WESTREC Marinas’ Harbour Towne Marina in Dania, Florida is pleased to announce that Barry J. Armband is joining the operation as Marina Manager, effective immediately. Barry’s impressive background is ideally suited to the intricacy of Harbour Towne Marina, renowned for its marina operations and service, and its vibrant community of marine brands and businesses. Barry…
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Vilanova Grand Marina – Barcelona offers free berthing days for superyachts this spring
February 27, 2012
Vilanova Grand Marina – Barcelona offers free berthing days during spring for superyachts coming back from charter season in the Caribbean.
Cap Sante Boat Haven Marina in Anacortes renovated by Bellingham Marine
February 22, 2012
Cap Sante Boat Haven located near the Strait of Juan de Fuca in Anacortes, WA recently completed a renovation, which included replacement of the marina’s “E” and “F” Docks. The new docks were manufactured by Bellingham Marine and installed by Culbertson Marine who completed work on the project in late January. The upgraded design and…
Bellingham Marine and CK Marine form alliance to serve Korean Marina Market.
December 21, 2011
Bellingham Marine, a leading marina builder, and the leading Korean marina company, CK Marine recently announced that they have formed an agreement that will combine Bellingham Marine’s Korean operations (BMK) with CK Marine’s marina division. The alliance is a strategic move by two of the market’s strongest players to take a commanding lead in the…
Alcaidesa Superyacht Marina to open new boat lifting facility with a 70 ton hoist and service centre
September 13, 2011
Alcaidesa Marina, the 600 berth marina located in the sheltered waters of Algeciras Bay and only ten minutes’ 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…
Sanctuary Cove Marina accredited Clean Marina Level 3
September 05, 2011
The Marina Sanctuary Cove has attained Clean Marina Level 3 status, an indication of its commitment to “rigorous environmental management systems”. Marina Operations Manager, Helen Motteram-Smith says the entire Sanctuary Cove community is proud of its most recent achievement, testament to their genuine dedication to “being a leader in environmental protection and reducing our carbon…
Emirates Palace Superyacht Marina in the UAE opens
August 31, 2011
The Emirates Palace Marina in the UAE is now fully operational and is experiencing an increase in the number of yachts occupying its 167 superyacht berths. Emirates Palace Marina, managed by Art Marine, is the first of its kind in the country and the Gulf region in terms of luxury, and as a custom destination…
German Marina gets first basalt fiber-reinforced docks
July 11, 2011
Norderney, a tiny picturesque island in the North Sea, has been a popular German resort since 1797. In a multi-phase project, its marina will be protected from the area’s typical gales and high seas by ground-breaking 21st-century technology. The first such installation in the world, X-Line basalt fiber-reinforced docks from SF Marina are replacing 30-year-old…
Karpaz Gate Marina, Northern Cyprus to welcome Eastern Mediterranean Yacht Rally
May 17, 2011
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 have announced that it will be welcoming yachts which are participating in the Eastern Mediterranean Yacht Rally (EMYR) – an annual rally which involves approximately 60 sailing yachts travelling around the highlights of the Eastern Mediterranean.
Quarterdeck Marina at Bitter End Yacht Club being refitted
May 12, 2011
Work began on the new and improved state of the art Quarterdeck Marina at Bitter End Yacht Club shortly after Easter. The new facility is scheduled to be completed for a July 4th Grand Re-Opening, and replaces what was already one of the most popular boutique-style destination marinas in the Caribbean.
New marina consultancy team in Asia Pacific: Marina Projects Ltd and Mott MacDonald Hong Kong
May 10, 2011
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. Marina Projects and Mott MacDonald Hong Kong are fully committed to providing environmentally sustainable solutions to all aspects of marina design.
Bellingham Marine awarded contract for upgrade of Westhaven Marina Auckland, New Zealand
May 09, 2011
Renovation work is underway at Westhaven Marina located in downtown Auckland, New Zealand. The marina is replacing 106 of its berths with modern concrete floating pontoons. Bellingham Marine New Zealand was awarded the design/build contract for the project in December 2010. According to the company, crews arrived on site on March 13th, and the project is expected to be completed in July.
SF Marina breakwater and docks revitalize Israel’s Marina Tel Aviv
April 26, 2011
Marina Tel Aviv, the shoreline centerpiece of Israel’s largest city and cultural capital, recently underwent a major renovation. Partnering with SF Marina, the marina replaced its old, dilapidated piers with a state-of-the-art floating concrete breakwater and docks. The project improved protection for moored boats, as well as the marina’s safety and appearance, while minimizing cost and maintenance.
ONE 15 Marina Club completes 3rd Phase of marina expansion creating a 270-berth marina in Singapore
March 30, 2011
ONE°15 Marina Club Singapore had announced the completion of its 3rd Phase marina pontoons expansion in time to host the Singapore Yacht Show which takes place from 8 to 10 April, 2011. The expansion has created an additional 66 berths, added to the 204 already completed in Phase 1 and 2, and fulfils ONE°15 Marina Club’s promise to its members for a 270-berth marina.
Karpaz Gate Marina, Northern Cyprus: Demand for berths ahead of Opening
March 29, 2011
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.
Vilamoura Marina – “Best Marina in Portugal”
March 29, 2011
Vilamoura Marina was awarded the Best Marina in Portugal at the BTL Portugal Trade Awards 2011, organised by Publituris. The awards ceremony was held in combination with a gala dinner in the FIL Pavilion in Lisbon, Portugal. During the awards, some of the best businesses, institutions, and professionals from fifteen various Portugal tourism groups were honoured.
New Emeryville Marina by Bellingham Marine in San Francisco Bay Area, CA
March 02, 2011
Located in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Emeryville Marina, operated by Marinas International, offers local boaters a world class experience. In 2010, developers of the marina hired world renowned marina contractor, Bellingham Marine, to completely rebuild the south basin including new docks with larger slips, upgraded utilities and more. Floating docks for the project were also supplied by Bellingham Marine from the company’s plant in Dixon, California.
Karpaz Gate Marine appoints Captain Deniz Akaltan as Harbour Master
February 24, 2011
Karpaz Gate Marina Ltd, the new luxury marina based in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), has filled the key management position of Harbour Master ahead of the marina’s forthcoming completion and soft-launch in May 2011. The new recruit, Captain Deniz Akaltan, will officially take responsibility for the management of the marina from May although will begin working with Sea-Alliance Group – the marina management team – immediately.
Karpaz Bay Marina announce plans for luxury hotel and beach club
January 11, 2011
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.
Bellingham Marine design Float System for St. Paul Island, Alaska.
December 19, 2010
Bellingham Marine worked with General Contractor Dutra Dredging and the Central Bering Sea Fishermen’s Association to provide a small boat harbor for the local fishing fleet at St. Paul Harbor in the Central Bering Sea off the west coast of Alaska.
