Italy

IGY Portisco Marina

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2184" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Island Global Yachting (Company)">Island Global Yachting</a> (<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2184" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Island Global Yachting (Company)">IGY</a>) has announced three major developments: the acquisition of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4848" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fairport Yacht Support (Company)">Fairport Yacht Support</a>, the official launch of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2184" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Island Global Yachting (Company)">IGY</a> Trident and an expansion in Sardinia.“The IGY team is thrilled to be working with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4848" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fairport Yacht Support (Company)">Fairport</a> to deliver a significantly expanded scope of services that enhance the yacht ownership experience,” stated Tom Mukamal, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2184" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Island Global Yachting (Company)">IGY</a>. “We are impressed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4848" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fairport Yacht Support (Company)">Fairport’</a>s deep and long standing client relationships with so many of the world’s top superyachts,” Evan Wien, Vice President of Corporate Development of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2184" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Island Global Yachting (Company)">IGY</a>, added. “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4848" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fairport Yacht Support (Company)">Fairport</a>’s mission is to make yacht ownership safe, easy and fun, which aligns perfectly with our objective to provide the best possible marina experience across our 22 destinations worldwide.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209500/image/large-7c524839b41ba05a948214148f90b33e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209500">The combined might of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2184" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Island Global Yachting (Company)">IGY</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4848" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fairport Yacht Support (Company)">Fairport</a> brings an extensive list of services for clients that ranges from yacht financial administrations all the way through to health and wellness solutions. Even though <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2184" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Island Global Yachting (Company)">IGY</a> has acquired a controlling interest in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4848" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fairport Yacht Support (Company)">Fairport</a>, Graeme Lord, founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4848" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fairport Yacht Support (Company)">Fairport</a>, will keep hold of the reins and continue to lead the company, he will also remain a significant shareholder. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209501/image/large-96b66caa72d064abac47b6a07c6e38fb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209501">Graeme Lord said, “By aligning with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Marinas (Company)">IGY</a> we are able to support our superyacht clients with worldwide touch points across <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Marinas (Company)">IGY</a>’s five-star service level marina network and provide preferential access to dockage, fuel and concierge services, as well as several innovative benefits we are working on together. Our goal is to be the one-stop shop serving owners to enjoy their yacht to the fullest.”Part of this initiative that Lord mentioned is the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Marinas (Company)">IGY</a> Trident – an all-new global yacht management and destination membership program designed to &nbsp;improve the experience of superyacht ownership. Trident members will have &nbsp;range of benefits that covers all bases: global dockage, fuel bunkering and yacht management through to exclusive lifestyle events.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Marinas (Company)">IGY</a> is also expanding in Sardinia as it has just acquired the long-term concession rights to Marina di Portisco. The marine, which has now been rebranded as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1329" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Portisco Marina (Company)">IGY Portisco Marina</a>, has an impressive 589 berths with 41 especially designed for superyachts up to 90-metres in length. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1329" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Portisco Marina (Company)">IGY Portisco Marina</a> is located between Porto Cervo and Olbia, in the Gulf of Cugnana.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209499/image/large-1fc6c01de9e7ff150a9e7266a37b98f9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209499">" We are absolutely delighted to further promote Italy as a leading yachting destination through the addition of Marina di Portisco to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Marinas (Company)">IGY</a> portfolio,” says Kenny Jones, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Marinas (Company)">IGY</a>’s EVP of Operations. “Aligned with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Marinas (Company)">IGY</a>’s continued global growth strategy, our comprehensive services and uniquely packaged dockage products make all aspects of global yachting easier and more efficient for the owner and the amazing people in the superyacht industry.”Vittorio Taula, CEO of Transport S.A.S concluded “We are very happy to strengthen our position in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1329" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Portisco Marina (Company)">IGY Portisco Marina</a> alongside <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Marinas (Company)">IGY</a>. With over 15 years’ experience in fuel management services, our team is confident that the joint efforts, skills, and capabilities of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IGY Marinas (Company)">IGY</a> and the Taula group will enhance the customer experience to new levels.

Island Global Yachting announces expansion plans

IGY has announced its acquisition of Fairport Yachting Support, its new IGY Trident program and an expansion into Sardinia. 