m
(66ft).
Features include 24/7 dock
assistance, complimentary club
car transfer, utilities and ice supply,
waste collection, pump-out, free
Wi-Fi, showers, washrooms and a
laundrette. Security systems in place
include 24/7 CCTV surveillance and
gated access.
The newly opened Dubai Islands
Beach is within walking distance
of the marina and hotels just steps
away.
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MARKET UPDATE: CASPIAN SEA
Layout of the Yelken Yacht Club and its
marina in Turkmenistan. The club opened
in 2010 and offers the best infrastructure in
the Caspian Sea.
In need of new marinas
– and new money
Over the past few years, the Caspian Sea – the world’s largest inland body
of water – has seen a lack of investment in yachting infrastructure. There
are various reasons for this, including the administrative pressures of local
authorities and questionable profitability. The low living standards of a large
proportion of the local population also remain the key factor in discouraging
potential investors. Vladislav Vorotikov reports
The construction of a marina in
Aktau, the sea capital of Kazakhstan,
seems to be a never-ending story. The
idea was originally greenlighted by the
Aktau city council in 2007 as part of a
comprehensive yachting infrastructure
development programme in the city.
However, the authorities failed to
find an investor, so the project was
postponed to be revived every two to
three years.
The last time this happened was in
2021 when Nurdaulet Kilybay, mayor
of Aktau, announced plans to build a
marina on the Rocky Path, part of the
coastline within the city’s boundaries.
He estimated that the construction
could complete by 2024 or 2025, but it
is yet to be started, again supposedly
due to a lack of interested investors.
This scenario is typical for the Caspian
Sea where plans to build new sea
infrastructure are so often laid out but
remain only on paper.
Under a Caspian Sea port
development strategy, yachting
infrastructure is due to be built in the
ports of Makhachkala and Derbent in
the Dagestan Republic. However, it is
not clear when this would happen. As of
today, on the 530km (329mi) Dagestan
coastline, not a
single marina
is in operation,
according to Aliyev
Ali Magomedovich,
who, with a group
of enthusiasts,
launched yacht
building in the
republic.
One of three yacht
clubs in Baku,
the capital of
Azerbaijan. Local
investors continue
to mull over plans to
build new marinas.
Yachting in Kazakhstan is also in
embryo, and local analysts argue about
the root cause. Natalia Butyrina, an
Aktau-based journalist writing about
the yachting industry, is confident that
many Aktau citizens are willing to
purchase sailing yachts or motor boats,
but are discouraged by the lack of
infrastructure for mooring their vessels
during the season and the repair
facilities available.
“A growing number of foreign
yachtsmen are also showing interest in
coming to the waters of our region. This
means that there is an increasing need
for modern marinas with good service.
However, there are no yacht ports on
the coast and a few mooring sites for
small vessels that are not included
in the general international tourism
network,” Butyrina admitted.
Last one standing
The cost of building a marina in Aktau is
estimated to be close to US$15 million,
and Butyrina is convinced it would give
powerful impetus to the development of
yachting in this part of the Caspian Sea.
Investors, however, seem not to share
the same confidence, especially since
the city’s only yacht club ‘Breeze’ has
been fighting over the past few years
with the city council for survival. The
council says it wants the plot to build a
new embankment.
During Soviet times, Aktau and other
towns on the Kazakh coast housed
several yacht clubs, but now Breeze
is the last one still in operation. If it is
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destroyed, yachtsmen believe finding
investors to build new marinas in
the country will become even more
challenging.
Oleg Morozov, deputy head of
Breeze, disclosed that the dispute
began in 2019, when a ten-year rent
contract with the city council, or akimat,
ended. Thanks to a public outcry, the
yacht club survived the first attack, but
now the authorities extend the rent
agreement for only a year at a time, and
in 2022 a new assault began.
“They put spokes in our wheels:
the akimat comes up with various
requirements that make it impossible to
continue operation,” said Oleg Morozov,
deputy director of Breeze. “For
example, they ask us to leave the site
open, which we do during the day, but
this cannot be done at night as we keep
yachts and boats. We have valuable
navigation equipment and outboard
motors on the boats.”
There are other demands put forward
by the akimat, some of which are
absurd and even contradict Kazakh law,
according to Morozov. In 2022, a local
publication Kazpravda assumed that
the site currently occupied by the yacht
club could eventually go to another
business. This would be a classic story
for Central Asia, where administrative
pressure and corruption is used as a
means of protecting business interests.
Tilegen Edigeev, head of the
business department of the Aktau
akimat, described this assumption as
a “hoax”, but on the other hand, the
authorities refused to guarantee to the
publication that, once the city’s only
yacht club with the marina is liquidated,
its site instead of being used to build
a tourist path would not be given to
another private owner.
Forgotten yachting Mecca
Across the sea, things are pretty similar.
In Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan,
only three yacht clubs with marinas
are currently operating. Over the past
few years, local investors mulled plans
to build new infrastructure, but low
demand makes the financial return
questionable.
“Yachting in Azerbaijan is poorly
developed, although the country has
gigantic prospects in this field,” said
Kirill Roletsky, business development
adviser of the Baku City Yacht Club,
who recalls that in Soviet times this
part of the country was one of the top
yachting centres, declining in the 1990s
when the established infrastructure fell
into decay.
“The Caspian Sea is an ideal place
for yachting – in Soviet times, there
were a lot of yacht clubs in Baku, the
whole bay was full of sails, this place
was a kind of Mecca for yachtsmen.
Baku winds are a godsend for sailors.
They blow almost always, which allows
yachtsmen to sail almost all year
round,” Roletsky said.
Some yachtsmen recall that the
Soviet infrastructure suffered significant
destruction during the 1991 flood
in Baku and never fully recovered.
During Soviet times, Kazakhstan,
Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan and Russia
shared no borders, and yachtsmen
enjoyed free movement along almost
the entire Caspian Sea coast. Currently,
Yachting is under-developed in Kazakhstan
and there is currently only one large
marina. Increased interest from overseas
visitors, however, could spur development.
the Caspian Sea is divided not only
by borders but also by a lack of
infrastructure.
As reported by the Azerbaijan Tourist
Agency, yachtsmen can’t go too far
away from Baku owing to a lack of
necessary infrastructure, such as a
fuelling station outside the city. Roletsky
also stated that bureaucracy puts
pressure on yachting in the region as
to undertake a voyage a boat owner
needs to make it through tonnes of
paperwork, most particularly to secure
permission from the customs service.
These echo complaints voiced by
yachtsmen all over the region who
repeatedly call on the authorities to
agree to simplify the customs regime
for marina tourists in order to facilitate
industry development. However, as the
political relations between the countries
remain complicated, this is unlikely to
happen in the foreseeable future.
High hopes
It would be wrong, however, to say that
the Caspian Sea has no luxury marinas.
Currently, the best infrastructure in the
region can be found in the Yelken Yacht
Club in Turkmenistan, launched in 2013
for $80 million and primarily known
because US pop diva Jennifer Lopez
performed a concert at its opening.
That story was remarkable because
she ended up giving away her huge fee
on the grounds that she didn’t know
whether or not there were any kinds of
human rights issues in the country.
Local sources recall that when
Yelken Yacht Club was launched,
local yachtsmen hoped that it would
give impetus for further infrastructure
development in the region. However,
no new marinas have been built in
Turkmenistan over the past decade,
and there are none on the horizon.
Yachtsmen complain about high prices
and inadequate price-quality ratio.
One source said that with the
average salary in Turkmenistan in 2022
close to US$280, there is no chance
that ordinary citizens could afford to
own a boat. He explained that Yelken
Yacht Club is focused on servicing a
relatively small group of people, such
as the political elite and business
people. This is not enough, however,
to justify additional investment in the
yachting infrastructure in the country.
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IBEX 2023:
focus on sustainability
The International Boatbuilders Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), taking place
3 rd -5 th October at the recently renovated Tampa Convention Center (TCC),
Florida, USA is set to be a packed event with a focus on new technology,
innovation and sustainability.
The renovation is the largest event for
the TCC and will result in an expanded
third floor exhibit hall and additional
fourth floor meeting rooms, complete
with terraces with breathtaking water
views. The expansion has added
5,900ft² (548m²) of exhibit space for
the show and provided new space on
the fourth floor for the VIP Lounge.
More than 675 exhibiting companies
will fill the three floors, occupying over
134,000ft² (12,400m²) of indoor space,
plus outdoor displays and the IBEX
docks on the waterfront.
New companies and
specialist pavilions
The first and second floor exhibit halls
will showcase products and services
from companies new to the show
and the industry, and include the new
Sustainable Technology Pavilion,
featuring products designed to reduce
carbon emissions, empower cleaner
processes for propulsion and promote a
more sustainable future. The third floor
features specialist pavilions, such as
the Composites Pavilion, Compliance,
Standards and Education Pavilion,
and the NMEA Connected Electronics
Pavilion.
International pavilions for 2023
highlight Italian, French and Australian
exhibitors. New products entered in the
Innovation Awards programme are on
display along Innovation Way on the
second floor. Replacing the Marina &
Yard Pavilion, the Marina & Yard Trade
Route includes exhibitors spread
across all three floors.
Debating sustainability
The new Sustainable Technology
Pavilion is supported by a sustainability
track in the conference and includes
a free special session entitled ‘The
Carbon Conundrum’. When it comes
to fossil fuel consumption, today’s
thriving boatbuilding industry is best
defined by two extremes: designers and
engineers loading centre consoles with
five or six outboards of 12 cylinders
each to indulge a market hungry for
horsepower; and teams of investmentfuelled
innovators pushing the potential
of electric propulsion and hydrogen
fuel by building lightweight carbon fibre
foiling prototypes. Our future likely lies
somewhere in between the two.
The topic will be explored by a
panel of experienced naval architects,
propulsion engineers, boatbuilders and
As always, IBEX will deliver a wealth of
networking and learning opportunities.
marketing experts who will debate the
virtues, practicalities and shortcomings
of different approaches to our collective
low-carbon future.
“Technology is advancing so quickly
and there is no better place than IBEX
for all marine professionals to see
what’s new and what’s next for the
boating industry,” says Anne Dunbar,
IBEX show director. “Our exhibitors
are eager to display their latest and
greatest innovations, many with a
significant wow factor. We are confident
it will be our best show in years. Make
plans now to join the industry at IBEX
2023, you do not want to miss this
year’s event.”
IBEX is owned and produced by
the National Marine Manufacturers
Association (NMMA) and RAI
Amsterdam.
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the show. Marina World is Partner of
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Variable width option
for mobile boat hoists
After months of design, manufacture and rigorous factory testing, Marine
Travelift has announced the availability of a ‘variable width’ option for its BFMII
and C-Series mobile boat hoists.
The first Marine Travelift model with
the variable width option – a 75BFMII
(75 tonne lift capacity) – was delivered
to The Marine Group Boat Works’ San
Jose del Cabo location in March. It
offers 9ft (2.7m) of width variability and
can seamlessly expand and retract
under full load in 60 seconds.
The most important benefit the
option offers is the opportunity to
block vessels closer together in
order to maximise space previously
unavailable because of the overall
width dimensions of a standard fixed
width boat hoist.
“The variable width machine allows
us to utilise otherwise lost space with a
traditional boat hoist,” says Pete Horner,
general manager at the Los Cabos
yard. “It’s a two-fold solution for us as
we can continue to grow our business
in the same physical footprint and
work on more boats at the same time,
ultimately limiting customer downtime
and maximising profitability.”
The variable width option also
enables the operator to move vessels
through a doorway, a feature that was
previously not an option as the width of
a standard machine is sized to fit piers.
This eliminates the need to double
handle vessels when moving them in
and out of the building and broadens
the handling scope of the machine.
The new option is powered by a
hydraulic ram, housed within the
telescoping top beam, and is assisted
by Marine Travelift’s patented all-wheel
electronic steering option. These two
components are also teamed with
a control loop system that includes
angle sensors, a distance sensor and
wheel encoder to keep the machine
square and ensure safe expansion and
retraction throughout the full range of
variability.
The extension and retraction
functions can occur on either side of
the machine for flexibility and maximum
manoeuvrability. It is also designed
to handle full load across the entire
width spectrum and can stop anywhere
within the full range of variability, with or
without a vessel in the slings.
“This machine combines many
familiar systems that we have
successfully developed and refined
over the years: the patented all-wheel
electronic steering system we’ve been
using on Marine Travelift mobile boat
hoists and Shuttlelift mobile gantry
cranes, sensors/safety systems
like the linear transducer and angle
sensor have been utilised on our
Hydro M_Drive marina forklifts, and the
knowledge we’ve gained from building
hydraulic transporters with a variable
width option. We combined these to
create a well-designed system that is
not only efficient, but also safe – for the
operator, the vessel and the machine
itself,” confirmed Bob Johnston, director
of customer care, Marine Travelift.
Design goals for the new option
included safety, performance (speed/
efficiency) and functionality. To be
certain that this option reached all
three goals, Marine Travelift teams
performed months of rigorous factory
testing that included countless hours
of use, both with and without maximum
load, on different grades, and using
a mock-up of the end user’s existing
pier infrastructure. Making the machine
easy to maintain for the customer is
also a key feature so serviceability was
considered at every stage of the design
and engineering process.
The variable width option is available
on all capacity boat hoists offered by
Marine Travelift, and there are already
orders in place for 35, 50 and 150
tonne models, which are all scheduled
to deliver in 2023.
www.marinetravelift.com
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YARDS & YARD MACHINERY
The giant 1,000 tonne capacity hoist (left)
is the biggest Boat Lift has delivered to
date. A 90 tonne variable width machine
(below) is now in service at The Boat
Works, marking the first delivery to the
southern hemisphere.
Setting new delivery
records for 2023
Italian boat handling and lifting specialist Boat Lift has much to celebrate in
2023, having delivered its biggest boat hoist to date and its first machine to a
customer in the southern hemisphere.
The giant delivery – a 25m (82ft)
high, 1,000 tonne capacity hoist – is
now in action at Bomlo Skipsservice,
a ship repair and refit yard situated
alongide a Norwegian fjord.
The machine represents the
culmination of research and
development, both at technical and
functional levels, and is a tribute to the
company’s solid teamwork in rising
to the challenge of developing the
best performing and most responsive
machines.
Delivery of an 820 tonne hoist,
recently assembled in Fitjar, a few
kilometers from Bomlo, has also
reinforced the high potential for Boat
Lift in the Norwegian market. A 90
tonne trailer, an 80 tonne expandable
trailer and a 320 tonne mobile hoist
are also due to be delivered in coming
months to the region.
Meanwhile, very far from home, a 90
tonne expandable mobile boat hoist has
entered operation at The Boat Works
yards in Queensland, Australia. It joins
four existing hoists that, together, have
the capacity to lift every type of vessel
up to 300 tonnes.
Tony Longhurst, owner of The Boat
Works, said that investment was made
in the new variable width, all-wheel
drive machine so as to keep pace
with demand. It also provides more
flexibility as it can lift wide multihulls
and monohulls.
“It has an adjustable beam width
narrowing the vessel
footprint from 8m [26ft]
down to 5.5m [18ft]
allowing the team to
maximise the vessel set
down footprint. This is
brilliant for boat storage
as we can go narrow for
the narrower runways
and use it for packing
boats in tight spots,”
Longhurst explained.
The machine boasts
unique Dynamic
Steering Control (DSC),
which Boat Lift defines
as “allowing seamless
transfer between four modes with
infinite adjustment between each to
allow progressive adjustment of the
radius of rotation.”
“DSC is an innovative steering
management system developed
by Boat Lift. This system allows an
operator to linearly move the axis of
rotation in any position between the
axis of the front wheels and the rear
wheels. This makes it possible to
significantly reduce the manoeuvring
space required for the handling and
storage of boats,” Longhurst added.
“Given a steering angle, the operator
can also use it during the forward
and backward movement of the travel
to circumvent obstacles in a single
manoeuvre.”
In addition to breaking ground on
record deliveries, Boat Lift continues
to hone its electric hoist offerings. Boat
Lift electric machines are equipped
with tailored high efficiency lithium
batteries, selected specifically for their
considerable benefits in comparison
with lead-acid batteries. Boat Lift says
that, while the latter guarantee 1,000
recharge cycles and present voltage
drop in response to energy spikes,
lithium batteries ensure 3,000 recharge
cycles and present a lower voltage
drop thanks to their high stability and
efficiency.
So as to meet different demands,
Boat Lift machines can be designed
in two different versions: full electric
and hybrid. The former is propelled
exclusively by electric drives and is
endowed with inverters, responsible
for controlling the correct speed and
torque of electric motors. The latter
is equipped with an electric traction
motor and maintains the hydraulic
system for all other movements. In this
respect, Boat Lift installs IE3 efficiency
electric motors on its machines that, in
combination with inverters, guarantee a
high level of energy efficiency (93.6%).
www.boatlift.it
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One year operation of electric boat hoists
Spanish company GH Cranes & Components reports the successful ‘one-year’ operation of its groundbreaking electric
boat hoists in a Spanish marina. As the industry has traditionally relied on hydraulic systems powered by diesel
engines, this milestone marks a significant shift towards sustainable and eco-friendly solutions.
Having over two fully-electric Rubber Tyre
Gantry (RTG) cranes in operation for over a
year has fostered growing interest in the new
technology and GH currently has multiple projects
underway, demonstrating the increasing popularity
and acceptance of electric cranes in marina
environments.
The introduction of electric boat hoists not only
has positive environment impact but presents new
challenges and opportunities and GH recognises
the importance of adapting the technology to be of
even more value to marina operators. R&D will thus
be ongoing to build on the green benefits of entirely
eliminating the emissions associated with diesel
engines.
GH Cranes’ commitment to a greener future is
reflected in its dedication to sustainable practices
within the industry including the steps it has
taken to address the issue of electric residual
waste recycling. The company acknowledges
the importance of managing and recycling waste
generated by electric equipment, contributing to a
circular economy model.
www.motion.ghcranes.com
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pad for all hull shapes
When thinking of hydraulic slipway trailers, it is tempting to focus just on the
hydraulics. But what about the all-essential cushioned hull support? Dutch
company Roodberg, with decades of experience in ensuring that hull pads
deliver the quality required, outlines requirements and options.
Hydraulic slipway trailers function
differently from regular slipway trailers.
In regular slipway trailers, the boat is
pulled onto the trailer often using a
winch. Rollers on the trailer help move
the boat forward.
With a Roodberg hydraulic slipway
trailer, there is no pulling or pushing.
The boat is positioned in plenty of water
above the trailer. When the boat is in
position, the pads are hydraulically
activated, keeping the boat in place.
When the trailer is driven out of the
water, the boat rests on the pads and
bow support. The hydraulic frame lifting
cylinders ensure that the boat remains
horizontal while driving up and on the
hard-stand.
Pads for all shapes
The pads are large and of semi-soft
material to prevent damage to the boat
hull from friction or peak loads. They
are also offered in different shapes and
sizes to best suit different boat shapes,
including the standard 90 x 30cm (35
x 12in) pad and the larger 120 x 40cm
(47 x 16in) pad. On trailers with a
capacity up to 40 tons, Roodberg works
with a total of four pads as standard,
from 47 to 60 tons with six pads and
above that with ten pads, i.e. five on
each side of the trailer.
For those who want even more
precise and friendly support for their
boat, there are the dual pads that
consist of two parts of 60 x 40 cm (24 x
16in) that are both hinged. In this way,
the line of the hull is optimally followed.
Larger vessels with a deep keel, where
the bow is not supported, require more
pad support.
The ultimate result for curved and/
or fragile hulls, such as those of (GRP)
sailboats, can
be achieved with
the unique and
patented quattro
pads. The unit
consists of four
independently
hinged pads, each
measuring 40 x
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In some cases,
a combination
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pad models is
desired. As every
Roodberg trailer is
custom-equipped,
appropriate advice is given
and any type of hull can be
optimally supported.
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Interest in trailers that can
handle catamarans is on the
increase, especially in the
countries surrounding the
Aegean Sea, the Indian and
Pacific Ocean islands, the Caribbean
and New Zealand.
Roodberg offers several solutions for
this. At times it is possible to support
the catamaran bridge directly with
the pads fitted to the trailer. On other
occasions, it is necessary to add socalled
cat beams to the trailer. Hinged
pad supports with pads measuring 90
x 30cm (35 x 12in) are placed on the
cat beams. These are adjustable across
the width of the beams to support
catamarans of different sizes.
Engineered to last
Roodberg pads are made of
polyurethane moulded over a grid.
The grid and saddle are manufactured
from galvanised steel and optionally
the fixing material can be supplied in
stainless steel. The hardness of the
polyurethane is specifically selected
to ensure durability and optimal
adaptation to the boat hull at the same
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Multi-use trailer for
Canadian tourism service
Blue Heron Company of Tobermory, Ontario, recently took delivery of a new
Conolift SP-60 self-propelled hydraulic trailer from Kropf Industrial.
The trailer offers all the standard
advantages of a Conolift trailer,
including a unique open frame design
and hydraulic frame lift to over 60in
(1.5m) of frame height.
The trailer frame also expands
hydraulically in width from 96in (2.4m)
to 126in (3.2m) inside, allowing the
trailer to be adjusted to safely and
efficiently handle a wide variety of
boats. It can accommodate vessels
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front of the trailer provides maximum
manoeuvrability. Rear-wheel drive
assist allows the trailer to launch and
retrieve vessels on a slipway.
The unit is equipped with a single
level joystick control on a raised
operator’s station, but a wireless radio
remote control system is also available.
Adjustable powerboat pads and
hydraulic side pads can be adjusted
to suit a wide range of hull types and
vessel sizes.
The open-frame design provides
drastically simplified lift and set
operations, with exceptional space for
placement of keel blocking and storage
stands. The independent frame lift
in both the rear wheels and the front
end allows for the trailer and boat to
remain level during launch and retrieval
operations on a slipway.
Blue Heron Company is a diversified
tourism operation with glass bottom
boat tours, open-air jet boats, retail
outlets, a motel and cottage rentals.
The Conolift SP-60 will be utilised
for annual launch and retrieval
operations in the tour boat business,
supporting both the storage and repair/
maintenance requirements of the
operation.
The addition of the trailer, with its
simple and safe operation and inherent
flexibility, will allow Blue Heron to
maximise the utilisation of its facility
while also reducing operating costs and
increasing safety.
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New owners to invest in Dartside Quay
MDL Marinas has sold its Dartside Quay boatyard in Dartmouth, UK to the owners of nearby Dolphin Haven, a boatyard
with berthing services just across the Galmpton Creek waters. The purchase is being followed by substantial site
investment.
With space for over 300 boats
ashore, the seven-acre (2.8ha) dry
boat storage area is serviced by a 65-
tonne Wise hoist which operates from
a purpose-built dock. A 20-tonne Wise
trailer also operates from the slipway.
MDL Marinas managing director,
Michael Glanville, said: “Dartside Quay
boatyard provides important lifting
and refit services to many of our berth
holders, as well as local businesses
and we’re excited to be working
with Dolphin Boatyard to create an
opportunity for these services to grow.”
“The sale agreement, which critically
retains employment for our loyal and
highly skilled team, allows capital to
be released and repurposed
in other areas of our business
to strategically develop our
portfolio of products and
services for our customers,” he
added.
Ben Morris, managing
director of Dolphin Boatyard,
commented: “The acquisition
of Dartside Quay is an exciting
step forward for my business. It
allows us to expand our services
to local boaters in the bay, on
the Dart and beyond, adding
new refit opportunities and
investing in both the Dartside
Quay and Dolphin Haven sites.”
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YARDS & YARD MACHINERY
New production
line, new
designs and
noteworthy
deliveries
For 2023, Italian company PDN
Cranes has opened a new
production line for cradles, and fixed
and telescopic boat keels so as to
give its customers a complete range
of products. The company has also
developed a fully-electric or hybrid
electric mobile hoist design which
will be released to the market in
good time for PDN’s 20 th anniversary
in 2024.
Over the past two years, particular
delivery highlights in the marina
sector have been the supply of two
specialist cranes to French marinas
Port Camargue and Dunkerque Marina.
Although covered in Marina World
soon after delivery, each is worthy of
special mention due to the interesting
technology involved.
The Port Camargue (above) machine
has 20 tonne capacity and is of threeleg
design so as to be of use in three
different basins of different widths. The
operator cabin is located at the rear of
the machine to enable it to be driven in
a similar manner to a forklift. It is thus
considered to be a combination of boat
hoist and boat trailer and is very fast
and flexible when moving between the
lifting and parking areas.
The machine for Dunkerque is a
30 tonne capacity amphibious boat
hoist which carries out a boat hauling
service between the yard and slipway.
It can be submerged in water up to
2.5m (8ft), which enables it to service
sailboats with long keels.
Like the Port Camargue machine,
it is very fast in operation and
is equipped with PDN’s remote
assistance system.
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Futuristic pod
delivered to the Pearl
Yacht handling and shipping
company Peters & May transported
a futuristic luxury floating pod to
Doha in June. The Anthénea is now
installed near the Marina Corniche
promenade in Porto Arabia at the
Pearl-Qatar.
The smart floating space offers 50m²
(538ft²) of living area across the main
cabin and the rooftop solarium, and
takes full advantage of the 360° viewing
options via its circular dome shape.
Inspired by the James Bond film ‘The
Spy Who Loved Me’, the Anthénea
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Suite was created
to deliver an
eco-responsible
and private island
experience to
its guests. It is
the result of five
years of research
and development
and the efforts of
French designers,
engineers and
naval architects.
It has zero
carbon footprint,
is self-sufficient
and is said to be
unsinkable.
The design model was extensively
researched to ensure it could resist
violent storms and sea level rise, and
its spherical shape is the optimal form
for withstanding extreme conditions
on the water. The pod is equipped with
1,000W solar panels, and can also be
provided with a 4,000W installation,
and reaches complete autonomy with
its own water-processing and sewage
system. Numerous interiors are
available for the pods, tailored to meet
the design needs of each customer’s
requirements.
The distinctive shape of the capsule
proved an ideal opportunity for Peters
& May to demonstrate its expert
lifting capabilities. Global technical
director, Paul Elsom, commented:
“The Anthénea floating suite is the first
of its kind and we are proud to have
been involved with such an interesting
project. It is always a pleasure to ship
exclusive and unusual cargo. Fifty
years in the shipping industry yet this
is the first time we have come across
anything like it, in its unique and
futuristic pod shape.”
Prior to handling, the cargo was
towed on a seven-hour crossing from
Honfleur Marina, France by SNSM
(National Society for Sea Rescue).
Peters & May then performed a threesling
lift, attached via D-ring fasteners
to the cargo, to lift it from the water. It
was then loaded onto a trailer using a
gantry crane until a vessel arrived to
ship it to the Middle East.
www.petersandmay.com
D-Marin wins iF
Design award
D-Marin has been recognised by the
iF Design award for its customer
experience project, undertaken in
collaboration with Sketchin design
studio.
The project, named ‘Reshaping the
Marina Industry Standard’, won the
fiercely competitive Service Design
Award by crafting a completely
new customer marina experience,
harmonising digital and personal
services.
The joint work by Sketchin and
D-Marin started with intense customer
research, which identified opportunities
for service improvements, as well as
key areas in which D-Marin excels.
This research became the driving force
behind a €10 million investment in the
Connected Marina initiative, which
uses digital innovations to make marina
experiences seamless and effortless.
D-Marin CEO, Oliver Dörschuck,
said: “We’re thrilled to be recognised
by one of the most prestigious design
awards which attracts high quality blue
chip entrants from across the world.
It’s testament to our commitment to
excellent customer experience and the
success of the project delivered with
Sketchin.”
“We recognise that a combination
of physical and digital experiences
is essential to providing a quality
marina service. Our digital innovations
ensure efficiency so customers can
enjoy maximum pleasure time on their
yacht whilst our marina teams make
customers feel appreciated with a
personal touch.”
www.d-marin.com
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PRODUCTS, SERVICES & PEOPLE
The new marine fast charge station at
Marina Vela in Barcelona is the second on
the Spanish Catalan coast.
First in Barcelona,
first in Redwood City
The first Aqua superPower electric marine fast charge station at Marina Vela
in Barcelona, Spain joins a unit installed a few months ago in the Port of La
Rápita to initiate the creation of a charging corridor on the Catalan coast.
The charge station, installed and
financed by Aqua superPower, offers
a power of 75kW and twin CCS2
connectors. Two electric boats can
simultaneously recharge in as little as
20 to 40 minutes. The charge station is
accessible to electric boat users via the
Aqua app that can be downloaded on
any device to provide a seamless user
experience.
“With this electric boat charge
station, another step is taken towards
converting the port of Barcelona into
a green port,” said Alberto Garcia,
director of Marina Vela Barcelona.
“Marina Vela Barcelona is the first
nautical facility in Barcelona that has
an electric marine charge station of 75
kW power to bring the arrival of ‘zero
emissions’ boating. The installation of
the new Aqua superPower fast charge
station is part of our commitment to
the environment and leading the way
in sustainable marina management
practices.”
Another ‘first’ marine fast charging
station has been installed at Westpoint
Harbor in Redwood City, San Francisco
Bay. Westpoint Harbor is a world-class,
award-winning marina that offers a
protected harbour with modern slips up
to 120ft (37m) and dry storage. As a
Clean Marine award holder, Westpoint
Harbor leads the way with sustainable
marina management practices, and
the decision to become the first Aqua
network host in the Bay Area continues
that tradition by supporting the growing
number of boat users who want to
switch to clean electric boating.
The Aqua 75 DC marine
supercharger installed at Westpoint
Harbor will provide boat owners with
access to reliable plug and charge
infrastructure, offering features such
as charge point visibility to develop
the confidence to transition away from
liquid carbon fuels.
“As a Gold Anchor marina, Westpoint
Harbor is committed to clean marine
practices,” said Westpoint Harbor
president Mark Sanders. "Having
the opportunity to install Aqua’s
marine supercharger was exciting.
Sustainability and protecting the
environment are extremely important
to us, and we are not short on early
technology adopters around here.
Redwood City is in the heart of Silicon
Valley, and electric boating is the next
logical step in maritime e-mobility."
Scott Canning, vice president
US business development at Aqua
superPower, explained: "Electric marine
mobility works best when boat users
can take advantage of conveniently
located charging stations throughout
their local area. These e-boat corridors
are central to our vision, and we are
delighted to work with Westpoint Harbor
on developing this critical infrastructure
as the first Aqua superPower charging
hub in San Francisco Bay."
www.aqua-superpower.com
A charge station at Westpoint Harbor is the
first in San Francisco Bay.
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More
Freedom in
Australia
The Freedom Boat Club division
of Brunswick Corporation is set
to open three new club locations
in Australia this month (July).
Located at Bobbin Head, Pittwater
and Lake Macquarie, they will
each provide direct access to the
picturesque waterways north of
Sydney. They complement the
club location at d’Alboras the Spit
Marina on Sydney Harbour.
The new clubs will be franchise
locations led by Darren Vaux,
managing director of Empire Marinas
Group, president of ICOMIA and
previous president of the Boating
Industry Association in Australia,
New Freedom Boat franchisees, Darren
and Nicky Vaux.
and Nicky Vaux, the Boat Princess
and director of the Marina Industries
Association, who have more than 40
combined years of marine industry
experience.
“We are thrilled to continue our
growth into truly stunning and
popular yet accessible boating
locations in Australia,” said David
Kurczewski, general manager
shared services Asia-Pacific for
Freedom Boat Club. “We are
confident in Darren and Nicky’s
ability to expand marine participation
in this market with their clear
passion for the on-water lifestyle,
Waiting pontoon for
high season
A new waiting pontoon, manufactured by Lindley, has been installed in the
entrance channel to the main harbour at Marina Palamós on the Costa Brava,
Spain.
The dock has been designed to
serve as a temporary mooring point
for boats of up to 10m (33ft) in length
while waiting for access to the marina
or the fuel pump. This will enhance
safety during the summer months
when there is heavy traffic entering or
leaving the marina. The structure can
be dismantled during the winter.
Almarin supplied and installed
and commitment to delivering impeccable
service. We look forward to growing our
partnership and supporting our members
in the region.”
“One of our key drivers is helping people
access the boating lifestyle and Freedom
Boat Club is a world leader in this regard.
With full member training, access to boats
in incredible locations and affordable,
flexible memberships Freedom really is
boating re-imagined,” said Nicky Vaux. “As
boaters ourselves, it’s great for us to be
able to share the passion.”
the 60m (197ft) long aluminium
floating pontoon and a 6m (20ft)
long aluminium access walkway. The
system has articulated radius arms
due to its proximity to the breakwater.
This approach also reduced costs by
avoiding the need for piles.
Marina Palamós has 902 moorings, a
boatyard and a nautical base.
www.almarin.es
“Freedom Boat Club creates a new,
accessible and affordable pathway
to the boating lifestyle for seasoned
and first-time boaters alike,” said
Darren Vaux. “What makes the
Freedom model so compelling is that
members not only have access to the
outstanding range of boats available
through the Brunswick brands, but
also access to fleets of boats in more
than 380 locations worldwide.”
www.freedomboatclub.au
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Trouble-free trolley
goes international
When Bogense Marina in Denmark needed a trolley for its customers, one
of the berth holders snapped into action. Per Østerhaab, a blacksmith,
entrepreneur and owner of Bogense Yacht Services, designed a trolley, sold
the solution to the local council (the marina operator), and the rest, as they
say, is history.
“I simply wanted to see a trolley
that was robust, durable and simple
in design, with no need for cleaning,”
he recalls. “We produced them with
the same quality as stainless steel
parts on our boats. So, they last
forever and really need no cleaning.”
The company uses the tag line “joyful
boating – organised marinas” to sum up
trolleys that perform as they should, are
maintenance-free and can be stored
in special parking areas for everyone’s
convenience.
Østerhaab, now aged 74, is still
actively involved in designing special
solutions and coordinating production
and quality assurance, but the
next generation now manages the
MarinaTrolley business.
Over the past 30 years, the trolley
Above: Per Østerhaab in the workshop.
Left: MarinaTrolley customer Hans Lindum
Møller, harbour master at Marina Minde in
Denmark, with his line-up of trolleys.
has become the market standard
in Denmark and, via nothing more
than word of mouth, found its way to
marinas in Germany and Sweden. In
2022, however, recognising that growth
opportunity was focused on developing
new wheels for the trolley, the company
rebranded the product and started to
look at further developing its export
potential. Bigger marinas across Spain,
Greece, Croatia, Malta and Montenegro
became new customers.
“We knew we had a fantastic product
with huge global potential and it is great
to see how well this simple concept
works in every market we enter,” says
managing director Henrik Østerhaab.
MarinaTrolley is an elegant and
minimalistic solution, offering a range of
features and benefits and retaining the
high quality electropolished stainless
steel upon which it built its reputation.
The centre-placed wheels make it wellbalanced
and easy to manoeuvre, and
puncture-proof air-filled tyres ensure it
floats on the water if it ends up in the
marina basin. It has a self-cleaning
grid bottom, weighs just 18kg (40lbs)
and can easily carry loads of 100kg
(220lbs). A coin lock encourages users
to return it to its designated place.
In addition to a large tailor-made
name plate cut into the side of the
trolley (making it less attractive to
steal), there is space for advertising,
which the marina operator can sell so
as to offset the purchase cost.
Several MarinaTrolleys for new
customers are currently in production
and the company is building a network
of agents to promote and sell the
product in different countries.
www.marinatrolley.com
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Cleaning water with
Advanced Oxidation
One of the 21st century’s greatest challenges is a severe shortage of clean
water. Water is now being polluted faster then ever by agricultural runoff,
and general and industrial waste that infrastructure was never designed to
deal with. According to Keith Boulais at Premier Materials Technology, old
line cleaning technologies are failing miserably or are just not cost-effective,
especially when it comes to new pollutants, such as PFAS, PAHs, excessive
nutrients, fracking water, coal ash, personal care products residues and drugs.
No one wants polluted
water in a leisure
boating environment
and keeping water clean
can be a surprisingly
natural process via
a new category of
technologies known as
Advanced Oxidation
Processes (AOP). The
EcoSOAR Ionizer is the
most advanced of these
technologies and the
only process currently
available in the world
that produces superoxide
(O _ 2) on a large scale.
The O _ 2 technology
cleans the water column
and sediment of organic
pollutants, anaerobic bacteria, metals
etc. It also significantly raises the
dissolved oxygen level of the water
column and sediment helping to
promote water body health.
Here’s the science. O _ 2 (superoxide) is
a type of oxygen that contains an extra
electron. It is this electron that gives it
its special oxidising power. Here is an
oxidation rating scale (Daniels. 2002):
Chlorine is.................................... 1.00
Ozone is....................................... 1.52
O _ 2 (superoxide) is........................ 2.37
O _ 2 (superoxide) is as old as Earth’s
oxygen atmosphere and is actually
ubiquitous in the environment. It
regulates the bio-availability of trace
metals in the ocean, it is produced
by fungus as a by-product that
remediates such contaminants as
excessive nutrients and coal ash, and
is produced by corals to protect against
bacteria and viruses, and to control the
availability of nutrients in the reef.
O _ 2 (superoxide) operates via a
mechanism called Fenton Chemistry
that was discovered by British chemist
Hank Fenton in the 1890s. In this
mechanism, the O _ 2 preferentially reacts
with carbon atoms in any organic
molecule. It is able to virtually dismantle
an organic
contaminant
atom and return
such atoms to
the ecosphere
for recycling. This
means that there
is no secondary
pollution to deal
with; all of the
individual atoms
cleaved from the
contaminant are
available for re-use. A good example
is oil, which is primarily hydrogen and
carbon. An oil molecule treated with
O _ 2 is changed to CO2 and water. The
same reaction will occur with organic
pollutants such as algae/cyanobacteria
and anaerobic bacteria.
O _ 2 (superoxide) is created from the
open atmosphere without the use of
any chemicals. It’s one of the safest
water body treatments, handles the
most pollutants, and is the only one that
cleans both the water column and the
sediment.
The EcoSOAR Ionizer is a highly
portable unit, measuring 51in
(129.5cm) long x 31in (79cm) wide x
41in (104cm) high. It weighs 1,010lbs
(458kg) and requires 220V three-phase
power (which can be obtained via solar)
to operate at 4.5kW/hr. The unit can be
installed on a trailer (as seen bottom
right) with a back-up generator.
It could be the ideal solution to
keeping water clean, and free from
invasive weeds and potentially
hazardous pollutants.
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Invitation
to beta
test power
connectors
Registration is now open for US
and Canadian marinas wishing to
take part in the large-scale beta
pilot programme to test VoltSafe
Marine electrical shore power
connectors (see Product Focus
May/June 2023).
This opportunity allows
participating marinas to test the
product by setting up a smart control
box and pedestal-side connector (an
easy retrofit on existing pedestals).
Once installed, the marina manager
will be able to monitor and manage
power consumption for each marina
slip using VoltSafe’s desktop
dashboard in real time.
To find out more, email
marine@voltsafe.com
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The Elevator Lift from Golden Manufacturing has
received new configurations and capacities that make it even more adaptable
for everything from a PWC to an offshore sport fishing boat.
Made in the USA, the Golden
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requirements—such as length of travel
and angle of installation—as well as
the boat itself.
Depending on the overall and
distributed weight of the vessel, it
can have one, two or four tracks, and
enhancements include dual-track
24,000 and 27,000lb (11,000 and
12,000kg) capacity models and a new
four-track, 60,000lb (27,220kg) version.
The lift is CE-approved and
manufactured to ISO 9001:2015
standards using only fully
welded 6061 T6 marine grade
aluminium with 300 series
stainless steel fittings and
sacrificial zinc anodes.
A robust box construction
mates the track beam and
drive connection. Heavy-duty
UV-rated Nylatron wheels on
stainless equaliser brackets
provide exceptionally smooth
operation, especially with
heavier vessels.
Powered by the reliable
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GCMarine partners with Harbour Assist
Australia-based GCMarine has become principal partner for UK-based Harbour Assist in the Asia Pacific region.
GCMarine will use its comprehensive marina experience to expand the reach of Harbour Assist’s innovative software.
“From first-hand experience in our
managed sites, Harbour Assist’s marina
management software is truly top
of its class. We’re excited about this
partnership and the opportunity to bring
such a robust suite of tools to marinas
in Asia Pacific,” said GCMarine’s Matt
Browning.
Harbour Assist is seeing a strong
take up at Australia’s leading marinas,
including Marina Mirage (left) and
Sanctuary Cove Marina, which won
the recent MIA Marina of the Year 2023
award. Sanctuary Cove Marina general
manager, Steve Sammes, described
Harbour Assist as “a breath of fresh air.”
“We’re thrilled to be joining forces
with GCMarine,” said Nick Gill, chief
revenue officer of Harbour Assist. “Their
unparalleled knowledge and extensive
experience in the marine sector will
ensure our software reaches the
marinas that need it most, enhancing
operational efficiency and customer
piers, as well as on shoreline timber
and steel piles. The lift is manufactured
for both the specific location
satisfaction across the region.”
GCMarine has a long standing
reputation for delivering top-tier marine
and waterfront solutions and is well
placed to promote Harbour Assist’s
management solutions to an extensive
network of marinas and waterfront
businesses.
“It is user friendly, efficient and the
staff really enjoy using it because they
believe in it,” he said. “This CRM is a
core foundation to our operations and
has been key in driving our success
across the business.”
The partnership represents a
significant step in Harbour Assist’s
global expansion strategy.
www.gcmarine.com.au
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Index to Advertisers
American Muscle, USA 42
Applied Technology &
Management, USA 38
Aqua superPower, UK 46
Australia Marina Engineering, 46
Bellingham Marine, USA 7, 9 & 11
Bluewater Marine & Dock, USA 44
Capria, Argentina 28
Cimolai Technology, Italy 44
Conolift by Kropf
Industrial, Canada 18
D-Marin, Greece 23
DualDocker, Austria 14
EMP, USA 58
Eagle Floats by
Hendren Plastics, USA 55
Flovac, Spain 63
Forklift Exchange, USA 41
GH Cranes & Components, Spain 36
Gigieffe, Italy 42
Golden Manufacturing, USA 12
IBEX 2023, USA 20
IWMC 2023, Portugal 31
Ingemar, Italy 16
Inmare, Italy 48
Lindley, Portugal 49
Livart, China 28
Marex, Croatia 28
Marina Frapa, Croatia 33
Marina Master by IRM, Slovenia 48
Marina Projects, UK 64
MARINAGo by
Scribble Software, USA 10
Marinetek, Finland 4
Marine Travelift, 35
Martini Marinas, Italy 36
METSTRADE, Netherlands 24
Molo, USA 26
PDN Cranes, Italy 38
Pacific Netting, USA 48 & 56
Pacsoft, New Zealand 60
PierPump by Vogelsang, Germany 8
Rolec, UK 53
Ronautica, Spain 43
Roodberg - a brand of Frisian
Industries, Netherlands 25
SF Marina System, Sweden 2
Seaflex, Sweden 6
Seijsener, Netherlands 60
Superior Group, Australia 60
ThruFlow, Canada 56
Walcon Marine, UK 18
Wiggins Lift Co, USA 46
Wider decking panel–
ideal for finger piers
Sunwalk Docks has expanded its 90-series line of high-quality decking
products by introducing a new 24in (61cm) wide panel to enhance functionality
and aesthetics in marinas and waterfront properties. It is particularly ideal for
finger piers.
The 90-series boasts a wealth of
benefits:
• Maintenance-free and impervious to
insects, it is durable, UV-protected,
impact-resistant, and well able
to withstand the harshest marine
environments.
• Clean lines and a uniform design look
good year after year.
• A uni-directional, ADA-compliant dry
and foot-friendly non-slip surface
offers secure grip even in wet
conditions, and advanced cooling
properties make it comfortable
underfoot in the scorching sun.
The 24in (61cm) wide decking
requires fewer fasteners than timber
and takes significantly less time to
install. Its light weight also speeds up
the installation process. Coupled with
12in (30cm) on-centre support, it is
highly stable and well able to support
commercial loads, and consistent size
and flatness make for a streamlined
result.
Sunwalk is committed to
sustainability and its decking design
allows for better sunlight transmission,
providing an open space that
enhances ecological balance without
compromising
strength or durability.
The open design also
minimises hydraulic
uplift caused by
storm waves, surge
and high-water
situations.
The new wider
decking panel is
available now and
offered in ‘stone’ or
‘oak’ colourways, with
or without interlocking
connector tabs.
sunwalkdocks.com
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Vacuum sewerage systems are ideal for use
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around the marina complex.
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No risk of water contamination
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take the vision and aspiration of any marina development to its ultimate conclusion.
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