Cairns Marlin Marina expanded by 20 percent

The Cairns Marlin Marina has expanded with the completion of the new G Finger and Sailfish Quay pontoon  to the world-class marina. The new state-of-the-art G Finger wharf, built at a cost of almost $2 million, is the first project completed under an accelerated $23 million of capital works program being undertaken by Ports North. Read More

New international brands find their way to Port Adriano

Port Adriano has sent us some new images showing the development of this new marina, located just 30 minutes by car from Palma de Mallorca. Extension work at Port Adriano, designed by Philippe Starck, included a new underground car park, and a new shopping area featuring some prestigious international nautical brands. Read More

CNFE appointed at Oceania Point Marina in Huizhou, Guangdong, China

Camper & Nicholsons First Eastern (CNFE) is pleased to announce that they have been appointed by Financial Street Holdings, one of China’s leading developers, to carry out the commercial and operational studies, and design, for the Oceania Point Marina in Huizhou, Guangdong, China, located 47 miles from Hong Kong. Read More

Yarmouth Harbour’s historic pier opened to superyachts

Yarmouth Harbour has announced that superyachts, both sail and power, will be able to dock at the end of their pier, one of the oldest and longest wooden piers in the UK, from January 2012. The pier is currently best known as the visiting stop for the famous paddle steamer; Waverley, and the SS Balmoral. Read More

New marina meets wintering demand in eastern Mediterranean

Karpaz Gate Marina, the eastern Mediterranean’s newest superyacht marina, located on the stunning Karpaz peninsula of Northern Cyprus, is fast becoming the region’s most desirable over-wintering destination. The marina’s brand new facilities, competitive prices and mild winter climate make the marina and resort an attractive destination. Read More 

Camper & Nicholsons’ Cesme Marina wins award

Camper & Nicholsons’ Cesme Marina won “Best Marina of the Year” at the “Golden Anchor Awards” in Istanbul on Saturday. The marina is thrilled to have received the acknowledgement, after only one year of operation. Cesme won the award ahead of eight other marinas due to the highest standard of facilities and services for its customers. Read More

Berth in Cap d'Ail for sale with Moran Yacht & Ship

H. Taylor Craig of Moran Yacht & Ship have just listed a rare 20 metre berth for sale in Cap d'Ail. Cap d'Ail enjoys a privileged position on the Cote d'Azur, located at the gateway to Monte-Carlo and only a short drive from Nice and Italy. Berth No. 57 in front of Marriott Hotel measures 20 x 5 metres. The asking price of the berth is € 700,000. Read More

IBC shipyard and Marina Casa de Campo team up

For the first time, IBC shipyard and Marina Casa de Campo, participated together in one of the most important events of the nautical industry, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2011. IBC shipyard is the only shipyard specialized in services for yachts and superyachts, established and operating professionally in Dominican Republic and its surroundings since 10 years. Read More

Jeanneau first international brand at Karpaz Gate Marina

Sea-Alliance Group (SAG), the management company at Karpaz Gate Marina, part of the all-new Karpaz Bay Report in Northern Cyprus, has confirmed that it has secured an arrangement with Jeanneau, the international marine brand. SAG will broker sales of Jeanneau yachts from the heart of the luxury marina which is now open. Read More

Rare 50 metre superyacht berth for sale in Cap d'Ail

Fraser Yachts have just listed a rare 50 metre berth for sale in Cap d'Ail. Cap d'Ail enjoys a privileged position on the Cote d'Azur, located at the gateway to Monte-Carlo and only a short drive from Nice and Italy. The berth measures 50 x 10 metres, and the asking price of berth number 6 is € 4,500,000. Read More

Marina Port Vell's premiere press conference

Marina Port Vell, Barcelona, which is set to become one of the world’s most elite superyacht destinations and the pre-eminent home port in the Mediterranean through a radical transformation, held its premiere Press Conference and Luncheon during the Monaco Yacht Show which was attended by over 75 media and business leaders. Read More

Another 30 metre berth sale at Grand Harbour Marina

Camper & Nicholsons Marinas has announced the second sale in 2011 of a 30m berth at its flagship, Grand Harbour Marina, Malta. Concluding the sale during the Monaco Yacht Show, the UK-based buyer cited Malta’s unique package of benefits as the reason behind the purchase, including its central Mediterranean location. Read More

Gunwharf Quays attracts growing number of superyachts

Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth Harbour, Land Securities’ £200 million retail, restaurant and leisure waterfront destination at the entrance to Portsmouth Harbour in the UK, is attracting a growing number of superyachts, such as superyacht Leander G, to its high quality marina, dominated by the 170 metre Spinnaker Tower. Read More

Technomarine awarded the main pontoon contract for Almouj Marina

Mourjan Marinas IGY, the appointed marina management company of Almouj Marina at The Wave, Muscat, has welcomed the announcement by The Wave that Technomarine has been awarded the main pontoon contract for their marina within the development. Technomarine specializes in custom marina systems Read More

Vilanova Grand Marina Barcelona introduces new services and facilities

Vilanova Grand Marina – Barcelona introduces new services and facilities to continue catering for the needs of superyachts. The specialised marina announced at the Monaco Yacht Show that its helipad has full operational capacity, allowing yachts owners to reach the marina quickly, more comfortably and in complete privacy. Read More

Interview: Superyacht Marina Porto Montenegro

Located in the World Heritage Bay of Kotor, Europe's largest and most protected natural harbour, Porto Montenegro is a purpose-built, nautical community that offers guests tax and duty free fuel, onsite customs and immigration, crew club, squash and tennis courts, bowling, fashion boutiques, restaurants, crew bar and more. Read More

Robert Inwards appointed to Camper & Nicholsons Marinas’ berth sales team

Camper & Nicholsons Marinas (C&N Marinas) has announced that Robert Inwards has joined its highly successful berth sales team. Robert Inwards has specialised in the sale of premium berths for over 10 years as a Director of Inwards Marine, where he has worked closely with C&N Marinas to conclude several sales, including most recently, the sale of a 60m berth at Port Louis Marina in Grenada, West Indies. Read More

Mourjan Marinas IGY extends its reach into Spain with key partnership

Mourjan Marinas IGY, the manager of luxury marinas and yachting lifestyle destinations, today announced a strategic partnership with Marina Barcelona 92 (MB′92), a Barcelona-based operator of marinas, to manage the branding, sales and marketing of the high-end Port Tarraco Marina in north eastern Spain. Read More

IGY forms strategic alliance with ADM Yacht Consulting

Island Global Yachting, Ltd. and ADM Yacht Consulting announces a strategic alliance to support the development of the nautical sector China’s emerging yacht market. The strategic partnership marries a leading global resource in the marina development and services sector with a strong Chinese firm committed to the growth and development of its nautical sector. Read More

Alcaidesa Marina to open a brand new boat lifting facility

Alcaidesa Marina, the 600 berth marina located in the sheltered waters of Algeciras Bay and only ten minute’s walk from Gibraltar airport, prepares to open a brand new boat lifting facility with a 70 ton hoist and service centre. The opening of this facility in November 2011 will add to the range of first class services and facilities for vessels and their crew. Read More

Wintering in Porto Montenegro

There are a whole host of reasons why wintering in Porto Montenegro should be considered by every superyacht captain. From the operational benefits of berthing and running maintenance tasks throughout the winter, to tax benefits, to a wonderful social opportunity for keeping crew happy. Regardless of the astoundingly beautiful scenery. Read More

Art colony in Porto Montenegro village

Porto Montenegro has introduced the first onsite art colony project in cooperation with students from the Faculty of Fine Art in Cetinje. Between 8th – 14th August this year ten aspiring artists have been given the opportunity to express their creativity on the walls surrounding Tara, a new residential building currently under development. Read More

Camper & Nicholsons Marinas forms joint venture to drive expansion in China

Camper & Nicholsons Marinas (C&N) has reached an agreement with First Eastern Investment Group (First Eastern), a pioneer of direct investments in China, that sees the formation of a Joint Venture to develop the marina sector in China and Asia. First Eastern will also be investing £4.2 million in C&N through the purchase of new shares. Read More

Qatari Diar and MB92 announce acquisition of Port Tarraco Marina

Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company, an international leader in sustainable development, announced today the purchase of the Port Tarraco Marina in North Eastern Spain through its subsidiary Qatari Diar Marina Tarragona (QDMT). The high-end Port Tarraco Marina is located in Tarragona, Spain, approximately 95km south of Barcelona. Read More

Long-term berth opportunities at Porto Montenegro

Located in the World Heritage Bay of Kotor, Europe's largest and most protected natural harbour, Porto Montenegro is a purpose-built, nautical community that offers guests tax and duty free fuel, onsite customs and immigration, crew club with fitness centre, squash and tennis courts, bowling, fashion boutiques, restaurants, crew bar and more. Read More

Red Sea resort towns are expanding and ready for superyachts

El Gouna and Taba Heights, two luxurious resort towns on the Red Sea, are growing to provide the perfect mooring for yachts of all sizes. Abu Tig Marina in El Gouna is a prestigious anchorage for both visiting and resident yachts in the Red Sea. Due to unprecedented demand for space, the marina now provides mooring for superyachts. Read More

Porto Montenegro launches pop-up retail concept

Regarded as "the new port of cool" by the Financial Times, Porto Montenegro is stepping up a gear this July with the launch of a pop-up retail concept, supplementing the existing retail offering. Fashion brands will consist of swimwear designer Heidi Klein, Irwin & Jordan, Vilebrequin, Wolf & Badger and Carolina Bucci. Read More

The new Marina di Cala del Sole offers opening promotion

Marina di Cala del Sole is the new marina in Licata, on the southern coast of Sicily. Modern and equipped for a five-star service, Marina di Cala del Sole represents the new concept of the marina, an integrated system of sea, water-front and surrounding area, rich in art, and culture. Sicily and the splendid baroque town of Licata. Read More

Camper & Nicholsons Marinas to manage Yas Marina in Abu Dhabi

Aldar, an Abu Dhabi based property development investment and management company, today announced the appointment of Camper & Nicholsons Marinas (CNM), to operate Yas Marina on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. Located at the heart of Yas Marina Circuit, home to the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Read More

Camper & Nicholsons Marinas appoints Sales & Marketing Director

Camper & Nicholsons Marinas (CNM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kurt Fraser as Sales & Marketing Director. Nick Maris, CNM CEO said, “We are very pleased to welcome Kurt to Camper & Nicholsons Marinas during an important time in the company’s growth. Kurt has a great deal of international experience". Read More

IGY Marinas signs management agreement with Marina Papagayo

IGY Marinas has announced the addition of Marina Papagayo to its global network of premier yachting destinations. Marina Papagayo, located on the north Pacific coast of Costa Rica is part of the acclaimed five-star residential resort community of Peninsula Papagayo. This state-of-the-art, full-service marina offers a wide array of nautical services. Read More

Rally welcomed at new luxury marina in Northern Cyprus

Last week more than two hundred people visited Karpaz Gate Marina (KGM), the new luxury marina in Northern Cyprus, ahead of its official launch later this summer. The marina owners, Karpaz Bay Resort Ltd, and the management company, Sea-Alliance Group, welcomed more than 60 yacht owners who were participating in the EMYR. Read More

Croatia opens new superyacht marina for 2011 season

Superyachts get a new hot-spot in Mediterranean for this season with new 79 mega yacht berths in Mandalina Marina & Yacht Club. Croatia’s first mega yacht marina is based deep in Sibenik bay, 5 NM from the open sea that enables easy and safe access to mega yachts up to 140 meters in length. It is situated in scenic town of Sibenik. Read More

IGY Newport Yacht Club & Marina to undergo superyacht expansion

Continuing its effort to provide the highest level of service and convenience to their worldwide marina clientele, IGY has announced significant mega yacht expansion plans at the Newport Yacht Club & Marina. The expansion will substantially increase the number of berths available to superyachts (vessels over 24 metres / 80 ft). Read More

New luxury marina set to welcome yacht rally ahead of launch

Karpaz Gate Marina (KGM), the new luxury marina in northern Cyprus is approximately 90% complete and will be launched, on schedule, at the beginning of June. Ahead of its official launch, the marina management team has announced that it will be welcoming yachts which are participating in the Eastern Mediterranean Yacht Rally (EMYR). Read More

Camper & Nicholsons Marinas in cooperation agreement with BR Marinas of Brazil

Today, Camper & Nicholsons Marinas, the global marina group, and BR Marinas of Brazil, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cooperate in the growth of luxury marinas in Brazil. The key purpose of the partnership is the development of C&N Marinas in Brazil, and in technology exchange and marketing promotion. Read More

New Marina consultancy team In Asia Pacific

Marina Projects Ltd and Mott MacDonald Hong Kong team up in a new partnership which offers a seamless collaboration between marina consultancy and maritime – coastal engineering expertise. Marina developers and investors can now benefit from a comprehensive and unrivalled consultancy service available throughout the Asia Pacific region. Read More 

Superyacht Service Rostock introduced in the Baltic

The Baltic Sea has always been appreciated as a cruising area and is recently developing more and more into a real travel destination for yachts. Being an inland sea bounded by the Scandinavian Peninsula, the mainland of Europe, and the Danish islands, the Baltic Sea is characterised by minimal tides, smooth surface and a low salt content. Read More

Burgess offers superyacht berths for 2012 Olympic Games in London

A limited number of premium superyacht berths at ExCel London, a 2012 Olympic Games venue, can now be secured through Burgess.In partnership with ExCel, Burgess is offering a select number of exclusive berths for large yachts adjacent to the ExCel Centre in London’s Royal Docks. Read More

Oneglia Port: Downton superyacht berths in Imperia

The Imperia-Oneglia port is situated in the scenic town of Imperia, between Genoa and Monaco. The area is described as one of the most attractive parts of the Ligurian coast and a highly recommended Cote d’Azur nautical and glamour destination. The port is now managed by Imperia Yacht, a company owned 100% by the city of Imperia. Read More

Vilamoura Marina wins best marina in Portugal award

Vilamoura Marina was awarded winner in the category for the Best Marina in Portugal at the BTL Portugal Trade Awards 2011, organised by Publituris. This award shows professional recognition of the marina’s quality and services, and is a surplus value for Vilamoura, the Algarve and Portugal. The management of this marina invested. Read More

Anticicipation Builds ahead of opening of the first luxury marina in northern Cyprus

With less than eight weeks to go until the soft-opening of Karpaz Gate Marina, the first-ever luxury marina in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), anticipation has been building among yachting enthusiasts around the world, including those who have signed up to be among the first to use the marina’s berthing facilities. Read More

Crew and captains enjoy Vilanova Grand Marina – Ski Weekend

Vilanova Grand Marina – Barcelona organised a skiing weekend for captains and crew in Baqueira Beret, in the Catalan Pyrenees. Over 30 people signed up for this activity to discover one of the most beautiful valleys of the Pyrenees, located just over three hours drive from Vilanova, and share a good time with friends and new acquaintances. Read More

ONE 15 Marina Club adds 66 new berths to current 204

ONE°15 Marina Club had announced the completion of its 3rd Phase marina pontoons expansion in time to host the Singapore Yacht Show taking place from 8 to 10 April, 2011. This expansion sees an additional 66 berths being added to the 204 already completed in Phase 1 and 2, and fulfils the Club’s promise to its members for a 270-berth marina. Read More

Political situation in Egypt prompts C&N withdrawal from Hurghada

In the light of the recent political unrest in Egypt, Camper & Nicholsons Marinas has suspended its operational management of Hurghada Marina and handed back the running of the facility to its owners. Read More

Karpaz Gate Marine appoints Harbour Master

Karpaz Gate Marina Ltd, the new luxury marina based in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, has filled the key management position of Harbour Master ahead of the marina’s forthcoming completion and soft-launch in May. The new recruit, Captain Deniz Akaltan, will officially take responsibility for the management of the marina from May. Read More

Island Global Yachting announces new elements to loyalty program

Update: The future of yachting in Tunisia and Marina Bizerte

In this article the Managing Director of Morley Yachts, Tim Morley updates us on the current situation for yachts in Tunisia, as well as the development of Marina Bizerte. We acknowledge that there have been some issues with security in Tunisia since the start of the recent revolution and changing political landscape. Read More

Cairns Marlin Marina untouched by Cyclone Yasi

Cairns Marlin Marina is open for business and fully functional after Cyclone Yasi vented it's wrath on Far North Queensland last week. The Marina is part of Cairns and the surrounding area that is fully open for business having weathered the storm and returned to blue skies and tropical breezes. Cairns Marlin Marina was evacuated. Read More

New General Manager for Cesme Marina

Cesme Marina in Turkey is pleased to announce the appointment of new General Manager, Kemal Saatçioğlu after a highly successful construction programme and initial operational season. Cesme Marina, a joint venture between Camper and Nicholsons Marinas and leading Turkish investment company, IC Holding, opened in June 2010, and has since enjoyed high berth occupancy and growing levels of visitor interest.Read More

Vilanova Grand Marina launches its Spring promotion and offers free berthing days

Vilanova Grand Marina – Barcelona is offering one-week free dockage this Spring to yachts visiting the marina. This new commercial campaign is particularly targeting those superyachts coming back from the Caribbean in search of a facility that will allow them to prepare for the summer charter season. Read More

Porto Montenegro: From naval base to superyacht marina

Proclaimed by the New York Times as the “new port of cool”, Porto Montenegro is a stunning, state-of-the-art marina, that has everything on offer. With almost 200 berths accommodating yachts of all sizes, tax and duty free fuel, gourmet restaurants and luxury residences, this nautical community is certainly the place to be. Read More

Karpaz Gate Marina announces plans for hotel and beach club

Owners of the soon-to-be-completed Karpaz Gate Marina in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), part of the Karpaz Bay Resort, have announced plans for a new luxury hotel and beach club on the site. The proposed plan would see a high-class beach hotel constructed above the beach club, just east of the marina. Read More

Marina CostaBaja welcomes superyachts to the Sea of Cortez

Seasoned boaters of today are clearly aware of world renown full-service state of the art marinas around the globe. Owners, captains and crew have their favorite honey holes to drop the hook, favorite dockmasters who are above and beyond reliable and favorite enchanting marina’s, whether large or small boutique size. Read More